> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.getbf2142.net/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.getbf2142.net/getting-started.md).

# Getting Started

- [Before proceeding](https://docs.getbf2142.net/getting-started/before-proceeding.md): Ready to play? Here's how!
- [Install BF2142](https://docs.getbf2142.net/getting-started/download-and-install-bf2142.md): Get started: Where to safely download BF2142 and how to properly install the game.
- [Install v1.51 patch](https://docs.getbf2142.net/getting-started/download-and-install-v1_51-patch.md): Stay ahead: How to update BF2142 to the latest version.
- [Install BF2142 Hub](https://docs.getbf2142.net/getting-started/download-and-install-bf2142-hub.md): Get connected: How to download and install BF2142 Hub.
- [Apply OpenSpy patches](https://docs.getbf2142.net/getting-started/apply-openspy-patches.md): Get online: Patching BF2142 for real deal with OpenSpy!
- [Install the map pack](https://docs.getbf2142.net/getting-started/install-map-pack.md): Join the fight: How to install the Reclamation Map Pack.
- [Create an account](https://docs.getbf2142.net/getting-started/create-account.md): Ready, set, play: Creating your BF2142 account and setting up in-game options.
- [Play Singleplayer](https://docs.getbf2142.net/getting-started/play-singleplayer.md): Go solo: Two ways to enjoy BF2142 singleplayer mode.
- [Play Multiplayer](https://docs.getbf2142.net/getting-started/play-multiplayer.md): Jump in: Your guide to joining a BF2142 server.
- [Host a server](https://docs.getbf2142.net/getting-started/host-server.md): Be the host: How to set up your own BF2142 server.