MegaMek

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MegaMek

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[url=\"http://megamek.sourceforge.net/idx.php?pg=main\"]MegaMek[/url] is an unofficial, online version of the Classic BattleTech board game.

Currently, nearly all level 1 BattleTech rules and technology are working. Work is progressing on level 2 rules and technology, and most of those are functional at this point. Even some level 3 rules have been added.

MegaMek is open source, free software. It is licenced under the GPL.


Features

MegaMek is programmed in Java and will run on any system with a compatible Java Virtual Machine. It has been tested on Windows, Linux and MacOS X.

Current features include:

* Network or hotseat play for 2 or more players
* A cunning AI opponent for offline play
* All level 1 (3025) tech
* Most level 2 (2750, 3050+) tech
* Compatible with all 3025 mechs and many from later eras
* Most level 1 rules implemented
* Many level 2 rules implemented, including vehicles, infantry and fire
* Map board selection and editing
* Map boards based off official map packs included
* Mech selection and support for some mech editors
* Most official mech designs included
* Color graphics
* Lasers
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[color=\"#41211C\"]It takes years to build up trust and only seconds to destroy it

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