In this tutorial, we will learn how to install Zero-K, an open-source Real-time strategy game on Debian Latest using the command-line interface.
Before proceeding with the installation process, it is always recommended to update the system to its latest version. Use the following command to update your system packages:
sudo apt-get update
sudo apt-get upgrade
Zero-K has some dependencies that need to be installed on the system before running the game.
To install these dependencies, use the following command:
sudo apt-get install libglew-dev libfreetype6-dev libjpeg62-turbo-dev libvorbis-dev libopenal-dev libphysfs-dev libsdl2-dev libcurl4-gnutls-dev cmake
Now we need to download Zero-K from its official website. Use the following command to download the latest version of Zero-K:
wget https://zero-k.info/Download
Once the download is complete, extract the file using the following command:
tar -xf Zero-K.zip
To compile Zero-K, we will use the CMake tool. CMake is a cross-platform and open-source tool that helps in the compilation process of software.
Navigate to the extracted Zero-K directory and create a "build" directory:
cd Zero-K
mkdir build && cd build
Now, run the following command to generate a build file:
cmake ..
After that, compile the source code using the following command:
make
The compilation process may take a few minutes, depending on your system's specifications.
Once the compilation process is complete, you can run Zero-K using the following command:
./zk
Alternatively, you can create a shortcut on your desktop to make it easier to access.
Congratulations! You have successfully installed and run Zero-K on Debian latest version.
Note: If you face any issues during the installation process, please refer to the official documentation of Zero-K or the Debian forums for assistance.
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