How to Download "Pokemon Gold" for PC

Pokemon is one of the most popular video game series of all time. It is available on a wide variety of platforms, with downloads for the personal computer ranking among the top choices. Downloading the Pokemon Gold version for PC is not difficult, and can be done in a relatively short amount of time.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

1. First, you will need to download a program called Visual Boy Advance. There is no direct PC version of Pokemon Gold, so you need to download the Visual Boy converter before attempting to download any Pokemon Gold games for your PC. You can easily download the Visual Boy Advance, and at no cost, by following the link in Resources.
2. Install Visual Boy Advance by following the on-screen instructions. You will be prompted to save your download to your computer, so select a location you will remember, such as your desktop. Open the program and follow the installation instructions that are given to you.
3. There are a number of sites where you can download Pokemon Gold for Visual Boy Advance--some safe and legitimate, some not. A recommended link is available in Resources. Follow the link, search for the Pokemon Gold game and click on the correct link to download it.
4. Select the “Save” option when the download begins. Choose a location that is easy to remember, such as your Desktop, so you know where to find the downloaded game later. The download time should be anywhere from 45 minutes to one hour, depending on the speed of your connection and your computer's specifications.
5. Once the download is finished, open the program. You should be able to click on the icon for the game, which will open and give you an installation prompt. Read and follow the steps carefully to install the game.
6. Restart your computer once you’ve finished the installation process. Check to make sure your Pokemon Gold has been installed in the location you specified, and that it opens properly.
7. Play the game to ensure the download works correctly.

Tips & Warnings

• Only download games from safe sites. Sites that offer outrageous claims and shady downloads are often filled with viruses.
• Do not try to install programs onto your hard drive if you do not have enough memory to support them. This can cause your entire computer to crash.

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