How to Get Started with Ore Infinium

Are you ready to dive into the vast universe of Ore Infinium? This open-source, multiplayer, Terraria-inspired sci-fi game written in Kotlin invites you to gather resources, manage energy, and survive in a rich, multiplayer environment. In this blog, we’ll walk you through the setup and provide useful troubleshooting tips to get you on your way!

Prerequisites

Before you jump into the world of Ore Infinium, ensure you have the following requirements fulfilled:

• Java: You will need Java 8 (JRE 1.8) installed.
• OpenGL: Ensure OpenGL version 3.0 or higher is supported by your machine. Don’t worry, most integrated GPUs from recent years should meet this requirement.

Downloading and Running Ore Infinium

Once you have met the prerequisites, it’s time to download and run Ore Infinium:

• Visit the GitHub releases page to download the runnable JAR file.
• Execute the JAR file by double-clicking it or using the command line:

java -jar path/to/jar

Setting Up Your Development Environment

If you’re interested in diving into development, follow these steps:

• Clone the repository with its submodules:

git clone --recursive repository_url

• If you’ve previously cloned it without the submodule, don’t fret! You can update the submodule with:

git submodule update --init --recursive

• To build the project, run the following command in the terminal:

./gradlew desktop:build

• To create an executable JAR, use this command:

./gradlew desktop:dist

Understanding the Code with an Analogy

Think of Ore Infinium’s code like a large kitchen preparing a feast. Each chef (module) has a specific role—some handle the ingredients (resources), while others manage the cooking processes (energy systems). Now, when a generator (like a stove) is turned on, it should ensure there is enough fuel (energy) to maintain the cooking without burning the food (overconsumption). The chefs constantly communicate (networking through KryoNet) to ensure everything is in sync and up to speed without wasting too much time on unnecessary tasks (packet optimization).

Just like in a real kitchen, teamwork is essential. Each module must do its job efficiently while balancing the needs of the others to create a successful dish—your gaming experience in Ore Infinium!

Troubleshooting Tips

If you encounter issues while setting up or running the game, here are some troubleshooting ideas:

• Ensure that you have Java 8 installed correctly.
• Check that OpenGL is supported by your graphics drivers.
• For development, remember to enable assertions by adding -ea in the VM options.
• Ensure your working directory is set to the assets directory when building or running the game.
• If you’re experiencing lag, it could be due to inefficient packet sending, which may require optimization in the source code.

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