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=== Editions ===
 
=== Editions ===
  
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{{arma3}} has some Editions and bundles to purchase. Bundles are always rather cheaper than purchase products separately.
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{{arma3}} has some Editions and bundles to purchase. Bundles are always cheaper than purchasing products separately.
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* '''Arma 3 Apex Edition''' ([https://store.steampowered.com/bundle/10666/Arma_3_Apex_Edition/ Steam page]) has the base game, 3 DLCs and the "crown jewel", [[Arma 3 Apex]]. This is slightly cheaper than buying {{arma3}} and Arma 3 Apex separately.
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* '''{{arma3}}''' ([https://store.steampowered.com/app/107410/Arma_3/ Steam page]) is the base game. It comes with [[{{Name|arma3zeus}}]] and [[{{Name|arma3malden}}]].
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* '''Arma 3 Contact Edition''' ([https://store.steampowered.com/bundle/11065/Arma_3_Contact_Edition/ Steam page]) has the base game and “spin-off” expansion [[Arma 3 Contact]].
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* '''{{Name|arma3apex}} Edition''' ([https://store.steampowered.com/bundle/10666/Arma_3_Apex_Edition/ Steam page]) has the base game, 3 DLCs and the "crown jewel", [[{{Name|arma3apex}}]]. Note that [[{{Name|arma3oldman}}]] comes with Apex.
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* '''Arma 3 Ultimate Edition''' ([https://store.steampowered.com/bundle/11256/Arma_3_Ultimate_Edition/ Steam page]) has the base game and every DLCs and expansions by Bohemia Interactive.
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* '''{{Name|arma3contact}} Edition''' ([https://store.steampowered.com/bundle/11065/Arma_3_Contact_Edition/ Steam page]) has the base game and “spin-off” expansion [[{{Name|arma3contact}}]].
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* '''{{arma3}} Ultimate Edition''' ([https://store.steampowered.com/bundle/11256/Arma_3_Ultimate_Edition/ Steam page]) has the base game and every DLCs and expansions by Bohemia Interactive.
  
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==== Edition Details ====
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! Content
 
! Content
 
! [https://store.steampowered.com/app/107410/Arma_3/ {{arma3}}]
 
! [https://store.steampowered.com/app/107410/Arma_3/ {{arma3}}]
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! [https://store.steampowered.com/bundle/10666/Arma_3_Apex_Edition/ {{Name|arma3apex}} Edition]
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! [https://store.steampowered.com/bundle/10666/Arma_3_Apex_Edition/ {{Name|arma3apex|short}} Edition]
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! [https://store.steampowered.com/bundle/11065/Arma_3_Contact_Edition/ {{Name|arma3contact}} Edition]
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! [https://store.steampowered.com/bundle/11065/Arma_3_Contact_Edition/ {{Name|arma3contact|short}} Edition]
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! [https://store.steampowered.com/bundle/11256/Arma_3_Ultimate_Edition/ {{arma3}} Ultimate Edition]
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! [https://store.steampowered.com/bundle/11256/Arma_3_Ultimate_Edition/ Ultimate Edition]
 
|- style="background-color: #FCF3E4"
 
|- style="background-color: #FCF3E4"
 
| '''[https://store.steampowered.com/app/107410/Arma_3/ {{arma3}}]''' || {{task/}} || {{task/}} || {{task/}} || {{task/}}
 
| '''[https://store.steampowered.com/app/107410/Arma_3/ {{arma3}}]''' || {{task/}} || {{task/}} || {{task/}} || {{task/}}
 
|-
 
|-
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| [https://store.steampowered.com/app/288520/Arma_3_Karts/ {{Name|arma3karts}}] || {{task}} || {{task/}} || {{task}} || {{task/}}
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| [https://store.steampowered.com/app/288520/Arma_3_Karts/ {{Name|arma3karts|short}}] || {{task}} || {{task/}} || {{task}} || {{task/}}
 
|-
 
|-
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| [https://store.steampowered.com/app/304380/Arma_3_Helicopters/ {{Name|arma3helicopters}}] || {{task}} || {{task/}} || {{task}} || {{task/}}
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| [https://store.steampowered.com/app/304380/Arma_3_Helicopters/ {{Name|arma3helicopters|short}}] || {{task}} || {{task/}} || {{task}} || {{task/}}
 
