FAQ

What do I need to start developing a multiplayer game?

Just download the Nonoba Multiplayer API from our download section. You may also wish to read the documentation here.

What languages can I use for the Flash part of my multiplayer game?

We only support ActionScript 3.

What languages can I use for the server part of my multiplayer game?

You can use any language than can compile to a .Net 2.0 Common Language Runtime DLL, i.e. C#, VB.Net, Managed C++, JScript.Net, etc. We strongly recommend that you use C# 2.0.

Do I need to know anything about server programming and TCP/IP sockets to make my multiplayer game?

No. The Multiplayer API takes care of all of that for you, you only have to concentrate on the game logic on the server.

Where can I get a development environment for .Net?

We recommend Microsoft Visual Studio. You can download the free version called Visual Studio Express here.

What do I need to run the local development server?

The development server requires Microsoft Windows and Microsoft .Net Framework 2.0.

Where can I download Microsoft .Net Framework 2.0?

You can download the installation package here.

I'm not running Microsoft Windows, does that mean I won't be able to develop multiplayer games for Nonoba?

We are working on getting our development server running under Mono which means it will be available for all major platforms in the future.

Can I embed my multiplayer game on other sites?

Yes, of course you can!

Can I upload my multiplayer game to other sites?

Yes, of course you can, as long as you upload the wrapped version we provide on your game page. The wrapper is required for us to pass in information about where to connect etc.

Can I put ads in my multiplayer game?

Yes, you can put whatever ads you want in your game.

So, what does it cost to get my multiplayer game hosted on Nonoba?

Using our Multiplayer API and our Nonoba Game Server is completely free.

Wait, I don't need to rent a server or something?

Absolutely not. You only need to upload your Flash game files and your server game files and it will be automatically distributed to our entire Nonoba Game Server cluster.

Ok, what if my game gets hugely popular and needs more server capacity?

Don't worry about it, new instances of your game will automatically be assigned to available Nonoba Game Servers within our cluster, and we will ensure that there is enough capacity in our cluster to service all games.

This sounds too good to be true! Are you sure it's free?

Yes, making games with the Nonoba Multiplayer API and uploading them to Nonoba is completely free.

Is it possible to use the Nonoba Multiplayer API commercially, and without the Nonoba logo?

We're working on putting together such an offer, and would like to hear your requirements. Please contact us via our about pages