Game Development Reference
In-Depth Information
Figure 5.4
The client error message when trying to start a game when the server is disabled.
The Client
Now that the server is running, you can learn how to run the client and take a
look at some of its features. The client is the software that is installed on the
users
PCs that will allow them to play the game. This section uses the default
MMO in order to show you what to expect when you begin creating your own
games. Follow these steps to access the test client:
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1. Ensure that the Realm Crafter Project Manager is loaded.
2. Ensure that there is at least one project.
3. Click on the Toolbox tab.
4. Double-click on Test Client.
A window will now appear and after a few seconds will display a login menu,
which can be seen in Figure 5.5.
Using the login screen shown in Figure 5.5, the player can generate a new
account or log in to an existing one.
Note
You can prevent players from creating accounts through the client software within the Realm
Crafter Editor.
Client Settings
Once you have clicked on the Settings button found in the bottom-right corner
of the New Project application window, a dialog box will appear with a number
of tabs.
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