These are the docs for 13.0, an old version of SpatialOS. The docs for this version are frozen: we do not correct, update or republish them. 13.1 is the newest →

SpatialOS Linux support is experimental, and is intended for use with the C++, C# and Java SDKs. The Launcher is not supported on Linux.

Setup guide for Linux

This guide will prepare your machine for local development with the SpatialOS SDK.

Note: You need to have access to SpatialOS to download the SDK.

1. System requirements

Before following the setup guide check that your machine meets the hardware requirements.

If you’re using a corporate network with a strict firewall, raise a support request (for customers with a service agreement) or ask on our forums and we’ll take you through some custom setup steps.

2. Set up the SpatialOS CLI

To set up the SpatialOS CLI (spatial):

Download spatial for Linux (64bit): Download.

By downloading spatial, you agree to the SpatialOS EULA.
Put spatial in a directory.

For example, bin in your home directory: mkdir -p $HOME/bin && mv $HOME/Downloads/spatial $HOME/bin.
Add the directory to your PATH.
Make sure spatial is executable: run chmod +x <path_to_spatial_here>.
Check this succeeded by running spatial update in your terminal. You should get the output:

Current version of the 'spatial' command-line tool: <version number>

Attempting to download the latest version...

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