Now that you have a thorough understanding of what Warp Pipe is and how to use it, it's time to find an opponent. The Warp Pipe Game Finder serves as an official, yet temporary, solution to finding an opponent until we launch our full featured 0.4 version with chat, instant messaging, buddy list, and opponent match making abilities. When using the Warp Pipe Game Finder, you must already have a pre-existing Warp Pipe Forum member account. If you do not have a Warp Pipe Forum account, please register for one now.

When logging in, you will see three tabs, Buddy List, Preferences, and Edit List.

This tab will display your list of contacts you have added while challenging and meeting people in the global contact list on the main page of the Warp Pipe Game Finder. Along with their username, availability, and IM contact info.

One of the first things you want to do while logging into the Game Finder for the first time is editing your profile and update it with your current Instant Messaging contact information. This will enable others to contact you while you are looking for a game. You will also want to update your available game list which will allow others with the same games to notice your available game library and contact you to request a match.

Clicking this tab will enable you to manage your buddy list by adding and removing contacts.

• Always set your status accordingly. If you are in a game, set your status to "In Game" and if you are away, set it to "Away". This will save other people time when looking for opponents.
• Only list the Instant Messenger applications that you are currently running when you are available and make sure you are signed on so people can contact you.
• Since ping determines game speed, the best (however not scientific) method to keep optimal game speed is to look for opponents closest to you. Our next version (0.4) will automatically ping everyone in your contact list and everyone in the same chat room so you will have a much more reliable indication of potential game speed at that time.