PC Game Build

PC build creates a standalone executable file. Players can run it without Unity installed. Windows creates .exe, Mac creates .app and Linux creates .x86_64.

• No additional software required to play
• One-click execution
• Easy to share with friends

Step 1: Switch Platform to PC

• File - Build Settings.
• Click "PC, Mac & Linux Standalone".
• Click "Switch Platform".
• Select Target Platform: Windows.

Step 2: Configure Architecture

In Build Settings, choose architecture:

• x86: Best for old 32-bit computers (rare).
• x86_64: Best for most modern PCs (recommended).
• Arm64: Best for new ARM-based Windows laptops.

Note: Most games should use x86_64.

Step 3: Configure Player Settings

Click "Player Settings" button in Build Settings. Important settings for PC:

Step 4: Configure Resolution and Display

Player Settings -> Resolution and Presentation:

• Fullscreen Mode: Fullscreen Window (allows Alt+Tab).
• Default Screen Width: 1280.
• Default Screen Height: 720.
• Allow Fullscreen Switch: Enabled (Checked).
• Resizable Window: Enabled (Checked, optional).

Step 5: Build the Game

• Add all scenes to Scenes in Build.
• Click "Build" button.
• Choose folder (create new folder for build).
• Name the executable (example: MyGame.exe).
• Click Save and wait.

Build and Run (Quick Testing)

• Click "Build and Run" instead of "Build". Unity builds AND launches the game automatically.
• Useful for quick testing without navigating folders.

Common PC Build Issues

• Game shows red errors. Check Console for errors before building.
• Game runs slow in build. Enable Development Build and use Profiler.
• Missing DLL errors. Reinstall Unity or check antivirus.
• Black screen on launch. Update your graphics drivers.
• Antivirus flags your .exe. Add the game folder to antivirus exception list.