how to play magicka (online, LAN and virtual LAN)
1- install skidrow's release
(note: in the end of the installation tick all 3 checkboxes to install everything the game needs to run)
2- install latest update (update 6 as of this moment) and don't use the crack files.
2.a)- if you cracked the game, reinstall the update. if you want to get rid of the crack files, delete skidrow.ini and steamclient.dll
3- in the game directory, create a notepad file. name it "steam_appid.txt". open it and type 73050 and save.
4- log in to steam (i advise you to use an empty account (no original games) as a precaution in case it gets banned)
5- add magicka as a non-steam game
6- launch magicka from steam
7- when in game, go to online multiplayer.
8- double-click on the server you want to join.
8.b)- if you couldn't find the server, ask the host for their IP address. using that address, click on IP-Address (ingame) and type it in.
9- click on any Join button, select your character. then click ready. when everyone's ready the host can start the game.
10- enjoy.
notes:
- game will eventually recieve new updates, so make sure you have the latest one to ensure you can play with other people.
technical notes:
- when using a virutal LAN (tunngle, hamachi, etc.) and your computer is behind a router or a DSL modem make sure you port forward the necessary ports (google them). some games require you to open some ports, so you might just open those too.
- the default port for magicka is 27016