How to install War Thunder on a Chromebook

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Today, we're exploring how to install War Thunder on a Chromebook. This guide will walk you through the process step-by-step, complementing our video tutorial. We'll provide detailed explanations and the necessary commands to get you up and running with this popular combat flight simulator game.

Compatibility Notice

Before we begin, it's important to note that this tutorial is specifically for Chromebooks with Intel or AMD CPUs that support Linux Apps. Unfortunately, this method won't work on Chromebooks with ARM64 architecture CPUs. If you're unsure about your Chromebook's specifications, you can check in the device settings or consult the manufacturer's website.

Video Tutorial

Step-by-Step Installation Guide

Follow these steps carefully to install War Thunder on your Chromebook:

1. Enable Linux Apps

First, we need to enable Linux apps on your Chromebook if you haven't already:

  1. Go to your Chromebook's Settings
  2. Click on the "Advanced" section
  3. Select "Developers"
  4. Turn on the "Linux development environment" option

2. Open Terminal

Once Linux is set up, open the Terminal app from your app menu.

3. Run Installation Commands

Copy and paste each of the following commands into your terminal, pressing Enter after each one:

1) sudo apt update
2) sudo apt install flatpak
3) sudo flatpak remote-add --if-not-exists flathub https://flathub.org/repo/flathub.flatpakrepo
4) sudo flatpak install flathub net.gaijin.WarThunder
5) sudo chown root:root /usr/bin/bwrap && sudo chmod u+s /usr/bin/bwrap

Let's break down what each command does:

  • Command 1 updates your system's package list
  • Command 2 installs Flatpak, a utility for software deployment and package management
  • Command 3 adds the Flathub repository, which hosts many Linux applications
  • Command 4 installs War Thunder from the Flathub repository
  • Command 5 sets the necessary permissions for the game to run correctly

Launching War Thunder

After successful installation, you can launch War Thunder from your app menu. The first launch might take a bit longer as it sets up the game environment.

Troubleshooting Tips

If you encounter any issues during installation or while running the game:

  • Ensure your Chromebook's software is up to date
  • Check that you have sufficient storage space available
  • Restart your Chromebook and try the installation process again
  • If problems persist, consider checking the War Thunder forums for Chromebook-specific issues

About War Thunder

War Thunder is a free-to-play, cross-platform combat game featuring aircraft, ground forces, and naval vessels from the early 20th century to the modern era. It offers a unique blend of strategy and action, making it a popular choice among gaming enthusiasts.

For more information about War Thunder, visit the official War Thunder website.

Additional Resources

To further enhance your Chromebook gaming experience, check out these resources:

We hope this guide helps you get War Thunder up and running on your Chromebook. Happy gaming!

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