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[Guide] How to Bypass the Windows Security Warning to Play CIDER
In our previous update, we introduced the "Void Card" system, which lies at the core of this game’s mechanics. We are incredibly grateful to see the number of downloads steadily increasing. However, there is a "high hurdle" that is almost inevitable for solo indie game developers: the security warning (such as Windows SmartScreen) that appears when opening an executable file on Windows, stating "Windows protected your PC." We understand that seeing an unfamiliar warning can make players hesitate to run the game. To ensure you can experience CIDER with peace of mind, we have released a video guide explaining the steps from download to launching the game. YouTube Guide: How to Download & Run CIDER Why does this warning appear? This is a standard Windows behavior that occurs when an executable file does not have a "Digital Signature." Obtaining these signatures requires developers to pay significant annual fees (ranging from hundreds to over a thousand dollars). As CIDER is currently in i
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