How to install Baldi's Fun New School Ultimate on a Chromebook

In this guide, we'll walk you through the process of installing Baldi's Fun New School Ultimate on your Chromebook. This popular indie game brings a unique twist to the educational gaming genre, and now you can enjoy it on your Chrome OS device!

Compatibility Check

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 Chromebooks with Linux Apps (Crostini) support.

Video Tutorial

For a visual guide, you can follow along with our video tutorial above. We'll provide step-by-step instructions in the video, complemented by the written commands below.

Installation Process

Step 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 "About Chrome OS" section in the left panel
  3. Under the "Developer" section, choose "Set up Linux"
  4. Follow the prompts to turn on Linux

Step 2: Download the Game

Visit the official website to download the Linux installation package for Baldi's Fun New School Ultimate. Once downloaded, move the installer to the Linux folder in your Chromebook's file manager.

Step 3: Install and Run the Game

Now, we'll use the terminal to install and run the game. Open a terminal session from your app menu and enter the following commands:

1) unzip BFNSPUE\ Alpha\ 6\ Part\ 2b_Linux.zip
2) chmod 777 BFNSPUE\ Alpha\ 6\ Part\ 2b_Linux/Baldi\'s\ Fun\ New\ School\ Plus\ Ultimate\ Edition.x86_64
3) ./BFNSPUE\ Alpha\ 6\ Part\ 2b_Linux/Baldi\'s\ Fun\ New\ School\ Plus\ Ultimate\ Edition.x86_64 fixedvblank_mode=0

The first command unzips the game files. The second command makes the game executable. The third command launches the game, and you'll need to use this command every time you want to play.

Troubleshooting Tips

If you encounter any issues during installation or gameplay:

  • Ensure your Chromebook's software is up to date
  • Check that you have sufficient storage space for the game
  • If the game doesn't launch, try restarting your Chromebook and attempting the installation process again

Additional Resources

For more information about the game or to download updates, visit the official site:

https://johnsterspacegames.itch.io/baldis-fun-new-school-plus-ultimate

We've also prepared a Google Doc with additional information that you might find helpful during the installation process.

Conclusion

Congratulations! You should now have Baldi's Fun New School Ultimate up and running on your Chromebook. This installation process demonstrates the flexibility of modern Chromebooks, allowing you to enjoy a wide range of software beyond just web applications. Enjoy your gaming experience, and don't hesitate to reach out via YouTube comments if you need any further assistance!

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

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