Google Play Games beta 101
0This vid introduces the Google Play Games beta app.
i. Hardware virtualization must be turned on, so you can run the Google Play Games beta app.
Enabling hardware virtualization (also known as VT-x or AMD-V) is a crucial step for running virtual machines efficiently on your Windows computer. Here are the general steps to enable hardware virtualization on a Windows PC:
### 1. Check Processor Compatibility:
Before proceeding, make sure that your processor supports hardware virtualization. Most modern processors do, but it's good to verify. You can check the specifications on the official website of your processor's manufacturer (Intel or AMD).
### 2. Access BIOS/UEFI Settings:
Enabling hardware virtualization requires accessing your computer's BIOS or UEFI firmware settings. Here's how to do it:
1. **Reboot Your Computer:**
- Save any open files and restart your computer.
2. **Access BIOS or UEFI:**
- During the boot process, press the key that corresponds to entering the BIOS or UEFI settings. The key varies depending on the manufacturer (common keys include Esc, Del, F2, F10, F12).
3. **Navigate to Virtualization Settings:**
- Once in the BIOS or UEFI, navigate through the settings using the arrow keys.
- Look for an option related to "Virtualization," "Intel Virtualization Technology (VT-x)," or "AMD-V" depending on your processor.
### 3. Enable Hardware Virtualization:
1. **Select the Virtualization Option:**
- Once you've located the virtualization-related setting, select it.
2. **Change Setting to Enabled:**
- Change the setting to "Enabled." Use the keyboard to navigate and make changes.
3. **Save Changes and Exit:**
- Save your changes before exiting the BIOS or UEFI. The method to save changes may vary (common keys include F10, Esc).
4. **Restart Your Computer:**
- Allow your computer to restart.
### 4. Verify Virtualization Support:
After enabling virtualization, you may want to verify that it's working correctly. You can use utilities like Task Manager to check:
1. **Open Task Manager:**
- Right-click on the taskbar and select "Task Manager."
2. **Go to Performance Tab:**
- Navigate to the "Performance" tab.
3. **Check Virtualization Status:**
- Under the "CPU" section, look for "Virtualization." It should display "Enabled" if virtualization is successfully enabled.
### 5. Confirm Virtualization in System Information:
1. **Open System Information:**
- Press `Win + R` to open the Run dialog, type `msinfo32`, and press Enter.
2. **Check System Summary:**
- In the System Information window, go to "System Summary."
3. **Look for Hyper-V Requirements:**
- Check for the line that says "Hyper-V Requirements." If the value is "Yes," it means hardware virtualization is enabled.
### Additional Notes:
- Some computers might have virtualization disabled in the BIOS by default.
- The exact names and locations of virtualization-related settings can vary between different BIOS/UEFI versions and manufacturers.
Remember that enabling virtualization is generally safe, but be cautious while making changes in the BIOS or UEFI settings, as incorrect settings may lead to system instability. If you are unsure or uncomfortable with these changes, consider seeking assistance from someone familiar with your computer's setup or referring to your computer's documentation.
ii. To explore and play mobile games on PC with Google Play Games beta, you need to follow these steps:
- Make sure your PC meets the minimum requirements and has Windows virtualization settings turned on.
- Download and install Google Play Games beta from https://play.google.com/googleplaygames#section-overview.
- Sign in with your Google account and sync your progress across devices.
- Browse and play the available Android mobile games on your PC.
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