gzArchipelago Setup

This is a quick reference document; the full documentation can be found here, including the setup and play instructions and the supported WAD list.

Required Software

• gzArchipelago
  • Hosts only need the apworld (and nothing else on this list)
  • Players need the gzArchipelago.pk3 as well
  • It is important that the pk3 version matches the apworld version.
• gzDoom
• A copy of Doom 1/2 or Heretic depending on what WAD you want to play
  • These links are to the GOG version, but any version will work as long as it includes doom.wad, doom2.wad, or heretic.wad
  • You can also use FreeDoom to play Doom 1/2 WADs (or themselves)
• A launcher like DoomRunner is optional but highly recommended
• If you want to play a WAD that isn't one of the base games, you will also need that WAD

Quick Setup

• Install the apworld
• Add the pk3 to your load order wherever
• Generate the game as normal
• MultiworldGG will emit another pk3; add it to your load order at the end
  • i.e. your load order should include both gzArchipelago.pk3 and AP_1234_whoever.wadname.pk3, in that order
• Singleplayer: just start the game and play
• Multiplayer: start GZDoom Client from the Archipelago launcher; it will tell you what options to launch the game with

Randomizer behaviour

Item pool

Weapons, keys, powerups, and backpacks are replaced with checks and added to the item pool. The pool also contains an access code for each level and a computer map for each level.

Level unlocks, keys, and weapons are considered progression items. Maps are useful items. Everything else is filler.

Win condition

You win by beating every level. Note that a level might not be completable as soon as it's unlocked -- the logic may expect you to duck into it, grab a few checks, and then come back and finish it later.