how do i play online ?

[Jmack]

... before finding SH3 i used to play IL2 FB PF ... bla bla bla ... online

so how do i play SH3 online ? is there a dedicated server or something like HyperLobby
where one can join the games ?

[Albrecht Von Hesse]

... before finding SH3 i used to play IL2 FB PF ... bla bla bla ... online

so how do i play SH3 online ? is there a dedicated server or something like HyperLobby
where one can join the games ?

At the main menu of SHIII when you first start up the game, where you have the choice of career, single mission, etc., there is an option for multiplayer.

When you select that, you then get two choices: LAN or internet (I forget exactly how the internet choice is phrased). In order to play online with others, you'll need to have an account registered with Ubisoft.

[Jmack]

ARGHHH !!! gasp !!!

registred at ubisoft ... hummm
thats a turn off is that the only way , i think i still have an acount there from the il2 days

[ecm747x]

You do have to register at UBI. Once you have done that, you will log in, under the MP section of the game, and then you will see the lobby with all the games that people are hosting. When they show up there, they haven't started the game yet and you can join. You will see a version that the host is using. Make sure you join a server that is using the same patched version you have or you will crash to desktop upon start of the game.
Also, if you do not see a ping of the host server you will not be able to join it. he hasn't opened his ports up or has his firewall enabled with no exceptions.
One important thing in MP is that you have the same the same version of the game you are playing. For example, SH3 vailla, make sure you don't have other mods enabled or you will, more than likely, CTD when the game starts.
If you play with a certain mod in MP you and the host have to have the exact same files, or again, CTD
What I do is this to help ensure a good MP experience. I have a stock SH3 game file patched to 1.4. then for every mod I have I copy the stock SH3 to a new folder, rename it to the name of the mod then install the mod to that folder I just created, and make a shortcut on my desktop. This way I can play any version I want in MP with no problems with CTD.
I hope some of this helps you out. There are a bunch of us who have been Beta testing GWX and all I can say is the MP aspect is great. Is more stable than the GW1.1a version. If you are looking for a MP game, look me up on MSN and I can host a game for us to play. I have Vanilla, GW1.1a and GWX beta that I play online. The GWX mod will be out soon and I would suggest getting it. It adds a great new deal of stuff and makes MP action even better....

[Jmack]

humm ...guess i have to register at ubi again

when Gwx is available i will try to play online

thanks

[Albrecht Von Hesse]

humm ...guess i have to register at ubi again

when Gwx is available i will try to play online

thanks

Just remember, if you're hosting a game, or going to join one, you and everyone else must have the exact same setup. The game will crash otherwise. So if you're running GWX, then everyone else has to as well.

[Dietrich]

Use a "forums" UBI account, rather than trying to register through the game (which often doesn't work). It is also possible to play "LAN" games, using Hamachi to do it across the 'net.

Depending on your firewall/router configurations you may need to sort out packet forwarding to host games (not needed just to play).

Finally, there are various "clans" on the net that specialise in multi-player games (the one I am in is www.34thflotilla.com ). There is a list of all such clans on the community manual, along with help about getting set up. The relevant links are:

http://www.communitymanuals.com/shiii/index.php?title=Multiplayer

and

http://www.communitymanuals.com/shiii/index.php?title=Links_%26_Resources#Team_and_Leagu e_Sites

If you have any questions, just ask here. The users of this forum are very helpful, IMHO.

[Jmack]

Use a "forums" UBI account, rather than trying to register through the game (which often doesn't work).

now he tells me ... im trying to get registred and always gives error lol

[mr chris]

Hi guys if you wish to try out MP and have not the foggest of how to do it here are a few easy steps to help you along the way.
1 ) First off you need to step up a account at www.ubi.com (http://www.ubi.com/) . Make a note of what your user name and password were.
2 ) Keep you computer connected to the internet and load up SH3.
3 ) When the game has loaded up select the Multiplayer option.
4 ) Click on play at ubi.com
5 ) Enter your user name and password and click on ok.
6 ) Then you will be in the waiting room with a list of games in front of you.
7 ) Then pick the game you wish to join, then click on ok.
8 ) You may be asked to type in the password fill it in then press ok.
9 ) If you wish to be the server just click on create game in the bottom left of the screen and follow the instuctions.

NOTE: You have to have the same install and mods everyone else playing in your MP game or you will CTD.

[Albrecht Von Hesse]

Hi guys if you wish to try out MP and have not the foggest of how to do it here are a few easy steps to help you along the way.
1 ) First off you need to step up a account at www.ubi.com (http://www.ubi.com/) . Make a note of what your user name and password were.
2 ) Keep you computer connected to the internet and load up SH3.
3 ) When the game has loaded up select the Multiplayer option.
4 ) Click on play at ubi.com
5 ) Enter your user name and password and click on ok.
6 ) Then you will be in the waiting room with a list of games in front of you.
7 ) Then pick the game you wish to join, then click on ok.
8 ) You may be asked to type in the password fill it in then press ok.
9 ) If you wish to be the server just click on create game in the bottom left of the screen and follow the instuctions.

