Quick Start Guide
This guide will help you get ACHCE Client running quickly and connect to a protected Halo Custom Edition server.Make sure you’ve completed the installation steps before proceeding with this guide.
Overview
ACHCE Client follows a simple workflow:- Launch the client application
- Wait for initialization and Firebase connection
- The protection overlay activates automatically
- Play Halo Custom Edition on protected servers
- Exit the client when done
Starting ACHCE Client
Launch the Application
Navigate to your ACHCE Client installation directory and run the executable:
The application must be run with standard user permissions. Administrator rights are not required.
Initial Loading Screen
When ACHCE Client launches, you’ll see the loading screen (Form1):During this phase, the client:
- Connects to Firebase Realtime Database
- Retrieves your public IP address
- Generates a random session identifier
- Registers your session in the database
Session Registration
Behind the scenes, ACHCE Client performs automatic session registration:Your session identifier is a random string (4-9 characters) like
"abcdxyz".Protection Overlay Activated
Once initialization completes, the protection overlay (Form2) launches automatically:The overlay window:
- Fills your entire screen
- Stays on top of all other windows (TopMost)
- Blocks access to external cheat tools
The protection overlay is designed to minimize interference with your gaming experience while blocking cheat tools.
Understanding the Protection Overlay
The protection overlay is a key component of ACHCE Client’s anti-cheat system:What the Overlay Does
Fullscreen Coverage
Automatically adjusts to your monitor’s resolution to provide complete screen coverage
TopMost Priority
Maintains highest window priority to prevent external tools from appearing on top
Minimal Intrusion
Designed to be transparent or minimally visible during gameplay
Easy Exit
Click the close button to exit when you’re done playing
Playing with ACHCE Client
Once the protection overlay is active:Launch Halo Custom Edition
With ACHCE Client running, launch Halo Custom Edition normally:
- Use your standard Halo CE shortcut
- Or navigate to your Halo CE installation and run
haloce.exe
Connect to Protected Servers
Join servers that require ACHCE Client:
- Open the multiplayer menu in Halo CE
- Connect to your desired server
- The server will verify your ACHCE Client connection via Firebase
- You’ll be able to join and play normally
Server administrators can check the Firebase database to verify active ACHCE Client sessions.
Closing ACHCE Client
When you’re done playing:Exit Halo Custom Edition
Close the game normally through the in-game menu or by closing the game window.
Common Usage Scenarios
Scenario 1: Quick Gaming Session
Scenario 2: Multiple Server Connections
You can connect to multiple servers during a single ACHCE Client session:- Keep ACHCE Client running
- Connect to Server A, play, then disconnect
- Connect to Server B, play, then disconnect
- Your ACHCE session remains active throughout
- Close ACHCE Client when completely done
Scenario 3: Tournament Play
For competitive or tournament environments:Troubleshooting Quick Start Issues
Application Doesn’t Start
Symptom: Double-clicking the executable does nothing or shows an error. Solutions:Stuck on Loading Screen
Symptom: The loading screen doesn’t progress to the protection overlay. Possible Causes:- Firebase connection failure (check internet connection)
- Incorrect Firebase credentials in configuration
- Firebase database quota exceeded
IP Address Not Detected
Symptom: Error message about IP address detection. Code causing the issue:- Check your firewall settings (allow ACHCE Client to access the internet)
- Verify the ipinfo.io service is accessible from your network
- Ensure no proxy or VPN is blocking the IP detection service
Protection Overlay Covers Everything
Symptom: Can’t access anything while the overlay is active. Expected Behavior: This is intentional! The overlay is designed to block external tools. Workaround:- Launch Halo CE before or after ACHCE Client
- Use Alt+Tab to switch between windows (if implemented)
- Close ACHCE Client temporarily if you need to access other applications
Best Practices
Launch Order
Start ACHCE Client first, then launch Halo Custom Edition for best results
Stable Connection
Ensure stable internet connection before launching to prevent Firebase issues
Close Properly
Always use the close button to exit - this ensures proper database cleanup
Single Instance
Only run one instance of ACHCE Client at a time per machine
Advanced Usage
Verifying Your Session
Server administrators can verify your active session in Firebase:Understanding Session Identifiers
Each time you launch ACHCE Client, a new random identifier is generated:"qwerty", "abcd", "xyzabc", "hello"
Next Steps
Now that you’re familiar with the basics, explore more advanced topics:Configuration
Customize ACHCE Client settings for your environment
Core Concepts
Understand how ACHCE Client protection works
API Reference
Explore the player tracking and Firebase integration
Troubleshooting
Detailed solutions for common issues
Getting Help
If you encounter issues not covered in this guide:Keep ACHCE Client updated to ensure compatibility with the latest anti-cheat measures and bug fixes.