Archipelago/worlds/v6/docs/setup_en.md

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VVVVVV MultiWorld Setup Guide

Required Software

Installation and Game Start Procedures

  1. Install VVVVVV through either Steam or GOG.
  2. Go to the page linked for V6AP, and download the latest release.
  3. Unpack the zip file where you have VVVVVV installed.

Joining a MultiWorld Game

To join an Archipelago MultiWorld game, you must set the game's launch options. The two mandatory launch options are:
-v6ap_name slotName
-v6ap_ip server:port

If the game you are joining requires a password, you should also add the following to your launch options:
-v6ap_passwd secretPassword

If the game is to be played offline in single-player mode, you should include this launch option:
-v6ap_file filePath

Launch options may be found by right-clicking on the game in Steam and clicking "Properties" in the context menu. From there, open the "General" tab. There is a "Launch Options" setting near the bottom wherein you should enter the above options. Note that all launch options are separated by a space, and if there are spaces in your slot name or password, it should be surrounded with quotes. If everything worked out, you will see a textbox informing you the connection has been established after the story intro.

Playing offline

To play offline, first generate a seed on the game's options page. Create a room and download the .apv6 file, include the offline single-player launch option described above.

Installation Troubleshooting

Start the game from the command line to view helpful messages regarding V6AP. These will look something like V6AP: Message.

Game no longer starts after copying the .exe

The most likely cause of a startup failure is invalid launch options. Ensure the launch options are set properly as described above in Joining a MultiWorld Game.

Game Troubleshooting

What happens if I lose connection?

If a disconnection occurs, wait a moment to see if the game automatically reconnects itself. If the problem presists, save and restart the game.