FAQ
I crash on startup!
Make sure you enabled widescreen support in the settings.
How can I run the game in Windowed mode?
Same settings tab to enable widescreen support in the launcher, except tick the Windowed Mode tab.
Where is the Linux/Mac version?
Battlefield 2142 supports Windows, and Battlefield 2 supports Mac and Windows. Tweaking will be required if you plan on running it on Linux.
Where can I find the server?
In Battlefield 2142, press the Multiplay button, then Online, then Advanced, untick Ranked, then press Update List, then scroll down until you find Infinity Gamenight in the server list. You may need to untick Populated as well depending on how many people are connected.
Why is the loading so slow?
Both BF2 and BF2142 optimize the shaders on first load for maps when first launched and/or video settings are changed. This makes the first loads take long but subsequent loads are much quicker.
What are the classes in this game?
The classes available are Recon, Assault, Engineer and Support. The Recon class is a stealthy sniper class, the Assault is a mixture of a medic and rifleman, the Engineer is a demolitions and anti vehicle expert, while the Support is a defensive machinegunner. These classes can be modified with various equipment for situations as well as light and heavy armors sacrificing mobility for extra protection.
What are the gamemodes?
Conquest: Hold points around the map while reducing enemy tickets, win by having the enemy tickets reduce to zero.
Assault Lines: Same as Conquest, except one team starts holding all control points.
Titan: Capture control points to activate missile silos that damage the shields of the enemy's massive floating carrier. Destroy the enemy titan to win.
How do I heal?
As the Assault class, equip your medkit and either hold them or throw them on the ground. They will heal you and nearby teammates in either situation.
How do I revive teammates?
As Assault, customize your loadout so that you are carrying the defib. The server is configured to give you one automatically, however typically you will need to unlock the defib through a ranked server. When a teammate is down, just equip your defib
How do I use a parachute?
Press the jump button while falling.
Why are there two threads up at once?
Mods might be asleep.