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|-
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| [https://store.steampowered.com/app/332350/Arma_3_Marksmen/ {{Name|arma3marksmen}}] || {{task}} || {{task/}} || {{task}} || {{task/}}
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| [https://store.steampowered.com/app/332350/Arma_3_Marksmen/ {{Name|arma3marksmen|short}}] || {{task}} || {{task/}} || {{task}} || {{task/}}
 
|- style="background-color: #E1F7E5"
 
|- style="background-color: #E1F7E5"
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| '''[https://store.steampowered.com/app/395180/Arma_3_Apex/ {{Name|arma3apex}}]''' || {{task}} || {{task/}} || {{task}} || {{task/}}
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| '''[https://store.steampowered.com/app/395180/Arma_3_Apex/ {{Name|arma3apex|short}}]''' || {{task}} || {{task/}} || {{task}} || {{task/}}
 
|-
 
|-
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| [https://store.steampowered.com/app/571710/Arma_3_Laws_of_War/ {{Name|arma3low}}] || {{task}} || {{task}} || {{task}} || {{task/}}
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| [https://store.steampowered.com/app/571710/Arma_3_Laws_of_War/ {{Name|arma3low|short}}] || {{task}} || {{task}} || {{task}} || {{task/}}
 
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| [https://store.steampowered.com/app/601670/Arma_3_Jets/ {{Name|arma3jets}}] || {{task}} || {{task}} || {{task}} || {{task/}}
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| [https://store.steampowered.com/app/601670/Arma_3_Jets/ {{Name|arma3jets|short}}] || {{task}} || {{task}} || {{task}} || {{task/}}
 
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|-
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| [https://store.steampowered.com/app/744950/Arma_3_TacOps_Mission_Pack/ {{Name|arma3tacops}}] || {{task}} || {{task}} || {{task}} || {{task/}}
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| [https://store.steampowered.com/app/744950/Arma_3_TacOps_Mission_Pack/ {{Name|arma3tacops|short}}] || {{task}} || {{task}} || {{task}} || {{task/}}
 
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| [https://store.steampowered.com/app/798390/Arma_3_Tanks/ {{Name|arma3tanks}}] || {{task}} || {{task}} || {{task}} || {{task/}}
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| [https://store.steampowered.com/app/798390/Arma_3_Tanks/ {{Name|arma3tanks|short}}] || {{task}} || {{task}} || {{task}} || {{task/}}
 
|- style="background-color: #E4EDF6"
 
|- style="background-color: #E4EDF6"
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| '''[https://store.steampowered.com/app/1021790/Arma_3_Contact/ {{Name|arma3contact}}]''' || {{task}} || {{task}} || {{task/}} || {{task/}}
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| '''[https://store.steampowered.com/app/1021790/Arma_3_Contact/ {{Name|arma3contact|short}}]''' || {{task}} || {{task}} || {{task/}} || {{task/}}
 
|}
 
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You may wonder if you need to buy DLCs. You do not ''need'' anything to enjoy playing {{arma3}} (but the base game), but depending on which experience you are after the common recommendations change:
 
You may wonder if you need to buy DLCs. You do not ''need'' anything to enjoy playing {{arma3}} (but the base game), but depending on which experience you are after the common recommendations change:
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* For a '''Singleplayer''' experience, the base campaign, [[Arma 3 Laws of War]] and in an other style [[Arma 3 Contact]] singleplayer campaigns are considered among the best singleplayer moments. If you can afford it too, see also the [[Arma 3 Tac-Ops Mission Pack]] for a combat experience from multiple points of view.
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* For a '''Singleplayer''' experience, the base campaign, [[{{Name|arma3low}}]] and in an other style [[{{Name|arma3contact}}]] singleplayer campaigns are considered among the best singleplayer moments. If you can afford it too, see also the [[{{Name|arma3tacops}}]] for a combat experience from multiple points of view.
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* For a '''Multiplayer''' experience, it is recommended to at least own [[Arma 3 Apex]] to be able to play with its assets and have access to the [[Tanoa]] terrain. The cooperation campaign is good to play through too.
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* For a '''Multiplayer''' experience, it is recommended to at least own [[{{Name|arma3apex}}]] to be able to play with its assets and have access to the [[Tanoa]] terrain. The cooperation campaign is good to play through too.
 
