PC games used to be packaged in larger than necessary boxes.Buying a PC game requires a trip to the store.You can save time and money if you download computer games directly to your computer, either through the game maker, through a 3rd party site like Steam, or through torrents.There are games for PC computers running Windows or Linux.Click here for help with the download of games for Mac.
Step 1: The game you want to download can be found in the search bar of a web browser.
The sites that offer direct purchases will be the first to show up.This is where you can download the game.If you want to download a video game, you will most likely be directed to the manufacturer, Amazon.com.The game may not be available for download on the internet if you don't find it in the first few links.If you don't know where the game is coming from, you should not download it.
Step 2: The required and recommended specifications should be compared.
Minimum PC requirements are what your computer needs to play the game well.The minimum and recommended specifications will be listed on the information page.Make sure your computer can run the game after it's downloaded by looking up the games recommended specifications.You can use the DxDiag program to check your system's specifications.Click Start, then Run, and then type "dxdiag" in the box.You can check your specifications through the Control Panel.
Step 3: The game can be purchased by clicking the link.
The button may say "Purchase", "Buy Now" or something similar.You need to fill out a form to purchase the game.If the website has a shopping cart, you can click the icon in the upper-right corner to go to checkout or complete your purchase.
Step 4: To complete the transaction, fill out the form and choose a payment method.
You will need a credit or debit card to complete your purchase.You can enter your credit or debit card information by filling out the form.Select the option to complete the transaction.
Step 5: To download the game, click the option.
This may be a button that says something.You can download an install file on your computer.
Step 6: You can open the install file.
The install file will most likely be an exe file with the name of the game in it.You can open downloaded files on your computer from within your web browser.Most Internet browsers will ask you to either run or save a file with an extension of ".exe."You can save it to your desktop.After the game is downloaded, double-click it to install it.In File Explorer, you can find files you've downloaded.Some games are compressed.You can get them by exporting the contents of the ZIP or RAR file.You can double-click on the.EXE file to get more instructions.
Step 7: To download the game, follow the instructions.
You will need to agree to the terms of service and license agreement during the install process.Follow the instructions to complete the installation.Some games have serial codes that need to be input into the game.They are usually sent in a confirmation email.
Step 8: The game should be opened.
Click the game's icon on your desktop or Windows Start menu after a game is finished to open it.
Step 9: Understand the risks of torrenting.
If someone gives you permission, you can use a peer-to-peer sharing system to download files from another person's computer.You can download any game you want, as long as you can find someone to host it.It's illegal to torrent for paid content without the permission of the publisher.Your internet service provider can track your online activities.Downloads of games through torrents are an easy way to get infections on your computer.You should not use torrents to download software.If you've never torrented before, you should be aware of the process and risks.To make sure your computer can handle the game, you need to check your specifications.It is recommended that you use a PureVPN to protect your privacy while torrenting.This can help keep your internet service provider from seeing your online activity.Before you download torrents, make sure you have a good antivirus software.
Step 10: You can download a torrent client.
The programs that pull torrents off the web convert them into usable files for your computer.There are a lot of free legal torrent clients.Both qBittorrent and uTorrent are included.You can find them through a search.If you want to install a torrent client, you'll need to temporarily disabling your antivirus software.
Step 11: You can search for torrent sites.
Many torrent sites don't stay active for long because of their legality.It's possible for the URLs for torrent sites to change frequently.Use the internet to find torrent sites.A variety of websites that list current torrent sites will most likely be produced by this.There are sexually explicit advertisements and links on torrent sites.Don't search torrent sites at your own risk.Do not give personal information, including name, phone, email, or address, to a site in return for a torrent.Leave if you don't trust the site.The most popular torrent site.
Step 12: You can find the game torrents on the site.
To find the title of the game you want to download, use the search function on the torrent site.There are torrents available for that game.
Step 13: The torrent information is available to view.
A detailed explanation of what the torrent file downloads is included in most torrents listed on a torrent site.Make sure the file contains everything you need.If the game you want to download is not legal, you will need a method for installing the software in the file.This could be a serial number, a CD key generator, or a ReadMe file with instructions on how to install the game.The comments on the torrent file should be read to make sure the file works.
Step 14: You can check the number of seeders.
A seeder torrented the file and is allowing others to torrent from them.The file will download quicker if there are more seeders.It means that more people trust the file.A good start is more than five seeders.
Step 15: The file is a torrent.
Click on the link that says "Get this torrent" or something similar if you've found it on a torrenting site.The game isn't contained in the torrent files.The file contains information about the game.A torrent client can download files from another user's computer.Be careful.Many torrent sites have false download links that lead to external websites that contain malicious software.
Step 16: The torrent file can be opened in your torrent client.
