Multiplayer
Players online either play in custom team battles or on official/player-created maps. A maximum of 12 players is allowed to join a single game, but only a maximum of 8 players is allowed to actually play. A fast computer with a fast Internet connection is greatly recommended for a smooth gameplay experience online. Additionally, players online can observe games, save multiplayer films, host rooms and games, and make friends and add them to their buddy lists.
There is a simple ranking system for Axis & Allies multiplayer gameplay, based on the number of games played:
- 0 games - No rank
- 1-49 games - Rank of Lieutenant
- 50-249 games - Rank of Captain
- 250-499 games - Rank of Major
- 500-999 games - Rank of Colonel
- 1000+ games - Rank of General
Player statistics are recorded and shown in their profiles.
Many online players use more strategic and tactical levels of gameplay than those used only in singleplayer against the AI. Online gameplay can be played through a local area network (LAN) connection or through the Internet. Online gameplay requires an account to be made via GameSpy. Online play is supported by GameSpy.
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