Jump to content
  • Frequently Asked Questions, Guidelines, Tutorials

    Frequently Asked Questions, Guidelines, Tutorials


    1. Who & What is BigD Gaming?

      Welcome to BigD Gaming, an ever-growing online gaming community where players connect, compete, and enjoy some of the best gaming experiences available. Founded in 2006 by Dale, BigD Gaming began with a simple goal: to provide Australian gamers with a premium, lag-free server experience. Today, BigD Gaming has evolved into one of the most respected names in the Australian online gaming scene, hosting high-quality game servers and fostering a vibrant, social community that spans multiple genres.

      The name "BigD" comes directly from our founder, Dale, who envisioned a community as expansive and welcoming as the name itself. From our early days hosting Project Reality for Battlefield 2, to becoming a hub for a variety of teamwork-focused games, BigD Gaming has grown alongside the changing landscape of online multiplayer gaming.

       

      Our History

      BigD Gaming's journey began in 2006, when Dale, a passionate gamer, noticed a gap in the Australian gaming market—there were no local servers for the popular Project Reality modification for Battlefield 2. Determined to provide Australian players with a high-performance, lag-free experience, Dale launched BigD Gaming’s very first server dedicated to Project Reality. This server quickly attracted players from across Australia, and it was the beginning of what would become a thriving community.

      As Project Reality grew in popularity, BigD Gaming expanded its offerings, hosting more servers and welcoming more players. But the biggest shift came in 2015, when SQUAD, the spiritual successor to Project Reality, was released. BigD Gaming embraced SQUAD early on, quickly establishing itself as the go-to server provider for Australian players. The game’s emphasis on teamwork, strategy, and large-scale battles aligned perfectly with BigD’s core values, and the community grew substantially in the years that followed.

      Around this time, Discord became an essential tool for fostering deeper community engagement. BigD Gaming’s Discord server quickly became a hub for communication, coordination, and socializing. Players could easily find teammates, share tips, and discuss everything from game strategies to the latest gaming news. The accessibility and user-friendly nature of Discord allowed BigD Gaming to connect with an even larger audience, creating an inclusive space for players from all walks of life.

      With the rise of additional teamwork-focused games such as Hell Let Loose, ARMA, and others, BigD Gaming expanded its server offerings to accommodate these titles. These games, with their emphasis on tactical gameplay and collaboration, were a perfect fit for BigD's community, which had always valued cooperation and team-based play. As a result, BigD Gaming saw its community flourish even further, hosting servers for these titles and becoming a central hub for Australian players seeking teamwork-focused FPS experiences.

       

      Why Choose BigD Gaming?

      • Pioneers in Teamwork-Focused Gaming: From our early days with Project Reality to our continued support for SQUAD, Hell Let Loose, ARMA, and more, we’ve always focused on providing the best servers for games that emphasize cooperation, communication, and strategy.
      • Active Community: At BigD Gaming, you're more than just a player—you're part of a dynamic and engaged community. Our Discord server is a hub for connecting with like-minded gamers, organizing events, and staying updated on everything happening within our community.
      • Diverse Game Servers: Whether you're leading a squad in SQUAD, coordinating large-scale battles in Hell Let Loose, or strategizing in ARK: Survival Evolved, we host a wide variety of game servers to suit all types of players.
      • Quality Experience: We prioritize high-performance servers to ensure smooth and enjoyable gameplay with minimal lag. Whether you're playing in Australia or anywhere in the world, we provide the best server experience possible.
      • Events and Tournaments: BigD Gaming regularly hosts community events, tournaments, and in-game activities that allow players to compete, win prizes, and have fun.
      • Safe and Respectful Environment: We are committed to providing a positive, inclusive, and respectful space for players of all backgrounds. BigD Gaming is a place where everyone can feel comfortable, whether you’re a casual player or a competitive gamer.

       

      Join Us Today!

      BigD Gaming is more than just a collection of servers—it’s a community of passionate gamers who value teamwork, camaraderie, and great gameplay. From our roots in Project Reality to our ongoing support for SQUAD, Hell Let Loose, ARMA, and other teamwork-driven FPS games, BigD Gaming is where players come to connect, compete, and be part of something bigger.

      Join us today and experience the difference that a strong community and quality gaming experience can make.

    2. BigD Guidelines

      BigD Guidelines

      When playing on BigD servers, you have agreed to follow the rules set out on the BigD website. We expect all players to stick to a general set of basic decency guidelines.

      Teamwork, Maturity and Fairplay have been the foundations of BigD since the start. This Code of Conduct is based around those Principals. 

      1 - Advertising in any form for clans, communities, websites, or any other individual/group is forbidden without the approval of a Community Manager.

      2 - Any discussion of bans or rules in-game is considered poor etiquette. We encourage users to join us on Discord or the Support Forums in order to resolve all grievances.