Downloads can be found in your "Downloads" folder.Open your torrent client and drag and drop the torrent file into it.Depending on your connection speed and the number of seeds you have, the download may take a while.
Step 17: The downloaded files should be scanned for viruses.
Downloads through torrents are an easy way to get viruses.If you want to protect yourself, make sure you use a trusted program.If you don't want others to download the torrent file, you should remove it from your torrent client program.
Step 18: You can open the downloaded file.
Several files are most likely contained in the torrent file.They can be downloaded individually or contained in an ISO file.You can open these files with an archive program.
Step 19: Click on the file to open it.
The instructions to finish installing your game will most likely be specific.To read the instruction, open the ReadMe or other downloaded file.Sometimes a serial number generator is attached to the game file.Power ISO can be used to trick your computer into believing it is playing a disc.Power ISO can be downloaded.The install process is different for each game, so you need to follow the instructions given to play the game.You will almost always have to use a program called "Crack" to get into the game.Your installation file will show you how to use it.Click on the torrent in your client and choose "show in folder" if you can't find this install file.You will see a folder labeled after your torrent.
Step 20: If you want to play the game, launch it.
You can double-click it on the desktop or in the Windows Start menu.
Step 21: You can go to the store in a web browser.
There is a website for Steam.The largest distributor of PC games is Steam.You can sign up for a Steam account and download the client from the website.Origin for Electronic Arts is one of the digital distribution clients for PC games.
Step 22: You have to sign up for a steam account.
You can sign up for a free account if you don't already have a Steam account.You can click in the upper right corner.Click.The email address is in the top two lines.Click the button next to "I am not a robot" if you want to agree with the fact that I am 13 years of age or older.Click if you want to.Click if you want to open the verification email.The first line of the Steam website is where you should enter your Steam usernames.In the next two lines, confirm your password.Click complete sign up.
Step 23: You need to install the Steam client.
You can purchase and download games on your PC with the steam client.Click in the upper-right corner of the website to download the steam client.Click on the "SteamSetup.exe" file in your Downloads folder to open it.Click if you want to.Click.Click if you want to select a language.You can choose an install location.Click.
Step 24: You can open the client.
There is a blue icon in the Steam client.You can open Steam by clicking the icon on your desktop or Windows Start menu.
Step 25: You have to log in to the game.
Enter the password you used to create your account.Click if you want to.
Step 26: It is possible to add a payment method to your account.
There are a lot of free-to-play games on Steam.You can play these games for free.Many games require you to buy them in order to play them.Click your account name in the upper-right corner to add a payment method.Click if you want to.Click if you want to.You can fill out the form with your credit card information.Click.
Step 27: You can click on the store.
The first option is at the top of the Steam Client.
Step 28: Press enter to enter a game.
The game you want to download can be found here.If you want to browse games by genre, you can use the "Games" drop-down menu at the top.
Step 29: There is a game you want to download.
There is an information page for the game.
Step 30: Check the system requirements by scrolling down.
The minimum system requirements are what your computer needs to play a game.Make sure your computer has the minimum requirements for the game by scrolling down and checking the system requirements.
Step 31: If you want to add to the cart, click Play Now.
The installation page has a green button below it.The button says if the game is free to play.Click if the game has a purchase price.To confirm your purchase, click and follow the instructions.
Step 32: Click Next and then finish if you choose an install location.
If you choose to do so, games will be downloaded to the Steam folder.Click to continue.The game can be downloaded and installed.Click when the game is done installing.
Step 33: Go ahead and play the game.
The game icon can be found on the Start menu when the game is finished.You can find the games you have purchased and downloaded under the "Library" in the Steam client.To see the information page, click a game in your library.Click to open the game.
Step 34: Not all PC's can play every game.
Older or cheaper computers can't play games because of changes in hardware and software.The games will be labeled with the minimum specifications needed to run the game and the recommended specifications for the most enjoyable, smooth performance.If you have a new computer, you can run older games.Only top-tier, graphic-intensive titles are possible exceptions.If you already have several games running on your computer, it can run games from a similar era.
Step 35: The game's recommended cards are against your video card.
Click the Windows Start type "Run" to check your computer's video card and video drivers.Press "enter" if you want to type in the program "dxdiag".You will get a report on your video capabilities.
Step 36: Check the amount of RAM and processor you have.
The amount of data your computer can process is determined by the processor.The amount of RAM that your computer has determines how much information it can hold at a time.You can check both from the same screen.You can click the icon.Click.You can click at the bottom of the panel.Click on the "Device Specifications" to check your computer's specifications.
Step 37: If you don't have enough hard drive space, check it.
Press to open File Explorer if you don't have enough hard drive space.Click on the "C": drive in the panel to the left.Click if you want to.Next to "Free space", check the amount of space.