[casual_games] Installers

[Paul Steven]

I have created a series of 4 flash games that are to be distributed as
executables via the web and I need advice on how to create installers for
these games for both PC and Mac.

 

The client has requested these games are each distributed as installer files
that will allow the user to choose where on their machine the game is
installed and add the relevant program group and uninstall option.

 

The games are all single files with all assets embedded into the flash
movies. It has been many years since I have created installers and I think
back in the days I used Wise for the Mac and Install Shield for the PC.

 

I would therefore like advice on a free or relatively cheap installer for
each platform. The PC one needs to be Vista compatible.

 

I also have a related question as to what format of file is acceptable for
downloading. On the PC side, I assume the installer would create an
executable file but I was under the impression people do not like
downloading exe files? I would therefore appreciate advice on what format
others offer their downloadable games in (for both PC and Mac)

 

Thanks in advance

 

Paul 

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