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1. What is The /newstuff Chronicles?
   
   The /newstuff Chronicles is a periodic roundup of new uploads to the /idgames Archive. The archive hosts all types of Doom engine PWADs; it is run by Frans P. de Vries and Ty Halderman of Gamers.org, not Doomworld.



2. How do I get my WAD reviewed in The /newstuff Chronicles?
   
   Upload your WAD to the archives using the following instructions. Additionally, refer to the official rules regarding uploading to the archive. Don't forget to upload your WAD's text file.



3. Before everything else, please note:
   
   
   
   • Proxies will not work.
   • There is a limit of 5 users. BE PATIENT. Do not hammer the server by continually trying to log in. Try accessing it some time around midnight EST (5 AM GMT).
   • ZIP your WAD files, and ALWAYS put the text file describing your WAD INSIDE the ZIP file, as well as uploading it separately.
   • Read the official rules regarding uploading to the archive.



4. Using an FTP client
   
   
   
   1. Load an FTP client (FileZilla or something similar).
   2. Connect to archives.gamers.org. The username is "anonymous", and the password is your email address (i.e. user@host.net).
   3. Once connected, navigate the directory structure to /pub/idgames/incoming/.
   4. Upload your ZIP file, and BE SURE to upload the text file required to accompany it.



5. Using a command line utility (DOS, bash, etc.)
   

   ftp archives.gamers.org
   username:anonymous
   password:(put email here)
   cd /pub/idgames/incoming/
   bin
   put (ZIP file)
   put (text file)
   quit
   




6. What will be rejected?
   
   
   
   • Uploads with long filenames (more than 8 characters).
   • Warez copies of anything.
   • Junk in ZIP files.
   • Uploads with no text file included.
   • Anything NOT related to any Doom engine games (like a modification for Quake 3).
   • Any SLIGE levels.
   • WADs with stolen resources (though these may slip through; if someone complains, the file may be removed).
   • MP3s in WADs, unless it can be verified that the creation is original, and ideally is intended for the specific WAD file.
   • Copyrighted sound clips of Disney, Beavis and Butthead, etc.
   • Unmodified parts of any IWAD.
   • "Demo" WADs that are not playable in their own right (other than editing examples).
   • Modified id Software levels.
   • Trademarked or copyrighted symbols.
   • Files over 50MB in size.
   • Any other questionable things.



7. Where can I upload Demos (LMPs)?
   
   There is no active LMP upload area any more. You can probably find all you want concerning demos at the Doomworld Demos forum, the SDA, and COMPET-N.



8. Where do I get the template for the text file?
   
   Here. Alternately, you can use the /idgames text file generator here.



9. How can I contact the maintainer for info?
   
   E-mail thldrmn@gamers.org; start your subject line with 'DOOM-FTP:'.



10. Who will review my WAD?
    
    The /newstuff reviewers, who else? They do reviews every Sunday, or thereabouts. You can find the reviews on the main page or the Doomworld News forum.



11. Where can I get reports about which files were rejected or accepted?
    
    Rejected and accepted items from the last 7 days.



12. How long will my file remain in /newstuff, and what happens to it afterward?
    
    If your file is accepted, it is placed in /newstuff and remains there for ten days. At the same time, it is also placed in its final location, which varies according to the type of WAD you uploaded. The "accepted" report above will indicate its final destination.



13. Where can I download files?
    
    Use the main download mirror, which is located here. We also recommend using Doomworld's /idgames Archive page, which provides a web-based front-end for WAD rating, reviewing, and downloading.



14. I'm getting the message "archives.gamers.org not found" (or something similar). What's going on?
    
    Chances are that you are behind a proxy server. Ask somebody else you know to upload it for you.



15. Where can I get an FTP client?
    
    Here or here. For Windows, the Filezilla Client is recommended. If you really have no idea what you're doing, look at this tutorial.



16. I'm having problems uploading with Internet Explorer. What should I do?
    
    Internet Explorer is not an ideal option for uploading files via FTP. Find a real FTP client using the links above.



17. I just made a big circular room. Will it be accepted?
    
    Yes, but expect a bad review (if any at all).



18. I made a music WAD. Will it be accepted?
    
    Yes, but NO COPYRIGHTED MP3s. Any MP3 music must specifically be made for YOUR level or project.



19. My WAD uses resources from other games or WADs. Will this be accepted?
    
    Only if you have received the proper permissions. If it is accepted without getting the proper permissions, the owner of those resources will likely be able to get it removed.



20. I'm looking for a WAD on the FTP, but I cannot find it!
    
    Try the /idgames Archive database search.



21. The reviewer was mean. What should I do?
    
    Take their advice and try harder next time.