Quick start
The short version, for people who just want to play. Each step links to its full guide, so if something goes wrong, open that one.
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Install the game Full guide
Download the Standard Edition v1.01 (3.24 GB), extract it and run
setup.exe. Use this serial key:E6HH-DWUG-U8X1-R8F0-1911Skip BattleCammo, GameSpy Comrade, the EA registration and PunkBuster. Don’t launch the game yet.
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Update to v1.51 Full guide
Run the v1.51 Full Installer (2.3 GB). Windows may warn you. Click More info → Run anyway.
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Install BF2142 Hub Full guide
Download and install BF2142 Hub 2 (1.2 MB).
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Get online with OpenSpy Full guide
Run the Hub as administrator. On the Help tab, check GamePath, pick OpenSpy under Redirects* and click Install. All four ticks should turn green.
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Get the map pack (optional) Full guide
Only needed for the Reclamation servers. Download the Reclamation Map Pack (5.88 GB) and install it with the Hub’s MapPack Installer *.
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Create your account Full guide
Launch the game from the Hub, click CREATE NEW ACCOUNT and create a soldier. Then set your resolution under OPTIONS → VIDEO and turn ANTI-ALIASING off.
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Done. See you on the battlefield!
What’s next?
Section titled “What’s next?”- Play Singleplayer, Play Multiplayer or Host a server
- Want a modern makeover? Install Project Remaster
- Stuck? Check Troubleshoot or ask us on Discord