How To Install Openclaw

How To Install Openclaw

Openclaw is an open‑source, cross‑platform game engine designed for 2D side‑scrolling games. Whether you are a hobbyist developer or a seasoned programmer, installing Openclaw is straightforward if you follow the right steps. This guide walks you through the entire process, from preparing your system to launching the first demo.

Prerequisites

Before you begin, make sure your computer meets the following requirements:

• Operating System: Windows 10/11, macOS 10.15 or later, or a recent Linux distribution (Ubuntu 20.04+, Fedora 33+, etc.).
• Graphics: A GPU that supports OpenGL 3.3 or higher. Integrated graphics on most modern laptops are sufficient for basic testing.
• Development Tools: A C++ compiler (GCC 9+, Clang 10+, or MSVC 2019+) and CMake 3.15+ for building the source.
• Dependencies: SDL2, Boost, and OpenAL‑Soft. These libraries are available through most package managers.

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Download Openclaw

1. Visit the official Openclaw repository on GitHub. The URL is typically https://github.com/OpenClaw/OpenClaw.
2. Click the green “Code” button and select “Download ZIP” or clone the repository with git clone https://github.com/OpenClaw/OpenClaw.git.
3. Extract the ZIP file to a convenient location, for example C:\Openclaw on Windows or /home/user/Openclaw on Linux.

After extraction, you should see a folder structure that includes CMakeLists.txt, a src directory, and several subfolders for assets and documentation.

Setting Up the Build Environment

Openclaw uses CMake to generate platform‑specific build files. Follow the steps below for your operating system.

1. Open the Start menu, search for “Developer Command Prompt for VS 2019”, and launch it.
2. Navigate to the Openclaw root folder: