1 # This is not xml actually, but it looks and behaves like it.

     2 # Including an xml library would need too much resources.

     3 # Tips between the platform specific tags are shown only on those platforms.

     4 # Do not escape characters or use the CDATA tag.

     5 <tips>

     6     <tip>Simply pick the same color as a friend to play together as a team. Each of you will still control his or her own hedgehogs but they'll win or lose together.</tip>

     7     <tip>Some weapons might do only low damage but they can be a lot more devastating in the right situation. Try to use the Desert Eagle to knock multiple hedgehogs into the water.</tip>

     8     <tip>If you're unsure what to do and don't want to waste ammo, skip one round. But don't let too much time pass as there will be Sudden Death!</tip>

     9     <tip>Want to save ropes? Release the rope in mid air and then shoot again. As long as you don't touch the ground you'll reuse your rope without wasting ammo!</tip>

    10     <tip>If you'd like to keep others from using your preferred nickname on the official server, register an account at http://www.hedgewars.org/.</tip>

    11     <tip>You're bored of default gameplay? Try one of the missions - they'll offer different gameplay depending on the one you picked.</tip>

    12     <tip>By default the game will always record the last game played as a demo. Select 'Local Game' and pick the 'Demos' button on the lower right corner to play or manage them.</tip>

    13     <tip>Hedgewars is Open Source and Freeware we create in our spare time. If you've got problems, ask on our forums but please don't expect 24/7 support!</tip>

    14     <tip>Hedgewars is Open Source and Freeware we create in our spare time. If you like it, help us with a small donation or contribute your own work!</tip>

    15     <tip>Hedgewars is Open Source and Freeware we create in our spare time. Share it with your family and friends as you like!</tip>

    16     <tip>Hedgewars is Open Source and Freeware we create in our spare time. If someone sold you the game, you should try get a refund!</tip>

    17     <tip>From time to time there will be official tournaments. Upcoming events will be announced at http://www.hedgewars.org/ some days in advance.</tip>

    18     <tip>Hedgewars is available in many languages. If the translation in your language seems to be missing or outdated, feel free to contact us!</tip>

    19     <tip>Hedgewars can be run on lots of different operating systems including Microsoft Windows, Mac OS X and Linux.</tip>

    20     <tip>Always remember you're able to set up your own games in local and network/online play. You're not restricted to the 'Simple Game' option.</tip>

    21     <tip>Connect one or more gamepads before starting the game to be able to assign their controls to your teams.</tip>

    22     <tip>Create an account on <a href="http://www.hedgewars.org/">http://www.hedgewars.org/</a> to keep others from using your most favourite nickname while playing on the official server.</tip>

    23     <tip>While playing you should give yourself a short break at least once an hour.</tip>

    24     <tip>If your graphics card isn't able to provide hardware accelerated OpenGL, try to enable the low quality mode to improve performance.</tip>

    25     <tip>If your graphics card isn't able to provide hardware accelerated OpenGL, try to update the associated drivers.</tip>

    26     <tip>We're open to suggestions and constructive feedback. If you don't like something or got a great idea, let us know!</tip>

    27     <tip>Especially while playing online be polite and always remember there might be some minors playing with or against you as well!</tip>

    28     <tip>Special game modes such as 'Vampirism' or 'Karma' allow you to develop completely new tactics. Try them in a custom game!</tip>

    29     <tip>The Windows version of Hedgewars supports Xfire. Make sure to add Hedgewars to its game list so your friends can see you playing.</tip>

    30     <tip>You should never install Hedgewars on computers you don't own (school, university, work, etc.). Please ask the responsible person instead!</tip>

    31     <tip>Hedgewars can be perfect for short games during breaks. Just ensure you don't add too many hedgehogs or use an huge map. Reducing time and health might help as well.</tip>

    32     <tip>No hedgehogs were harmed in making this game.</tip>

    33     <tip>There are three different jumps available. Tap [high jump] twice to do a very high/backwards jump.</tip>

    34     <tip>Afraid of falling off a cliff? Hold down [precise] to turn [left] or [right] without actually moving.</tip>

    35     <tip>Some weapons require special strategies or just lots of training, so don't give up on a particular tool if you miss an enemy once.</tip>

    36     <tip>Most weapons won't work once they touch the water. The Homing Bee as well as the Cake are exceptions to this.</tip>

    37     <tip>The Old Limbuger only causes a small explosion. However the wind affected smelly cloud can poison lots of hogs at once.</tip>

    38     <tip>The Piano Strike is the most damaging air strike. You'll lose the hedgehog performing it, so there's a huge downside as well.</tip>

    39     <tip>The Homing Bee can be tricky to use. Its turn radius depends on its velocity, so try to not use full power.</tip>

    40     <tip>Sticky Mines are a perfect tool to create small chain reactions knocking enemy hedgehogs into dire situations ... or water.</tip>

    41     <tip>The Hammer is most effective when used on bridges or girders. Hit hogs will just break through the ground.</tip>

    42     <tip>If you're stuck behind an enemy hedgehog, use the Hammer to free yourself without getting damaged by an explosion.</tip>

    43     <tip>The Cake's maximum walking distance depends on the ground it has to pass. Use [attack] to detonate it early.</tip>

    44     <tip>The Flame Thrower is a weapon but it can be used for tunnel digging as well.</tip>

    45     <tip>Use the Molotov or Flame Thrower to temporary keep hedgehogs from passing terrain such as tunnels or platforms.</tip>

    46     <tip>Want to know who's behind the game? Click on the Hedgewars logo in the main menu to see the credits.</tip>

    47     <tip>Like Hedgewars? Become a fan on <a href="http://www.facebook.com/Hedgewars">Facebook</a> or follow us on <a href="http://twitter.com/hedgewars">Twitter</a></tip>

    48     <tip>Feel free to draw your own graves, hats, flags or even maps and themes! But note that you'll have to share them somewhere to use them online.</tip>

    49     <tip>Keep your video card drivers up to date to avoid issues playing the game.</tip>

    50     <tip>You're able to associate Hedgewars related files (savegames and demo recordings) with the game to launch them right from your favorite file or internet browser.</tip>

    51     <windows-only>

    52         <tip>You can find your Hedgewars configuration files under "My Documents\Hedgewars". Create backups or take the files with you, but don't edit them by hand.</tip>

    53     </windows-only>

    54     <mac-only>

    55         <tip>You can find your Hedgewars configuration files under "Library/Application Support/Hedgewars" in your home directory. Create backups or take the files with you, but don't edit them by hand.</tip>

    56     </mac-only>

    57     <linux-only>

    58         <tip>lintip</tip>

    59         <tip>You can find your Hedgewars configuration files under ".hedgewars" in your home directory. Create backups or take the files with you, but don't edit them by hand.</tip>

    60     </linux-only>

    61 </tips>