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  • Getting Started

    • What is ThrowTheGame?

      Throwthegame is a community of people who love playing games and making them too. Here at TTG we have concluded the worst part of a game is when it ends. We believe your favorite game should never end and should have everything you want in it.

      So join us and together we can create awsome never ending games.

    • I can't play games!

      Throwthegame is using new technology like the HTML5 canvas element and requires a modern browser.

      First try upgrading your browser to the most recent version. This should solve your issue.

      If your on at school or work you can install Google Chrome Frame. This will upgrade Internet Explorer to a modern browser.

    • What is a game?

      A game is created from a framework and can be customized to whatever you like. Every game is user created in the browser.

    • What is a framework?

      A framework is a completed game with all the images, sounds, code and can be used to easily create your own games. At the moment there is only one framework Modern Tactics, in the future more will be added.

    • How do I make games?

      First you must be logged in and then head over to the create page.

      Once you give your game a title you will be redirected to the editor page. Follow the instructions and you'll be on your way.

    • What is throwing?

      To throw a game, means to publish your game to the website so others can play it. Once you are happy with your game its time to throw it! You can only throw once, after that people will see all updates.

    • What are assets?

      Assets are custom images / sounds which can be used in your games. For Modern Tactics you can create custom tiles, weapons and outfits. All assets are created by users so you can create your own assets too.

    • What do my assets have a black or white background?

      This means your image editor removed the transparency of the image and it will not work in games. Try downloading a better image a better image editor like Gimp.

    • What is the number beside user names?

      The number is the users current level. When you get enough points your account will level up. You can gain points by being active on the site, like posting comments, creating games, uploading an avatar, completing your profile and more.

    • When does the site get updated?

      The site gets updated at least once a week with new features and tweaks.

    • How do I report bugs?

      Submit your bugs here.

    • Where do I submit feature requests?

      You can submit your ideas to the feature request forum.

  • Creating Games

    • How do I edit my games?

      First login, then click on the create button. This will show you all your games. You can then click on settings to edit a specific game. You can also hover over and you will see the most recent games.

    • What is the editor?

      The editor is the place where you make games and create games. Remember you must be logged in to access it.

      You can edit game details, such as description, and title. You can also edit levels, add levels and sort level orders.

    • Why is the editor page not working?

      The editor might break in older browsers. We highly reccommend you install the latest version of Google Chrome or Firefox. This will give you the best experience.

    • Why can't people play my game?

      This is because your game is set to private or it has not been thrown yet! Go to the games editor page and click on throw or change privacy settings.

    • Who makes these games?

      You do, we all do. ThrowTheGame is a community of game lovers who create games and share them with the world. At Throwthegame we encourage users to be creative and think outside the box. We give you the tools to make games and the opportunity.

    • How many games can a user create?

      A user can create an unlimited number of games.

    • How many levels can a game have?

      At the moment the limit is 8 this will be increased in the future.

    • Why can't I create and win my own games?

      Completing your own games will not give you any rewards. You must play other peoples games.

  • Playing Games

  • Assets

    • What program can I use to make assets?

      You can use any program you like. After creating a new asset you will have the option to download a sample asset to use. You can use Paint or Gimp. When finished simply upload the image.

  • Playing Modern Tactics

    • What is Modern Tactics?

      Modern Tactics is a Tactical Role Playing Game, where two teams take turns controlling their squad to satisfy the objective. Most common objective is to eliminate the other team. As you complete levels your soldiers will rank up and new weapons might be unlocked. You can then customize your squad on the squad page.

    • How do I play?

      Once in a game, you will see all your active soldiers will have a big blue square. Click on a soldier to select it. You can now command the soldier to move once and attack once. When finished click wait and continue until your turn is over. A good strategy is to not charge the enemy and always move your soldiers as one group.

    • What are soldier ranks?

      As your soldier eliminates enemies, it will gain points and can rank up with enough. Once your soldier reaches rank 3 he will be able to equip a side arm. More rank bonuses will be added later on. Max rank is currently 10.

    • How do I get new weapons?

      By winning levels there is a small chance to unlock a new weapon. Completing later levels of a game will unlock stronger weapons. Playing games with harder bots will increase your odds as well.

    • What is that yellow square under my soldier?

      When shooting a gun the yellow square means to reload the weapon.

    • What are the differences between weapons?

      There are 7 different types of weapons in Modern Tactics: Assault: Good shooting mid-range and far-range. Submachine: Good shooting close-range and medium-range. Machine: Good shooting any range with high ammo but lower damage. Shotgun: Good shooting close-range. Sniper: Good shooting far-range. Pistol: Backup weapon good mid-range. Rocket: Good mid-range and hits multiple units but lower ammo.

    • What happens when I win levels?

      There is a small chance to unlock a new weapon.

    • What happens when I complete games?

      At the moment no bonuses.

    • What happens when I lose levels?

      Nothing! You can try as many times as you want.

    • How do I play two player?

      This is not supported right now.

    • Why are the bots so stupid?

      They will be improved as time goes on.

  • Modern Tactics Editor

  • Other

    • Why was this website made?

      ThrowTheGame was made because the worst part about games is when they end. We believe your favorite game should never end. We are building a community of game level designers who love to create games and play them.

    • Who made this website?

      This website was created by Ben D'Angelo, a game programmer from Toronto, Canada.

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