# Create an account

In this tutorial, we’ll walk you through how to create an account and set up several in-game settings. If you hit any snags or have questions, hop into our [Discord](https://discord.gg/7SBMKRy6q9) — we’re always happy to help!

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## Procedures

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Whenever a Windows Firewall prompt appears, allow the game through both private and public networks to avoid connection issues.
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Launch the game through <mark style="color:blue;">BF2142 Hub</mark>.&#x20;

Before hitting <mark style="color:blue;">Play</mark>, you might want to adjust the video and game settings to your liking.
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The game may take a few seconds to start, so expect a brief black screen before the intro appears. **\[**[**?**](#user-content-fn-1)[^1]**]**
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At the login screen, click <mark style="color:blue;">CREATE NEW ACCOUNT</mark>. It might take a moment for the next screen to appear. **\[**[**?**](#user-content-fn-2)[^2]**]**
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Click <mark style="color:blue;">ACCEPT TERMS</mark>. **\[**[**?**](#user-content-fn-3)[^3]**]**
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Fill out the registration form **\[**[**?**](#user-content-fn-4)[^4]**]** — but make sure to remember your <mark style="color:blue;">EMAIL ADDRESS</mark>, <mark style="color:blue;">ACCOUNT NAME</mark> and <mark style="color:blue;">PASSWORD</mark>. If you forgot your password **\[**[**...**](#user-content-fn-5)[^5]**]**
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Click <mark style="color:blue;">CREATE</mark>. If you received an error, then **\[**[**...**](#user-content-fn-6)[^6]**]**
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Click <mark style="color:blue;">CREATE NEW SOLDIER</mark>.
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Enter the <mark style="color:blue;">SOLDIER NAME</mark> you want to use in-game and click <mark style="color:blue;">CREATE NEW SOLDER</mark>.
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You may notice the game resolution has changed. **\[**[**?**](#user-content-fn-7)[^7]**]**
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To fix this, go to <mark style="color:blue;">OPTIONS</mark> → <mark style="color:blue;">VIDEO</mark> and adjust the resolution first. Only choose the resolution and refresh rate your monitor supports. **\[**[**?**](#user-content-fn-8)[^8]**]**
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Check out the [Tweak Guide](https://tweakguides.dmegaming.com/BF2142_6.html) for tips on optimizing your video settings. I’d recommend setting everything to max, except for <mark style="color:blue;">ANTI-ALIASING</mark>, which should stay [<mark style="color:blue;">OFF</mark>](#user-content-fn-9)[^9]. **\[**[**?**](#user-content-fn-10)[^10]**]**
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Don’t forget to adjust your <mark style="color:blue;">AUDIO</mark> settings too — the [Tweak Guide](https://tweakguides.dmegaming.com/BF2142_6.html) has great advice for getting the best sound experience.
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***Congratulations! You have completed all the steps to get Battlefield 2142 up and running! See you on the battlefield!***
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## Follow-ups

Don’t forget to check out these tutorials to learn how to join a game or start your own server!

* [Play Singleplayer](/getting-started/play-singleplayer.md)
* [Play Multiplayer](/getting-started/play-multiplayer.md)
* [Host a server](/getting-started/host-server.md)
* [BF2142Unlocker](/advanced/addons-tweaks/bf2142unlocker.md) (for advanced users)

Got questions or run into a snag? No worries, we've got some awesome self-serve resources to help you out!

* [Troubleshoot](/help-centre/troubleshoot.md)
* [FAQ](/help-centre/faq.md)

For some players, the Remaster mod has become their new standard — many can’t imagine playing without it. Check out these tutorials to get started!

1. [Install Project Remaster](/advanced/project-remaster/install-project-remaster.md)
2. [Launch Project Remaster](/advanced/project-remaster/configure-remaster-launcher.md)

New to the game? We’ve got some manuals packed with helpful info, so it’s definitely worth setting aside a little time to check them out!

* [Manual](/documents/manual.md)
* [Game Guide](/documents/game-guide.md)
* [Tweak Guide](https://tweakguides.dmegaming.com/BF2142_1.html)
* [Modding Wiki](https://classic-battlefield-modding.fandom.com/wiki/Classic_Battlefield_Modding_Wikia) (for advanced users)

Also, take a look at the [Addons / Tweaks](/advanced/addons-tweaks.md) section — you might find something that interests you!&#x20;

[^1]: If you’re in fullscreen, the game may blink or resize a few times — that’s normal.

[^2]: Server requests can take a few seconds to process — most master servers are in Europe or the U.S. A response within 10 seconds is perfectly normal.

[^3]: One important thing to note from the <mark style="color:blue;">TERMS AND CONDITIONS</mark> is that your password is stored remotely in plain text, so just be aware of this when creating your account.

[^4]: Most of the information you enter isn’t actually relevant, so it’s fine to use false details. Since master servers store your account data in plain text, it’s best to use a simple password (like `123456`).

[^5]: OpenSpy now lets you reset your password and manage your account at <https://account.openspy.net/login> (use Partner Code 20 - EA).

    When registering, use a valid email address so you can access these features. It's ok to use a fake email address if you're pretty sure that you won't forget your password.

[^6]: Try different entries for <mark style="color:blue;">ACCOUNT NAME</mark> or <mark style="color:blue;">EMAIL ADDRESS</mark> as they may have been previously used by other accounts.

    Other less common causes include using an invalid country code, postal code, birthdate format, or entering non-standard characters in any of the fields.

[^7]: The resolution glitch occurs because the game creates a new set of profiles for you, which only include the default resolution settings. In Battlefield 2142, the resolution can actually be different before you log in and after you log in.

[^8]: Choosing the wrong resolution or refresh rate is the most common reason for game crashes.

[^9]: You can have it set to <mark style="color:blue;">4x</mark> if you don't encounter any issues with it.

[^10]: For some users, leaving Anti-aliasing enabled can cause strange graphical glitches, like being able to see through buildings. This usually happens because the old DirectX9 engine tries to handle anti-aliasing on modern graphics cards.&#x20;

    To fix this, simply turn off anti-aliasing in the game settings, and if you want anti-aliasing, use your NVIDIA or AMD control panel to apply it for your specific graphics card.


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