* Every asset such as weapons and vehicles provided by Bohemia Interactive are free to test in [[Arsenal]] (LEARN > VIRTUAL ARSENAL). If you wonder if the DLC is worth your money, it is possible to try it for free.
 
* Every asset such as weapons and vehicles provided by Bohemia Interactive are free to test in [[Arsenal]] (LEARN > VIRTUAL ARSENAL). If you wonder if the DLC is worth your money, it is possible to try it for free.
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* You can purchase '''Arma 3 DLC Essentials''' ([https://store.steampowered.com/bundle/10866/Arma_3_DLC_Essentials/ Steam]) to collect the entire DLC sets (except the Expansions, [[Arma 3 Apex]] and [[Arma 3 Contact]]).
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* You can purchase '''{{arma3}} DLC Essentials''' ([https://store.steampowered.com/bundle/10866/Arma_3_DLC_Essentials/ Steam page]) to collect the entire DLC sets (except the Expansions, [[{{Name|arma3apex}}]] and [[{{Name|arma3contact}}]]).
 
{{Informative |
 
{{Informative |
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* For a list of {{arma3}} available DLCs and extensions, see [[{{arma3}}]] and [[:Category:Arma 3 DLCs & Expansions|Arma 3 DLCs & Expansions]]
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* For a list of {{arma3}} available DLCs and extensions, see [[{{arma3}}]], [[:Category:Arma 3 DLCs & Expansions|Arma 3 DLCs & Expansions]] and [[Arma 3 DLCs Overview]].
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* For a description and a list of DLC assets restrictions, see [[Arma 3 DLC Restrictions]]}}
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* For information about DLC assets restrictions, see [[Arma 3 DLC Restrictions]].}}
 
{{Important | [[:Category:Arma_3_CDLCs|Creator DLCs (CDLCs)]] are not always available to test for free and their assets are never included into the base game. You must purchase them before using them.}}
 
{{Important | [[:Category:Arma_3_CDLCs|Creator DLCs (CDLCs)]] are not always available to test for free and their assets are never included into the base game. You must purchase them before using them.}}
  
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You bought the game, downloaded it, installed it, configured it ''via'' the [[Arma 3 Launcher|launcher]], started it: now what?<br>
 
You bought the game, downloaded it, installed it, configured it ''via'' the [[Arma 3 Launcher|launcher]], started it: now what?<br>
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If you are not familiar with the Arma series, a usual recommendation is to access the main menu and select Tutorial, you can find choices such as:
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If you are not familiar with the {{armaSeries}} series, a usual recommendation is to access the main menu and select Tutorial, you can find choices such as:
 
* Read the '''[https://arma3.com/assets/pdf/arma3_manual.pdf Game Manual]'''
 
* Read the '''[https://arma3.com/assets/pdf/arma3_manual.pdf Game Manual]'''
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* Head on the '''Game Options''' and change key bindings, [[Stringtable.xml#Arma_3|languages]] and difficulty
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* Head on the '''Game Options''' and change key bindings, [[Stringtable.xml#Arma 3|languages]] and difficulty
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* Read the in-game '''[[:Category:Arma 3: Field Manual|Field Manual]]''' (from Tutorial → Field Manual)
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* Read the in-game '''[[:Category:Arma 3: Field Manual|Field Manual]]''' ('''TUTORIAL > FIELD MANUAL''')
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* Watch '''Community Guide''' videos ([https://store.steampowered.com/app/544940/2/14/ Steam] / [https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLfUcrRpCM_fLrk4KKLkQKrlTBh7txPaO3 YouTube])
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* Watch '''Community Guide''' videos ([https://store.steampowered.com/app/544940/2/14/ Steam page] / [https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLfUcrRpCM_fLrk4KKLkQKrlTBh7txPaO3 YouTube])
 
* Read and watch [[Dslyecxi's Tactical Guides]] [https://ttp3.dslyecxi.com/ (direct link to TTP3)]
 
* Read and watch [[Dslyecxi's Tactical Guides]] [https://ttp3.dslyecxi.com/ (direct link to TTP3)]
  
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* Play the Single Player campaign "The East Wind" to learn to work in a team
 
* Play the Single Player campaign "The East Wind" to learn to work in a team
 
* Play the other Single Player content, according to your [[:Category:Arma 3 DLCs & Expansions|DLC]] list:
 
