Purpose
This article presents a step-by-step guide for downloading and installing the Gala Launcher. Knowing how to download the launcher will allow users to play games from the Gala Games Website.
Assumptions Made
This article assumes the reader has completed the account creation process, has a computer powerful enough to run the games from the Gala Games site, and understands the information in the following article:
Sign Up For a Gala Games and Entertainment Account
Procedure
1) Log in to a Gala Games and Entertainment account and click Games.
2) In the Games section, users can choose a Gala Launcher-supported game to play. This article uses Spider Tanks as an example. Navigate to the Spider Tanks section and click PLAY.
3) A prompt will appear to download the Gala Launcher. Click Download Gala Launcher.
4) Go to the Downloads folder and click the Gala Launcher Installer.
Note: A prompt may appear asking to allow this app to make changes to the device. Click Yes.
5) Once the installer opens, click Next to begin the installation process.
6) If you agree with the terms of service, click on I Agree if desired.
7) This will begin the installation process. Depending on the computer's speed, this process may take some time.
8) Once the installation is complete, click Next and Finish.
9) The Gala Launcher will appear, indicating it is waiting for a request to open a game.
10) Navigate to the Games page and click Play to initiate Spider Tanks.
11) A prompt will appear to open the launcher. Click Open Gala Launcher v2.
The game will start downloading and may take a while to complete depending on a person's internet speed.
12) Once the game finishes downloading, a prompt asking for the install mode will appear. It is recommended to click Install for all users.
Note: A prompt may appear asking to allow this app to make changes to the device. Click Yes.
13) Select a destination location for the game files to be stored and click Next.
14) Click Next.
15) This screen will allow users to add a desktop shortcut to open Spider Tanks. If this is desired, make sure that there is a checkmark next to Create a desktop shortcut and then click Next.
16) Spider Tanks is now ready for installation. Click Install to continue.
17) Once the installation is complete, click Finish.
18) In the Games section, click Play to launch Spider Tanks.