Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Download and install the Brigade client from the Downloads page. Once installed, launch it and connect to brigade.metaforge.net on port 2223.

The Brigade client installs on your computer and connects directly to the Metaforge game server. Once installed, you will see a Marshal icon on your desktop — just double-click it to launch. It is also available from your Start menu under Programs.

Be sure to set the server to brigade.metaforge.net. Port should be set to 2223.

Read the Introduction page for step-by-step instructions. When you create a new account, we send a link to set your own password — make sure to use a valid email address.

Play is completely free, with no time limit. Anyone can create a free account and play as much as they want, forever. Registering is optional and unlocks extra features for players who want them — it doesn't affect how much you can play.

No. Simply create an account with a username and email address. You only need to provide payment information when you are ready to subscribe.

Email us at brigade@metaforge.net and we will cancel your subscription promptly.

We no longer email passwords, for security. When you create an account or reset your password, we send a link so you can set your own password instead. Check your inbox (and spam folder) for that email. Still nothing after a few minutes? Email us at brigade@metaforge.net and we'll sort it out.

Yes. The rules are posted here.

Yes — that is the whole point! Connect, find an open game or create your own, and play against opponents from around the world.

Yes, we have several computer players (called “bots”) on the site. Their names start with ProbeBot followed by a number, such as ProbeBot1.

RPI is a weighted average of your win percentage, your opponents' win percentage, and your opponents' opponents' win percentage. KRACH is a non-linear ranking system originally invented to rank college hockey teams and is the official ranking of the site. ELO is the classic chess-style rating system.

You may have more than one account only if all of your accounts are separately registered. Having any unregistered account alongside a registered one is a violation of the license agreement. Any user found to have multiple accounts without a separate subscription for each will have all accounts immediately terminated.

We do not change account names. If you are a registered user and wish to reset your record, log in to your profile page and click the “Reset Record” button.

MarshalBot is an automated chat bot. To talk to him, highlight his name, type your message, and click “Transmit”. His cousins, the ProbeBots, actually play games; he does not.

Send us a note at brigade@metaforge.net — we love hearing from players.