      3 - Impersonation of any BigD Admins, Managers, Moderators, Clan Members, or other affiliated individuals and groups is forbidden.

      4 - Gamertags must not have profanity, racism, slander or any words/phrases that may be seen as offensive. This includes abbreviations and replacing letters of an offensive word with symbols/numerals.

      5 - Excessive/targeted profanity in VoIP and text chat is not allowed. 

      6 - Griefing, Spamming, Exploiting, Cheating, Racism, Sexism, Doxing, Hate Speech and Harassment are not tolerated on our servers.

      7 - Do not spam the !admin ping, if you do need to ping an admin, ensure you also include the reason within your !admin ping.

      8 - When streaming any BigD hosted games, it is recommended that you run a map overlay or delay.
           8.1 - Stream sniping is considered an exploit of the game and will be punished as such.

      9 - BigD is an inclusive place to everyone all over the world, from different origins, backgrounds, religions, ideologies and orientations, so at all times, players are expected to act with integrity and treat each other with respect. This is just a game and we encourage teamwork, communication, to play fair, encourage each other, teach new players and to just have fun with it.

      10 - Intentional team killing is not tolerated. Accidents can happen, so ensure you apologize in all chat.

      11 - Meta Gaming: This is when a player is using outside knowledge, tactics or exploits in order to gain an unfair advantage over other players and/or the game itself. e.g stream sniping, screen sharing or gaining knowledge from the opposite team.

      12 - If situations arise that cannot be resolved by the written rules or grey areas arise, admins reserve the right to make decisions in order to protect server health and player experience.

      BigD servers are a place where all players can come to game, let out steam, relax, have fun and compete, without the fear of harassment or being in a toxic online environment. 
      This code of conduct is supported by the Anti-Harassment Guideline; Discord Guidelines and Individual Game Server Rules. 

    3. How To: Link Discord, Steam, Windows, EoS

      Discord Role Synce

      1. Link your discord profile in your Website Account Settings
      2. Join the BigD Discord: discord.gg/bigd
      3. Discord Role will auto apply within 30 Minutes.

       

      Steam Profile

      1. Link your steam profile in your Website Account Settings
      2. Queue skip is auto added to our SQUAD, Hell Let Loose & Squad44 game servers within One-Two Hour/s.

       

      Windows ID (Hell Let Loose only)

      1. You will need to find your EoS ID on the In-game Options Menu page.
      2. Navigate to your Website Account Settings, then click on Edit Profile
      3. Type in your EoS ID you located in game to the blank box & save profile
      4. Queue skip is auto added to our Hell Let Loose Servers within One-Two Hour/s.

       

      EoS ID (Hell Let Loose only)

      1. You will need to find your EoS ID on the In-game Options Menu page.
      2. Navigate to your Website Account Settings, then click on Edit Profile
      3. Type in your EoS ID you located in game to the blank box & save profile
      4. Queue skip is auto added to our Hell Let Loose Servers within One-Two Hour/s.
    4. Privacy Policy

      At BigD.com.au, we are committed to protecting the privacy and security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and disclose your information when you visit our website or interact with our services. By using BigD.com.au, you consent to the practices described in this policy.

       

      1. Information We Collect:

      We may collect the following types of information:

      • Personal Information: When you register an account, make a purchase, or contact us, we may collect personal information such as your name, email address, phone number, and postal address.
      • Usage Information: We gather information about how you interact with our website, including your IP address, browser type, device information, and pages visited.
      • Cookies: We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience and analyze website traffic. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings.

      2. How We Use Your Information:

      We use the information we collect for various purposes, including to:

      • Provide and personalize our services to meet your needs.
      • Process transactions and fulfill orders.
      • Communicate with you about your account, orders, and promotions.
      • Improve our website functionality and user experience.
      • Analyze trends and track website performance.
      • Comply with legal obligations and prevent fraud.

      3. Data Sharing and Disclosure:

      We may share your information with third parties in the following circumstances:

      • Service Providers: We may engage third-party service providers to assist with website maintenance, payment processing, shipping, and other business operations.
      • Legal Compliance: We may disclose information when required by law or in response to lawful requests from government authorities.
      • Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred to a new entity.

      4. Data Security:

      We implement appropriate security measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

      5. Your Privacy Choices:

      You have the right to access, update, or delete your personal information stored on our website. You can also opt-out of receiving promotional communications from us by following the unsubscribe instructions included in the emails.

      6. Children's Privacy:

      Our website is not intended for children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from minors. If you believe that a child has provided us with their information, please contact us immediately.

      7. Changes to This Policy:

      We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of any significant updates by posting a prominent notice on our website.

      8. Contact Us:

      If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please us the contact us link at the bottom of the website.

      This Privacy Policy was last updated on 20/02/2024.

×
×
  • Create New...

Important Information

By clicking 'I accept' you agree to our community Guidelines + Terms of Use + Privacy Policy