How to install Giftscop on a Chromebook

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In this guide, we'll walk you through the process of installing Giftscop on your Chromebook. Giftscop is a fan-made recreation of the mysterious game Petscop, which gained popularity due to its intriguing storytelling and unsettling atmosphere. By following these steps, you'll be able to experience this unique game on your Chromebook.

Important Note on Compatibility

Before we begin, it's crucial to understand that this tutorial is specifically designed for Chromebooks with either 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 them in your device settings or consult the manufacturer's website.

Video Tutorial

For a visual guide to complement these written instructions, please refer to the video tutorial above. It provides a step-by-step walkthrough of the installation process.

Installation Steps

To install Giftscop on your Chromebook, we'll be using Wine, a compatibility layer capable of running Windows applications on Linux-based systems. Here are the commands you'll need to execute in your terminal:

1) sudo dpkg --add-architecture i386
2) wget -nc https://dl.winehq.org/wine-builds/winehq.key && sudo apt-key add winehq.key
3) echo "deb https://dl.winehq.org/wine-builds/debian/ bullseye main" | sudo tee /etc/apt/sources.list.d/wine_chrome_os_made_simple.list
4) sudo apt update
5) sudo apt install --install-recommends winehq-stable winbind
6) winecfg
7) wget https://giftscop.com/build/dl/d6404eeb08f9872cba388df1/giftscop_1.2-pre30_win.zip
8) unzip giftscop_1.2-pre30_win.zip
9) cd Giftscop\ 1.2-pre30 && wine Petscop.exe

Let's break down what each of these commands does:

  1. Adds 32-bit architecture support, which is necessary for many Windows applications.
  2. Downloads and adds the WineHQ repository key for package verification.
  3. Adds the WineHQ repository to your system's sources.
  4. Updates the package lists to include the new repository.
  5. Installs Wine and its dependencies.
  6. Opens the Wine configuration tool. You can adjust settings here if needed.
  7. Downloads the Giftscop zip file.
  8. Extracts the contents of the zip file.
  9. Navigates to the Giftscop directory and runs the game using Wine.

Troubleshooting Tips

If you encounter any issues during the installation process, here are a few things to try:

  • Ensure your Chromebook's Linux environment is up to date by running sudo apt update && sudo apt upgrade before starting the installation process.
  • If you receive any error messages about missing dependencies, try installing them manually using sudo apt install [package-name].
  • In case of permission issues, make sure you're using sudo where necessary.
  • If the game doesn't launch after installation, try running winecfg again and adjusting the Windows version compatibility settings.

Additional Resources

For more information about Giftscop and Wine, you can visit their official websites:

If you're interested in exploring more about Chromebooks and their capabilities, check out our Chromebook comparison and Buyers Guide. It provides valuable insights to help you make informed decisions about Chromebook purchases and upgrades.

For a comprehensive list of Chromebooks that support Linux Apps (Crostini), visit our All Currently Supported Chromebooks with Linux Apps page.

We hope this guide helps you successfully install and enjoy Giftscop on your Chromebook. If you have any questions or need further assistance, please don't hesitate to reach out through the comments section of our YouTube video. Happy gaming!

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