I'm thinking that it would be good to have a manual that comes with the game. I would like to have a go at helping to develop it, considering the slow progress of the manual on the wiki.
The manual I want to make would be a .pdf or .doc or .html document (or whatever) with images that is installed along with the game, and probably copied to the wiki. I don't know everything, so other contributors can supply chunks of information and I will proofread/edit, compile it and fill in the rest.
I've taken a few ideas from the wiki already and come up with a general layout for the manual:
Welcome message / introductionSystem RequirementsProgram Installation and Executon- Windows
- Linux
- Mac
- Legacy Version
User Interface- Game Menus
- Head-up Display
The Basics- Game Types
- Movement
- Weapons
- Item Pick-ups
- Map Objects and Events
- Medals
- Bots
Setup and Configuration- Player Setup
- System
- Controls
- Game Options
Single Player CampaignMultiplayer- Starting or Joining a LAN Game
- Joining an Online Game (+ info on favourites list)
- Filters
Game Strategies and Tactics- Strategies and Tactics
- Advanced Movement
Advanced Features- Console Commands
- Performance Tweaks
- Running a Dedicated Server
FAQ / Troubleshooting It's not a comprehensive list - especially the last few categories - but I plan to start near the top and work down through each topic that way. I also think each topic should have its own introduction.
I can post updates here periodically for feedback and scrutiny and with any luck it'll get done efficiently
fromhell, just say the word and I'll get started on it.