FAQ
Launcher or Full Client - which do I pick?
The Launcher, almost always. It fetches the exact same files, verifies them and keeps you patched. Only grab the Full Client if your launcher download is slow or you want an offline copy - you still need the Launcher to log in.
Windows says the file is unsafe?
The Launcher isn't code-signed yet, so SmartScreen warns on first launch. Click "More info" → "Run anyway". Signing is on the roadmap.
Do I need the retail ArcheAge client?
No. Everything you need ships with our download. Don't mix it with a Steam or Glyph install.
I already have the Full Client - how do I update?
Run the Launcher once and point it at your install folder - it patches you to the latest version and takes over updates from there.