In this guide, we'll walk you through the process of installing 0 A.D., a free and open-source historical real-time strategy game, on Linux Mint 22. We'll be using Flatpak, a next-generation technology for building and distributing desktop applications on Linux.

What is 0 A.D.?

0 A.D. is a cross-platform real-time strategy game that focuses on historical warfare and economy. Set in the period between 500 B.C. and 500 A.D., it allows players to relive the formative years of Western civilization. The game is entirely free and open-source, developed by a dedicated community of volunteers.

Why use Flatpak?

Flatpak provides several advantages for installing applications on Linux:

• Sandboxed applications for improved security
• Distribution-agnostic, allowing the same package to work across different Linux distributions
• Easy updates and rollbacks
• Reduced conflicts with system libraries

Installation Steps

We'll break down the installation process into two main steps: adding the Flathub repository and installing the application.

Step 1: Add the Flathub Repository

First, we need to add the Flathub repository to our system. Flathub is the primary repository for Flatpak applications. Run the following command in your terminal:

sudo flatpak remote-add --if-not-exists flathub https://flathub.org/repo/flathub.flatpakrepo

This command adds the Flathub repository to your system if it doesn't already exist.

Step 2: Install 0 A.D.

Now that we have the Flathub repository added, we can install 0 A.D. using the following command:

sudo flatpak install flathub com.play0ad.zeroad

This command will download and install 0 A.D. on your system. Follow any on-screen prompts to complete the installation.

Launching 0 A.D.

After installation, you can launch 0 A.D. from your application menu or by using the following command in the terminal:

flatpak run com.play0ad.zeroad

Additional Information

For more details about 0 A.D. and its features, you can visit the official website: https://play0ad.com/

To learn more about the Flatpak version of 0 A.D., check out its Flathub page: https://flathub.org/apps/com.play0ad.zeroad

Troubleshooting Tips

If you encounter any issues during installation or while running 0 A.D., try the following:

• Ensure your system is up to date
• Check your internet connection if the download seems slow
• Verify that you have enough disk space for the installation
• If the game runs slowly, check the system requirements and adjust in-game graphics settings

We hope you enjoy playing 0 A.D. on your Linux Mint system. Happy gaming!