Using downloaded races

[Tampa_Gamer]

Woodelf- Sometimes the computer will pick them, sometimes not (depends on how many similar "personality" types are already in the game). The easiest way to ensure those races are included in a game is to add them in the "players" tab when you are starting a new game. Here is where you choose "add existing". Then a menu will pop up with all .emp files in your "empires" folder. Depending on the amount of racial points choose the Darlok/Sergetti 2000, 3000 or 5000 file. For the Earth Alliance, just choose the their file. Hope this makes sense!

[woodelf]

So then I toggle control to the computer after the game starts? I remember reading something like that somewhere. I'll admit I've never taken control of an AI race, but I've seen the option.

Thanks Tampa

[Triumvir Emphy]

Don't forget to select computer/ai controlled. the steps are,...

Add an existing empire.
highlight it and select edit
on the general tab there is a check box to toggle between computer and player controlled.

[Tampa_Gamer]

Yup - Triumvir is right, I forgot the essential step. Once the race is added (while you are still in the "players" tab) you must "edit" that player. Once the race comes up, check the control box towards the bottom of the screen to read "computer controlled" or something like that instead of human control. There is also an option to switch control during the game, but then you would know where they are, etc. and I only use this Last option for playtesting AI files.

[Atrocities]

Warp_Nine has the borg images. I have a link to his web page from my site. Sorry, too tired to dig it up for ya, but you can link to Warp_Nine's site from mine. Good luck.

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