AboutProject


Generals Online is not just another GameSpy emulator - it's a complete reimagining of multiplayer services for Command & Conquer: Generals - Zero Hour.

Built upon the source code released by Electronic Arts, this community-driven project revitalizes and modernizes the game's multiplayer experience, improving stability, client functionality, and overall service reliability - all while preserving the original gameplay you know and love.


WhatsNew

Last Updated: May 4th 2025

The following enhancements have been made to the original Zero Hour game:
     Making It Easier To Play
    Easy to get working: Port forwarding on routers is no longer required for 99% of networks
    Improved Responsiveness: 60Hz multiplayer logic tick rate, uncapped client framerate
    Higher Connectivity: Utilizing the latest networking technology results in far higher connection success rates
    Easy To Update: The latest version of GeneralsOnline will be automatically downloaded via the in-game updater
    Easy Authentication: Use your Steam, Discord, GeneralsOnline account, or no account at all!

     Stability & Security
    Better Stability: Multiple improvements to game stability & mismatches
    Better Security: Game traffic is encrypted with the latest industry standards

     Quality of Life
    Find Matches Quicker: Lobby lists are now updated automatically
    Host Migration: Lobbies will now migrate when the host leaves during the setup phase
    Removing Frustration: Connectivity checks now take place upon joining a lobby, instead of when the match starts
    Getting to game quicker: Lobby hosts can now force players to ready up


OriginalFunctionality

The development status of original Generals multiplayer functionality is shown below
Last Updated: May 30th 2025

Implemented

  • Play, Join & Host Matches
  • Rooms & Chat
  • Custom Map Support
  • Persona / Profile
  • Player Stats
  • Mod Support
  • Auto-update

In Development

  • Buddy System
  • Quick match / matchmaking
  • Global / Daily Stats

Removed

  • Locale / choose your country



DownloadNow

We are anticipating our first alpha build to be publicly available during June.

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GeneralsOnline – A Modern, re-implementation of Command & Conquer Generals Online.