How to join your server
Introduction
The Ace of Spades (aka Build and Shoot) game has existed since ~2011, 2012. Since this time, many open-source clients have come out allowing you to enjoy the game how you want to without compromising on fair multiplayer gameplay. The game is a first-person shooter with a block-building element allowing you to build bunkers, tunnels or enjoy destructive terrain in all out warfare.
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Prerequisites / Disclaimers
Ace of Spades is a free PC game, do not purchase or pay for any copy of the game if you’re asked!
Grabbing a supported client
The AOS/BaS client comes in many forms.
Delta Networks recommends the following clients; all are fully compatible with each other.
Client | Download | Comment |
|---|---|---|
OpenSpades | OpenSpades is a clone of Ace of Spades 0.75, which is a free online first-person shooter created by Ben Aksoy, featuring fully destructible terrain and plenty of game modes (including the well-known Capture the Flag) created by the community. | |
IV of Spades | VierEck’s custom OpenSpades client adds a powerful built-in map editor, automatic demo recording with full replay controls, and a range of gameplay and UI improvements. It features new animations, physics effects, customizable crosshairs, improved chat and kill-feed, and performance options making it both a creative tool and an enhanced way to play OpenSpades. | |
ButterSpades | ButterSpades is a fork which aims to improve the overall UI and feel of BetterSpades. |
In-game Screenshots
OpenSpades

https://openspades.yvt.jp/

https://openspades.yvt.jp/
IV of Spades

https://aloha.pk/t/iv-of-spades/23639

https://aloha.pk/t/iv-of-spades/23639
ButterSpades

https://github.com/utf-4096/butterspades/tree/standalone

https://github.com/utf-4096/butterspades/tree/standalone
Purpose
This page will show you the different clients you may wish to use. In this article, we will be choosing OpenSpades client and showing you how to join your own server.
Procedure
This example will use the OpenSpades client, however the procedure should be mostly the same for other clients.
Download the OpenSpades client
Open the game → Configure the settings to your preference
Once you’re happy close the game
Open our Game Panel and Start your server
Confirm your server is ON

Console output
Open the game again to the server browser
You should see your server in the Master Server list

Server list example
Double-click your server to join it

The loading screen
Select your team and weapon class!

Spawn screen
Enjoy! ⭐

Screenshot in-game with bots
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