* Play the other Single Player content, according to your [[:Category:Arma 3 DLCs & Expansions|DLC]] list:
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** [[Arma 3 Tac-Ops Mission Pack]]
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** [[{{Name|arma3tacops}}]]
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** [[Arma 3 Laws of War]]'s campaign
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** [[{{Name|arma3low}}]]'s campaign
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** [[Arma 3 Contact]]'s campaign
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** [[{{Name|arma3contact}}]]'s campaign
  
  
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{{Informative|Playing in Multiplayer is ''way'' different from Single Player; an AI can be ''predicted'', its skill ''altered'', its behaviour ''planned'',<br>
 
{{Informative|Playing in Multiplayer is ''way'' different from Single Player; an AI can be ''predicted'', its skill ''altered'', its behaviour ''planned'',<br>
 
whereas an experienced human being ''will'' keep you on your toes and make you change tactics… under the threat of imminent death!}}
 
whereas an experienced human being ''will'' keep you on your toes and make you change tactics… under the threat of imminent death!}}
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* If you own [[Arma 3 Apex]], play its Multiplayer campaign "Apex Protocol" with experienced friends
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* If you own [[{{Name|arma3apex}}]], play its Multiplayer campaign "Apex Protocol" with experienced friends
 
* Hours of practice will help you:
 
* Hours of practice will help you:
 
** Find the kind of game you like, among the various [[Multiplayer Game Types|Multiplayer game types]]
 
** Find the kind of game you like, among the various [[Multiplayer Game Types|Multiplayer game types]]
 
** Getting different experiences no training can bring (situational awareness, reflexes, specific cases)
 
** Getting different experiences no training can bring (situational awareness, reflexes, specific cases)
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* If possible, try to play on multiple servers with friends or an [https://units.arma3.com/ Arma 3 Unit]!
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* If possible, try to play on multiple servers with friends or an [https://units.arma3.com/ {{arma3}} Unit]!
  
  
 
== Steam Workshop 101 ==
 
== Steam Workshop 101 ==
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{{wip}}
 
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Arma 3 does support [https://steamcommunity.com/app/107410/workshop/ Steam Workshop]. You can find Mods (aka addons) that add some assets, features and experiences that don't exist in vanilla (default game) or scenarios that also don't exist in the game to find another game experience.
 
  
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To add and install Workshop items, take these steps.
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{{arma3}} does support [https://steamcommunity.com/app/107410/workshop/ Steam Workshop]. You can find mods (a.k.a addons) that add some assets, features and experiences that don't exist in vanilla (addon-free) {{arma3}}, or user-made scenarios providing another game experience.
  
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=== Find and subscribe an item ===
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To add and install Workshop items, follow these steps:
  
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Head to Steam Workshop and look for any items that might satisfy you.
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=== Download and play a Scenario ===
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If you find something interested, hit the green “Subscribe” button. It'll download the item automatically.
 
  
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=== Activate Mods ===
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# Open the [http://steamcommunity.com/workshop/browse/?appid=107410 {{arma3}} Steam Workshop] and select the '''Scenario''' tag.
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# Find a scenario you like.
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# Click subscribe on [[File:Steam SubscribeButton.png]] to subscribe to a scenario. It will automatically download when the game is started.
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# Open the game and navigate to '''SINGLEPLAYER > SCENARIOS'''.
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# The subscribed mission will be downloaded and found under the Steam Subscribed Content.
  
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Mods need to be activated before launching the game from the Launcher.
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=== Download and activate a Mod ===
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You can active mods in the '''mods''' tab of the [[Arma 3 Launcher]].
 
  
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=== Enjoy Mods and scenarios ===
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# Open the [http://steamcommunity.com/workshop/browse/?appid=107410 {{arma3}} Steam Workshop] and select the '''Mod''' tag.
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# Find a mod you like.
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# Click subscribe on [[File:Steam SubscribeButton.png]] to subscribe to a mod.
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# Start {{arma3}} from your Steam Library, that will open [[Arma 3 Launcher]].
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# Subscribed mods will be downloaded automatically.
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# Click the '''[[Arma 3 Launcher#Mods|MODS]]''' tab.
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# Downloaded mods are automatically loaded. If you need to unload a mod, click the checkbox.
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# Press '''PLAY''' to launch {{arma3}} with selected mods.
  
