How to install Minetest on EndeavourOS Latest

Minetest is a free, open-source sandbox game that allows players to create and explore virtual worlds made out of blocks. It is available for several platforms, including Linux, and can be easily installed on EndeavourOS Latest.

In this tutorial, we will guide you through the steps required to install Minetest on EndeavourOS Latest.

Step 1: Update the system

Before we begin, it is a good practice to update the system to the latest version. Open the terminal and use the following command to update the system:

sudo pacman -Syu

Enter your password when prompted and wait for the process to complete.

Step 2: Install Minetest

To install Minetest, use the following command in the terminal:

sudo pacman -S minetest

Enter your password when prompted and wait for the installation to complete. Once the installation is complete, you can launch Minetest from the system menu.

Step 3: Install additional content

Minetest comes with a limited set of content by default. However, you can download additional content and mods from the official website to enhance your gaming experience.

To install additional content, follow these steps:

  1. Open your web browser and go to the Minetest website: https://www.minetest.net/
  2. Click on the "Content DB" link on the top menu.
  3. Browse through the available content and choose the one you want to download.
  4. Click on the "Download" button to download the content.
  5. Once the download is complete, extract the contents of the archive to the following directory: ~/.minetest/mods/

Repeat these steps for each additional content you want to install.

Conclusion

In this tutorial, we have shown you how to install Minetest on EndeavourOS Latest. We hope this tutorial has been helpful to you, and you are now ready to explore the vast virtual worlds of Minetest.

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