Playing FIFA 19 on Ubuntu 18.04: A Comprehensive Guide

Playing FIFA 19 on Ubuntu 18.04: A Comprehensive Guide

Running games like FIFA 19 on Linux distributions can be challenging, but with the right tools and steps, you can enjoy the game on your preferred operating system. This guide will walk you through the process of setting up Wine on Ubuntu 18.04 to run FIFA 19 seamlessly.

Step 1: Install Wine

The first step is to install Wine, a compatibility layer that allows you to run Windows applications on Linux. Here’s how to do it:

Add the WineHQ repository:

Open a terminal and run the following commands:

sudo dpkg --add-architecture i386
sudo apt update
sudo apt install software-properties-common
sudo add-apt-repository deb bionic main
sudo apt-key adv --keyserver --recv-keys Keys

Install Wine:

Choose the version you want to install: stable, development, or staging. For the stable version, use:

sudo apt update
sudo apt install --install-recommends winehq-stable

Verify the installation:

To check if Wine is installed correctly:

WINEPREFIX~/fifa19 wine --version

Step 2: Install Winetricks

Winetricks is a script that provides a simple way to install Windows libraries and components that some applications need. Install it via the terminal:

sudo apt install winetricks

Step 3: Set Up a Wine Prefix

Create a new Wine prefix:

This is a separate environment for running Windows applications. To do this, enter the following command in your terminal: WINEPREFIX~/fifa19 winecfg

Configure Wine:

In the Wine configuration window, set the Windows version to Windows 10 and apply any necessary settings. You may also want to install some essential libraries via Winetricks, such as DirectX or vcrun2015:
winetricks directx vcrun2015

Step 4: Install FIFA 19

Once your Wine environment is set up, you can install FIFA 19:

If you have a disc, mount it. If you have a digital copy, navigate to the installer. To run the installer, use the Wine prefix you created: WINEPREFIX~/fifa19 wine /path/to/FIFA19Setup.exe Follow the installation prompts.

Step 5: Launch FIFA 19

After the installation is complete, you can launch FIFA 19 using:

WINEPREFIX~/fifa19 wine path_to_FIFA19binskynet.exe

Additional Tips

To improve performance, you may need to:

Tweak settings in the Wine configuration. Install additional libraries based on your game's needs.

Game Controllers

If you’re using a game controller, ensure it is recognized by your system. You may need to install additional drivers or configure your controller to work properly.

Check WineHQ App Database

For specific configurations and tips, refer to the ">WineHQ App Database for FIFA 19.

Troubleshooting

If you encounter issues, check the Wine logs for errors:

WINEPREFIX~/fifa19 wine path_to_FIFA19binskynet.exe  wine_log.txt

This will generate a log file that can help diagnose problems.

With these steps, you should be ready to run FIFA 19 on Ubuntu 18.04. Enjoy the game!