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To play scenarios, hit the SINGLEPLAYER > SCENARIOS button from the main menu. You can find Workshop scenarios there, and start playing a scenario.
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{{Informative | These tutorials and others (publishing to the workshop) can also be found on the {{arma3}} website: [https://arma3.com/workshop101 {{arma3}} Workshop 101].}}
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To enjoy Mods, it depends on the type of the Mod. If the Mod adds assets, you can test them from Arsenal or Eden Editor, if adds systems, you can test them in game.
 
  
  
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=== Official communication channels ===
 
=== Official communication channels ===
  
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* [https://forums.bohemia.net/forums/forum/107-arma-3-main/ Arma 3 Official Forum]
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* [https://forums.bohemia.net/forums/forum/107-arma-3-main/ {{arma3}} Official Forums]
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* [https://discord.gg/arma Arma 3 Official Discord]
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* [https://discord.gg/arma {{arma3}} Official Discord]
 
** {{Inline code|#looking_for_game}} channel if you are looking for players
 
** {{Inline code|#looking_for_game}} channel if you are looking for players
 
** {{Inline code|#looking_for_squad}} channel if you are looking for squads
 
** {{Inline code|#looking_for_squad}} channel if you are looking for squads
 
** {{Inline code|#communities_arma}} channel if you are looking for communities
 
** {{Inline code|#communities_arma}} channel if you are looking for communities
 
** {{Inline code|#singleplayer}} channel for… Single Player content advices and discussion
 
** {{Inline code|#singleplayer}} channel for… Single Player content advices and discussion
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** {{Inline code|#scripting}} channel for help in scripting, as well as [[:Category:Scripting Commands Arma 3|Arma 3 Scripting Commands]]
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** {{Inline code|#scripting}} channel for help in scripting, as well as [[:Category:Scripting Commands Arma 3|{{arma3}} Scripting Commands]]
 
** {{Inline code|#community_wiki}} channel where discussions about articles on this wiki happen
 
** {{Inline code|#community_wiki}} channel where discussions about articles on this wiki happen
 
** And for '''all your other questions''', {{Inline code|#ask_questions_here}} is the channel to be!
 
** And for '''all your other questions''', {{Inline code|#ask_questions_here}} is the channel to be!
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* [https://discord.gg/UyhtEBh Epoch Discord]
 
* [https://discord.gg/UyhtEBh Epoch Discord]
 
* [https://discord.gg/NJR6tGS Antistasi Discord]
 
* [https://discord.gg/NJR6tGS Antistasi Discord]
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* [https://discordapp.com/invite/ajGUDSH Arma RPG Life Discord]
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* [https://discord.gg/ajGUDSH Arma RPG Life Discord]
 
* [https://discord.gg/wskoth King Of The Hill / Wasteland Discord]
 
* [https://discord.gg/wskoth King Of The Hill / Wasteland Discord]
  
 
=== More links ===
 
=== More links ===
  
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* [https://www.reddit.com/r/arma/wiki/index Reddit Arma 3 Wiki]
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* [https://www.reddit.com/r/arma/wiki/index Reddit {{arma3}} Wiki]
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* [https://www.reddit.com/r/arma/comments/30cbdb/welcome_to_arma_iii_heres_how_you_can_get_started/ Reddit Arma 3 tips &amp; performance tweaks]
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* [https://www.reddit.com/r/arma/comments/30cbdb/welcome_to_arma_iii_heres_how_you_can_get_started/ Reddit {{arma3}} tips &amp; performance tweaks]
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* [https://arma3.com/workshop101 Arma 3 Workshop 101]
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* [https://arma3.com/workshop101 {{arma3}} Workshop 101]
  
  
 
{{GameCategory|arma3}}
 
{{GameCategory|arma3}}
 
[[Category:Hints & Tips]]
 
[[Category:Hints & Tips]]

Revision as of 13:10, 7 August 2020

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Buying Arma 3Starting with the gamePlaying in Single PlayerPlaying in MultiplayerFinding players

Buying Arma 3

Arma 3 is a Steam platform exclusive game and can be bought on the Arma 3 Steam page.

Editions

Arma 3 has some Editions and bundles to purchase. Bundles are always cheaper than purchasing products separately.

