As a gamer who loves playing Roblox, I was excited when I got my new Chromebook. However, I quickly realized that downloading and playing Roblox on a Chromebook requires a few extra steps compared to other platforms. In this article, I will guide you through the process of downloading Roblox on a Chromebook, providing personal tips and commentary along the way.
Step 1: Enable Linux (Beta) on your Chromebook
Before you can download and install Roblox on your Chromebook, you need to enable Linux (Beta) on your device. This feature allows you to install and run Linux applications, including Roblox.
To enable Linux (Beta), follow these steps:
- Open the Settings menu by clicking on the gear icon in the bottom right corner of the screen.
- Scroll down and click on “Linux (Beta)” in the left-hand menu.
- Click on the “Turn on” button to enable Linux (Beta) on your Chromebook.
- Follow the on-screen prompts to complete the installation.
Enabling Linux (Beta) may take a few minutes, so be patient. Once the installation is complete, you will have access to the Linux terminal on your Chromebook.
Step 2: Install the Roblox Player
Now that Linux (Beta) is enabled on your Chromebook, you can proceed with installing the Roblox Player. Follow these steps:
- Open the Linux terminal by pressing
Ctrl+Alt+T
on your keyboard. - Type the following command to update your Linux installation:
sudo apt update
- Enter your password when prompted.
- Next, type the following command to install the required dependencies:
sudo apt install libc6:i386 libgl1-mesa-glx:i386 libxcursor1:i386 libxrandr2:i386 libxss1:i386 libasound2:i386 libpulse0:i386 libfreetype6:i386 libgtk-3-0:i386
- Press
Y
and thenEnter
when prompted to confirm the installation. - After the installation is complete, download the Roblox Player from the official Roblox website here.
- Once the download is finished, open the Linux Files app and navigate to the “Downloads” folder.
- Double-click on the Roblox Player installer to begin the installation process.
- Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation.
After the installation is complete, you should see the Roblox Player icon in your app launcher. Click on the icon to launch Roblox and start playing your favorite games!
Conclusion
Downloading and playing Roblox on a Chromebook may require a bit more effort compared to other platforms, but it is definitely worth it for Roblox enthusiasts. By enabling Linux (Beta) and following the installation steps, you can enjoy the exciting world of Roblox on your Chromebook.
So go ahead, grab your Chromebook, follow the steps outlined in this article, and dive into the amazing Roblox universe!