How to install Miku Miku World on a Chromebook

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In this guide, we'll walk you through the process of installing Miku Miku World on your Chromebook. Miku Miku World is a popular application for Vocaloid fans, allowing users to create and view 3D animations featuring Hatsune Miku and other Vocaloid characters. This tutorial is designed to complement our video guide, providing detailed written instructions for each step.

System Requirements

Before we begin, it's important to note that this tutorial is specifically for Chromebooks with an Intel or AMD CPU that support Linux Apps. Unfortunately, this method won't work on Chromebooks with an ARM64 architecture CPU. If you're unsure about your Chromebook's specifications, you can check our list of all Chromebooks with Linux Apps (Crostini) support.

Step-by-Step Installation Guide

Follow these steps carefully to install Miku Miku World on your Chromebook:

1. Enable Linux Apps

First, we need to enable Linux apps on your Chromebook. Here's how:

  • Go to your Chromebook's Settings
  • Click on the "Advanced" section
  • Select "Developers"
  • 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. These commands will set up Wine, which allows you to run Windows applications on Linux.

sudo dpkg --add-architecture i386
wget -nc https://dl.winehq.org/wine-builds/winehq.key && sudo apt-key add winehq.key
echo "deb https://dl.winehq.org/wine-builds/debian/ bookworm main" | sudo tee /etc/apt/sources.list.d/wine_chrome_os_made_simple.list
sudo apt update
sudo apt install --install-recommends winehq-stable winbind
winecfg
wget https://github.com/crash5band/MikuMikuWorld/releases/download/v3.2.2/MikuMikuWorld.zip
unzip MikuMikuWorld.zip

4. Launch Miku Miku World

To launch the application, use this command in the terminal:

wine MikuMikuWorld/MikuMikuWorld.exe

Note: You may need to press the full screen button on your keyboard at the right moment for the application to launch successfully. It might take a few attempts to get the timing right.

Additional Information

Miku Miku World is a powerful tool for Vocaloid enthusiasts. It allows you to create, view, and edit 3D animations featuring Vocaloid characters. While it may take some time to master, it opens up a world of creative possibilities for fans of Hatsune Miku and other Vocaloids.

Remember, any content you create or save will be stored in your Linux files section in your Chromebook's file manager. This keeps your Miku Miku World projects separate from your main Chromebook files, helping you stay organized.

Troubleshooting Tips

If you encounter any issues during the installation or while using Miku Miku World, here are a few things to try:

  • Make sure your Chromebook's software is up to date
  • Restart your Chromebook and try the installation process again
  • Check that you have enough free space in your Linux environment
  • If the application doesn't launch, try running the wine command multiple times

If you're still having trouble, don't hesitate to reach out to us via a YouTube comment on our tutorial video. We're here to help!

Useful Resources

Google Doc used in the tutorial

Official Miku Miku World Site:
https://github.com/crash5band/MikuMikuWorld

About Wine:
https://www.winehq.org/

For more information about Chromebooks and Linux apps, check out our Chromebook comparison and Buyers Guide.

We hope this guide helps you successfully install and enjoy Miku Miku World on your Chromebook. Happy creating!

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