======X-Wing Vs TIE Fighter installation and setup for online play======

In order to play [[:x-wing-vs-tie|X-Wing Vs. TIE Fighter]] online, you need to consider the following steps.

  - [[:tech:install|Install the game]] - Copy the game files
  - [[:tech:patch|Apply patches]] - Get necessary updates, files etc.
  - [[:tech:ports|Networking]] - Port forwarding and firewalls
  - [[:lobby|Set up Voobly]] - Enter the online gaming lobby to find opponents

====== Apply patch ======
After installing the game you need to apply at least the 

  * official [[:download:patch|X-Wing Vs TIE Fighter 1.14 patch]]\\ which changes your z_xvt__.exe to Version 1.1. 

If your game already works for online play, consider getting the
  * [[:download#Custom Melee|Melee patch]] 
You will need that to be able to play 1v1v1's 3v3's etc. This is called the melee patch or 10in1 melee.