Edition Details
Content Arma 3 Apex Edition Contact Edition Ultimate Edition
Arma 3 task/ task/ task/ task/
Karts task task/ task task/
Helicopters task task/ task task/
Marksmen task task/ task task/
Apex task task/ task task/
Laws of War task task task task/
Jets task task task task/
Tac-Ops task task task task/
Tanks task task task task/
Contact task task task/ task/

Buying DLCs

You may wonder if you need to buy DLCs. You do not need anything to enjoy playing Arma 3 (but the base game), but depending on which experience you are after the common recommendations change:

  • For a Singleplayer experience, the base campaign, Arma 3 Laws of War and in an other style Arma 3 Contact singleplayer campaigns are considered among the best singleplayer moments. If you can afford it too, see also the Arma 3 Tac-Ops Mission Pack for a combat experience from multiple points of view.
  • For a Multiplayer experience, it is recommended to at least own Arma 3 Apex to be able to play with its assets and have access to the Tanoa terrain. The cooperation campaign is good to play through too.
  • Every asset such as weapons and vehicles provided by Bohemia Interactive are free to test in Arsenal (LEARN > VIRTUAL ARSENAL). If you wonder if the DLC is worth your money, it is possible to try it for free.
  • You can purchase Arma 3 DLC Essentials (Steam page) to collect the entire DLC sets (except the Expansions, Arma 3 Apex and Arma 3 Contact).
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Creator DLCs (CDLCs) are not always available to test for free and their assets are never included into the base game. You must purchase them before using them.


Starting with the game

You bought the game, downloaded it, installed it, configured it via the launcher, started it: now what?
If you are not familiar with the armaSeries series, a usual recommendation is to access the main menu and select Tutorial, you can find choices such as:


then…

Playing in Single Player

In-game training

  • Play the VR Training missions to understand the principles
  • Play the Showcases to apply these principles in real action
  • Play the Bootcamp campaign
  • Practice weapons and vehicles in the Virtual Arsenal
  • Discover the available Terrains in Eden Editor

Fighting


Playing in Multiplayer

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Playing in Multiplayer is way different from Single Player; an AI can be predicted, its skill altered, its behaviour planned,
whereas an experienced human being will keep you on your toes and make you change tactics… under the threat of imminent death!
  • If you own Arma 3 Apex, play its Multiplayer campaign "Apex Protocol" with experienced friends
  • Hours of practice will help you:
    • Find the kind of game you like, among the various Multiplayer game types
    • Getting different experiences no training can bring (situational awareness, reflexes, specific cases)
  • If possible, try to play on multiple servers with friends or an Arma 3 Unit!


Steam Workshop 101

Arma 3 does support Steam Workshop. You can find mods (a.k.a addons) that add some assets, features and experiences that don't exist in vanilla (addon-free) Arma 3, or user-made scenarios providing another game experience.

To add and install Workshop items, follow these steps:

Download and play a Scenario

  1. Open the Arma 3 Steam Workshop and select the Scenario tag.
  2. Find a scenario you like.
  3. Click subscribe on Steam SubscribeButton.png to subscribe to a scenario. It will automatically download when the game is started.
  4. Open the game and navigate to SINGLEPLAYER > SCENARIOS.
  5. The subscribed mission will be downloaded and found under the Steam Subscribed Content.

Download and activate a Mod

  1. Open the Arma 3 Steam Workshop and select the Mod tag.
  2. Find a mod you like.
  3. Click subscribe on Steam SubscribeButton.png to subscribe to a mod.
  4. Start Arma 3 from your Steam Library, that will open Arma 3 Launcher.
  5. Subscribed mods will be downloaded automatically.
  6. Click the MODS tab.
  7. Downloaded mods are automatically loaded. If you need to unload a mod, click the checkbox.
  8. Press PLAY to launch Arma 3 with selected mods.
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These tutorials and others (publishing to the workshop) can also be found on the Arma 3 website: Arma 3 Workshop 101.


Finding players, communities and help

Official communication channels

  • Arma 3 Official Forums
  • Arma 3 Official Discord
    • #looking_for_game channel if you are looking for players
    • #looking_for_squad channel if you are looking for squads
    • #communities_arma channel if you are looking for communities
    • #singleplayer channel for… Single Player content advices and discussion
    • #scripting channel for help in scripting, as well as Arma 3 Scripting Commands
    • #community_wiki channel where discussions about articles on this wiki happen
    • And for all your other questions, #ask_questions_here is the channel to be!

Common game modes servers

More links

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