Q43. How do I start a network game?
A43. Start CM4, Click the Game Settings button (or Game Options on the left hand side, and then Game Settings). At the bottom of this screen you have "Server Settings". Click the "Run as Server" box, and give your server the name of your choice. It’s a good idea to change it from the default!
Now click confirm. Now you should start a new game, or load your game. People should now be able to see and join your game!
Please be aware that both you as the server, and people joining as clients need the following ports open on any routers or firewalls in your way, 9091 (udp) and 9092 (9092 (tcp).
Q44. How do I join a network game?
A44. Open Cm4, click on the "Join Network Game" button! In there the game name you want should be listed on the list of games, if it is not click "Join Other" on the top right of the screen, and a box comes up, put in the IP address of the game in there!
Please be aware that you will need the following ports open on any routers or firewalls in your way, 9091 (udp) and 9092 (9092 (tcp).