How to install Flashpoint Archive on a Chromebook

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In this guide, we'll walk you through the process of installing Flashpoint Archive on your Chromebook. Flashpoint Archive is a fascinating project that aims to preserve Flash games and animations, allowing you to enjoy this content even after Flash's official end-of-life. This tutorial is designed to complement our video guide, providing detailed written instructions for each step.

Compatibility Note

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 compatibility, you can check our list of Chromebooks with Linux Apps (Crostini) support.

Video Tutorial

Step-by-Step Installation Guide

Follow these steps carefully to install Flashpoint Archive on your Chromebook:

1. Enable Linux Apps

First, we need to enable Linux apps on your Chromebook:

  1. Go to your Chromebook's Settings
  2. Click on the "Advanced" section
  3. Select "Developers"
  4. Turn on the "Linux development environment" option
  5. Follow the on-screen instructions to set up Linux

2. Open Terminal

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

3. Run Installation Commands

Now, we'll run a series of commands in the Terminal. Each command serves a specific purpose in setting up the environment for Flashpoint Archive. Copy and paste each command, pressing Enter after each one:

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/ bookworm 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 p7zip-full
6) winecfg
7) wget https://download.microsoft.com/download/9/3/F/93FCF1E7-E6A4-478B-96E7-D4B285925B00/vc_redist.x86.exe
8) wine vc_redist.x86.exe
9) wget https://download.unstable.life/upload/fp13static.7z
10) 7z x fp13static.7z -ojfp13static
11) rm fp13static.7z
12) cd jfp13static/Flashpoint && wine start-flashpoint.exe

4. Understanding the Commands

Let's break down what these commands do:

  • Commands 1-3 set up the Wine repository. Wine is a compatibility layer that allows us to run Windows applications on Linux.
  • Commands 4-5 update the system and install Wine along with necessary packages.
  • Command 6 sets up the Wine configuration.
  • Commands 7-8 download and install Visual C++ Redistributable, which is required for many Windows applications.
  • Commands 9-11 download and extract Flashpoint Archive.
  • Command 12 launches Flashpoint Archive using Wine.

Launching Flashpoint Archive

After the installation is complete, you can launch Flashpoint Archive anytime by opening the Terminal and running this command:

cd jfp13static/Flashpoint && wine start-flashpoint.exe

Troubleshooting Tips

If you encounter any issues during the installation or while running Flashpoint Archive, try these troubleshooting steps:

  • Ensure your Chromebook's software is up to date
  • Restart your Chromebook and try the process again
  • Check that you have sufficient storage space in your Linux container
  • If a command fails, try running it again

Additional Resources

For more information about Flashpoint Archive and Wine, check out these resources:

Conclusion

Congratulations! You've successfully installed Flashpoint Archive on your Chromebook. This opens up a world of classic Flash games and animations for you to enjoy. Remember, preserving digital history is important, and projects like Flashpoint Archive play a crucial role in this effort. Happy gaming!

If you have any questions or need further assistance, please don't hesitate to leave a comment on our YouTube video. We're here to help!

For more Chromebook tips and tricks, check out our Chromebook comparison and Buyers Guide.

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