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The first 6 numbers will tell you the month, date, and year that the build was made. The platform represents what system this build is intended for. | The first 6 numbers will tell you the month, date, and year that the build was made. The platform represents what system this build is intended for. | ||
| + | Remember, Shield Cat is DRM free! There is nothing stopping you from sharing it with friends and enemies - they may like it and wish to support me as well! | ||
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| + | == Downloading Shield Cat == | ||
| + | Downloading the game depends on how you got the game in the first place. Please see the different scenarios below. | ||
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| + | === Through itch.io === | ||
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| + | ==== If you bought with an itch.io account ==== | ||
| + | You can download the game and its updates from your [https://itch.io/my-purchases Library] page. | ||
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| + | ==== If you received it through Patreon ==== | ||
| + | Make sure you've linked your Patreon account to itch.io by clicking [https://roxyfoxrab.itch.io/shield-cat/patreon-access here]. You can also click there to be taken directly to the download page, or you can use the [https://itch.io/my-purchases Library] to download it and its updates. | ||
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| + | ==== If you bought it WITHOUT an itch.io account ==== | ||
| + | You will have received an email on the email address you used when purchasing the game. Follow the link from there. Please note that you can create an itch.io account after purchasing the game, and link it to your library. | ||
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| + | <!--== Downloading the Demo == | ||
| + | You can download the [[Shield Cat]] demo by clicking [https://roxyfoxrab.itch.io/shield-cat?password=LANCELIKESTOSPINALOT#demo here] and scrolling to <b>Download Demo</b>. | ||
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| + | Please note that the demo version is <b>not</b> the current build of the game, so it's lacking a lot of features. However, it should give you an idea of what the game is about!--> | ||
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| + | == Installing Shield Cat == | ||
You do not need to install prototype builds using an installer. Instead, you can simply unzip them in any folder and then run them from that folder. | You do not need to install prototype builds using an installer. Instead, you can simply unzip them in any folder and then run them from that folder. | ||
| − | Below | + | Below are different instructions for running the game on each platform it is supported on. |
| − | == <span id="windows">Windows</span> == | + | The Save Data location is given for each platform Shield Cat is on, but can also be revealed by going to the Options Menu in game and going to "Show Data Folder." |
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| + | === <span id="windows">Windows</span> === | ||
* [[Shield Cat]] is supported on Windows 10. It should run on older versions of Windows, but this isn't guaranteed. | * [[Shield Cat]] is supported on Windows 10. It should run on older versions of Windows, but this isn't guaranteed. | ||
| − | * All versions of the Shield Cat Prototype use the same save data folder. You can find it at <code>%localappdata%\ | + | * All versions of the Shield Cat Prototype use the same save data folder. You can find it at <code>%localappdata%\Shield_Cat</code>. If you're having trouble running the game, go there and delete any <code>.ini</code> files. The game will recreate them with defaults and should run. |
* You may get a warning about running untrustworthy code, or an unsigned app, or an app from an unknown publisher. Click "Run Anyways" or "Learn More" in order to run the game. | * You may get a warning about running untrustworthy code, or an unsigned app, or an app from an unknown publisher. Click "Run Anyways" or "Learn More" in order to run the game. | ||
| − | == <span id="linux">Linux</span> == | + | === <span id="linux">Linux</span> === |
| − | * [[Shield Cat]] is known to work on Ubuntu and it's derivatives such as Xubuntu, GalliumOS, and Linux Mint. However, your Linux distribution <b>must</b> be 64bit. The game will not run on 32bit or ARM versions of Linux. | + | * [[Shield Cat]] is not officially supported on Linux, but should run in WINE, or through Proton using Steam. However, I cannot offer any technical support if you run the game this way. |
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| + | <!--* [[Shield Cat]] is known to work on Ubuntu and it's derivatives such as Xubuntu, GalliumOS, and Linux Mint. However, your Linux distribution <b>must</b> be 64bit. The game will not run on 32bit or ARM versions of Linux. | ||
* You should be able to get it to work on other versions of Linux such as Arch Linux. | * You should be able to get it to work on other versions of Linux such as Arch Linux. | ||
* If the game doesn't run or crashes immediately, you may need <code>libcurl4</code> and <code>libopenal1</code>. You can use <code>sudo apt-get install libcurl4 libopenal1</code> in a terminal window to install them (if you're using Ubuntu or something based on it.) | * If the game doesn't run or crashes immediately, you may need <code>libcurl4</code> and <code>libopenal1</code>. You can use <code>sudo apt-get install libcurl4 libopenal1</code> in a terminal window to install them (if you're using Ubuntu or something based on it.) | ||
| − | * Save data is stored in <code>~/.config/ | + | * Save data is stored in <code>~/.config/Shield_Cat</code>. If you're having trouble with the game, try deleting any <code>.ini</code> files. The game will recreate them with default values.--> |
| + | {{Footer}} | ||
Latest revision as of 00:30, 14 June 2021
When you download a build of Shield Cat, it will be titled like this:
062619 Shield Cat Prototype - (Platform).zip
The first 6 numbers will tell you the month, date, and year that the build was made. The platform represents what system this build is intended for.
Remember, Shield Cat is DRM free! There is nothing stopping you from sharing it with friends and enemies - they may like it and wish to support me as well!
Contents
Downloading Shield Cat
Downloading the game depends on how you got the game in the first place. Please see the different scenarios below.
Through itch.io
If you bought with an itch.io account
You can download the game and its updates from your Library page.
If you received it through Patreon
Make sure you've linked your Patreon account to itch.io by clicking here. You can also click there to be taken directly to the download page, or you can use the Library to download it and its updates.
If you bought it WITHOUT an itch.io account
You will have received an email on the email address you used when purchasing the game. Follow the link from there. Please note that you can create an itch.io account after purchasing the game, and link it to your library.
Installing Shield Cat
You do not need to install prototype builds using an installer. Instead, you can simply unzip them in any folder and then run them from that folder.
Below are different instructions for running the game on each platform it is supported on.
The Save Data location is given for each platform Shield Cat is on, but can also be revealed by going to the Options Menu in game and going to "Show Data Folder."
Windows
- Shield Cat is supported on Windows 10. It should run on older versions of Windows, but this isn't guaranteed.
- All versions of the Shield Cat Prototype use the same save data folder. You can find it at
%localappdata%\Shield_Cat. If you're having trouble running the game, go there and delete any.inifiles. The game will recreate them with defaults and should run. - You may get a warning about running untrustworthy code, or an unsigned app, or an app from an unknown publisher. Click "Run Anyways" or "Learn More" in order to run the game.
Linux
- Shield Cat is not officially supported on Linux, but should run in WINE, or through Proton using Steam. However, I cannot offer any technical support if you run the game this way.
| Shield Cat Wiki | |
|---|---|
| Shield Cat | About - Installation Instructions - Controls |
| Main Characters | Lance - Parker - Trent - Olivia - Suzette - Ruby - Claire |
| Sub Characters | King King Cat the Cat |
| Dungeons | Roo Express - Underground Forest - Marine Exhibit - Mt. Bophades - Sky Cat Airship Fleet - Cat Castle |
| Bosses | Parker - Trent - Olivia - Suzette - Ruby - Claire - Roxy |
| Locations | Cat Kingdom - Roo Express - Underground Forest - Marine Exhibit - Mt. Bophades - Train Stations - Cat Castle |
