Playing on one computer in an alliance.

In version 1.0, alliances are only possible on maps where they already exist, and there are very few maps for this version that support alliances. You can only set up alliances manually in the editor, which appears in patch 1.3. But it's better to install versions 1.4 and 1.5.

You can find the patches on the discs of computer magazines or from friends. Alternatively, you can go to an internet cafe, rent a computer for 30 minutes, download everything, and copy it to a CD/USB drive. If you really want to, you'll find a way.

Another option is to purchase the expansion pack, which includes an editor and more maps.