How to Install and Activate Your Construct 2 License File
Construct 2 is a powerful and easy-to-use game development software that lets you create games for various platforms without coding. However, if you want to use all of its features and make games as large as you like, you need to purchase a license from Scirra.com or from Steam. In this article, we will show you how to install and activate your Construct 2 license file and start making awesome games!
Construct 2 License File
What is a Construct 2 License File?
A Construct 2 license file is a file called c2license.txt that contains your name, email address and a unique code that verifies your purchase. It removes all the limitations of the free edition, such as:
A maximum of 100 events in a project
A maximum of 4 layers on any layout
A maximum of 2 effects in a project
No folder organization in the project bar
No event search
No configurations bar
No families
No preview on LAN
Not allowed to be used for commercial purposes (however, it can be used in education and other non-profit organizations)
Several exporters, e.g. for mobile or desktop publishing, are unavailable
With a Construct 2 license file, you can also use all the extra sound effects, music and sprite packs that come with the software. You can also use it for commercial purposes up to a limit of $5000 if you are an individual, or unlimited if you are a business. You can use your license on as many computers as you like, as long as you are the only one who uses it.
How to Get a Construct 2 License File?
There are two ways to get a Construct 2 license file: from Scirra.com or from Steam.
From Scirra.com
If you buy directly from Scirra.com, you will be sent a redeem key by email. This is a special code that you can enter to the Scirra Store and get your license. If you want to buy a license for someone else, you can give them the redeem key and they can then get a license from the store with their own name and email address on it. This also works if you want to buy licenses for a number of people, e.g. your employees or colleagues: you will receive a number of redeem keys, which you can then give to each individual.
From Steam
If you buy from Steam, then Steam will manage the license. If you want to install your copy of Construct 2 on another computer, just install Steam, log in and download Construct 2 again.
How to Install and Activate Your Construct 2 License File?
Once you have your Construct 2 license file, either by redeeming your purchase from the Scirra Store or by downloading it from Steam, you simply need to copy it to either My Documents or the install directory (where Construct2.exe is also located). Restart Construct 2 and it should find your license. You can also put your license file on a removable drive and take your licensed copy of Construct 2 to any computer. You must not modify the license file at all. It is protected by a hash, and any modification whatsoever will cause Construct 2 to reject the license and revert to the Free Edition.
Conclusion
Now that you know how to install and activate your Construct 2 license file, you can enjoy all the benefits of using this amazing game development software. You can create games as large as you like, use all the features and exporters, and even make money from your creations. If you have any questions or issues with your license file, please contact Scirra support or visit their forums for help. Happy game making! c481cea774