NOTE: You have to have the same install and mods everyone else playing in your MP game or you will CTD.

Excellent instructions!

Just want to point out one thing. If you're using a router you won't have any problems connecting to play on another's hosted server game. However, if you want to host a game yourself, you'll need to set your pc/router up to permit doing that. If you don't, you wind up with a zero ping and no one will be able to connect to your game.

You need to port forward your router specific to SHIII. An easy and excellent way to do so is to go to http://www.portforward.com/routers.htm. First you'll see a comprehensive listing of routers. Select and click on yours. Then scroll down to the bottom and select and click Silent Hunter III. Yep, that's right: Port Forward already has the game requirements for SHIII. Just follow the instructions to set up your router for port forwarding and you'll be able to host your own online multiplayer games!

[Jmack]

well ... still cant get an acount on ubi ... it gives error
and my both emails are used now ...

bummer

[mr chris]

well ... still cant get an acount on ubi ... it gives error
and my both emails are used now ...

bummer

Are you trying to set up a account on ubi via SH3?
If so it wont work i dont know why but the only way is to get out of the game and set one up by going to www.ubi.com (http://www.ubi.com) then going back to game and puting the username and password in the loging in screen that you used at ubi.
Hope this helps.
I will get you playing on MP SH3 soon trust me.:up:

[Patboot]

humm ...guess i have to register at ubi again

when Gwx is available i will try to play online

thanks

Just remember, if you're hosting a game, or going to join one, you and everyone else must have the exact same setup. The game will crash otherwise. So if you're running GWX, then everyone else has to as well.


Can I assume this includes any edits to the .cfg files? Last time I went online, I started my own mission, no-one joined but none of my edits were effective. Howver, the game played just fine.

[mr chris]

humm ...guess i have to register at ubi again

when Gwx is available i will try to play online

thanks

Just remember, if you're hosting a game, or going to join one, you and everyone else must have the exact same setup. The game will crash otherwise. So if you're running GWX, then everyone else has to as well.


Can I assume this includes any edits to the .cfg files? Last time I went online, I started my own mission, no-one joined but none of my edits were effective. Howver, the game played just fine.

Yes mate you all need the same files for the game to run. other wise you will all ctd. It is best to make a dual install one for MP the other for your career game mo the hell out of the career install as much as you like but leave the Mp install nice and clean.
I have 2 installs
career install
SH3, SH3 Commander 2.7, 1.4 patch and GWX.
MP install
SH3, 1.4 patch and GWX.

[Jimbuna]

Hi guys if you wish to try out MP and have not the foggest of how to do it here are a few easy steps to help you along the way.
1 ) First off you need to step up a account at www.ubi.com (http://www.ubi.com/) . Make a note of what your user name and password were.
2 ) Keep you computer connected to the internet and load up SH3.
3 ) When the game has loaded up select the Multiplayer option.
4 ) Click on play at ubi.com
5 ) Enter your user name and password and click on ok.
6 ) Then you will be in the waiting room with a list of games in front of you.
7 ) Then pick the game you wish to join, then click on ok.
8 ) You may be asked to type in the password fill it in then press ok.
9 ) If you wish to be the server just click on create game in the bottom left of the screen and follow the instuctions.

NOTE: You have to have the same install and mods everyone else playing in your MP game or you will CTD.

Excellent instructions!

Just want to point out one thing. If you're using a router you won't have any problems connecting to play on another's hosted server game. However, if you want to host a game yourself, you'll need to set your pc/router up to permit doing that. If you don't, you wind up with a zero ping and no one will be able to connect to your game.

You need to port forward your router specific to SHIII. An easy and excellent way to do so is to go to http://www.portforward.com/routers.htm. First you'll see a comprehensive listing of routers. Select and click on yours. Then scroll down to the bottom and select and click Silent Hunter III. Yep, that's right: Port Forward already has the game requirements for SHIII. Just follow the instructions to set up your router for port forwarding and you'll be able to host your own online multiplayer games!

The info about the router is excellent Albrecht...I'll def be visiting this site to enable my two kids to continue to have internet access whilst I'm playing/hosting online :up:

[MobyGrape]

If I have password enabled..it will be Moby

[Jimbuna]

If I have password enabled..it will be Moby

Rgr that Moby...it will depend on what time we get back from the 'outlaws' lol :up:

[Jmack]

still couldnt get the password recovered ...

i put my email and birthdate ... they send a link so i can
reset my password ... then it gives an error , and tells me to try later ...

[Jimbuna]

Try opening a new hotmai; or yahoo email account and use that...I just opened a second user account for an entirely different install earlier this evening :arrgh!:

[Iron Budokan]

Fellas, does that include even having the same files in your gramaphone folder?

[azn_132]

Then u will have a big problem tryin to find out what music they have in thier grandophone thang.

[Jimbuna]

Fellas, does that include even having the same files in your gramaphone folder?

The files in the gramaphone folder are not important (I've over 200 in mine so I can't see how anyone else could have the exact same collection) :hmm: