In this guide, we'll walk you through the process of installing Albion Online on your Chromebook. Albion Online is a popular cross-platform MMORPG that offers a rich, player-driven world. By following these steps, you'll be able to enjoy this game on your Chromebook, expanding your gaming options beyond what's typically available on Chrome OS.

Prerequisites

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.

Step-by-Step Installation Guide

We've prepared a video tutorial to guide you through the process visually. We recommend following along with the video while using the commands provided below.

1. Enable Linux Apps on Your Chromebook

If you haven't already enabled Linux Apps on your Chromebook, you'll need to do so first:

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

2. Install Required Packages and Download Albion Online

Open a terminal window and run the following commands one by one:

sudo apt update
sudo apt install libnss3
wget https://live.albiononline.com/clients/20240723131250/albion-online-setup
chmod 755 albion-online-setup
./albion-online-setup

Here's what each command does:

• The first command updates your package lists
• The second installs a necessary library for Albion Online
• The third downloads the Albion Online setup file
• The fourth makes the setup file executable
• The final command runs the setup file to install Albion Online

Additional Resources

For more detailed information, you can refer to the Google Doc used in the tutorial.

Visit the official Albion Online website for game information, updates, and community resources.

Chromebook Compatibility

For a comprehensive list of Chromebooks that support Linux Apps, check out our guide on Chromebooks with Linux Apps (Crostini) support.

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Conclusion

By following these steps, you should now have Albion Online installed on your Chromebook. This process demonstrates the flexibility of modern Chromebooks, allowing you to run applications beyond just web browsers and Android apps. If you encounter any issues during the installation, don't hesitate to reach out for help in the comments section of our YouTube video. Happy gaming!