In this tutorial, I will show you how to play Rise of Kingdoms PC whether you are on a Windows or Mac computer.
To do this, we will use an emulator to simulate your mobile and thus gain performance and play with better graphics. I chose to use the BlueStacks emulator which is the most secure and the most powerful for this game.Download Rise of Kingdoms on PC
Installing an Android Emulator for Rise of Kingdoms
As mentioned above, we will install an Android emulator to play Rise of Kingdoms PC. Note that if you are under iOS, you will be able to retrieve your game on the Android emulator. (see below)
First, go to this download page to download the game and emulator.
Once the emulator is installed and the Android engine is launched, you'll need to set up your Google account (like when setting up a new mobile).
Use the Google Account you have your saved games with to retrieve them.
Install and play Rise of Kingdoms PC
Once you're done setting up your Google Account, close the Google Play tab and click the Rise of Kingdoms icon (on the emulator home page). This will take you to its Google Play page to download it.
When you are on the page, click on the "Install" button which will launch the download of Rise of Kingdoms PC.
There you go! Rise of Kingdoms is installed on your computer and all you have to do is click open to play! (whether on Windows or Mac)
I advise you now to read our tips to optimize RoK on BlueStacks.
Recover your mobile progress on PC
You probably have a game already well advanced on your phone so we will see to recover your progress on PC. It also works from iOS to Android.
So to do this, click on your in-game avatar and then click Settings :
Then click on Account.
Finally, click on Switch which will allow you to retrieve your progress via Google or Facebook. Attention, you must have done this manipulation but by clicking on the Link button on your mobile before making a Switch on the emulator.
Now you have all the cards in your hand to play Rise of Kingdoms PC and conquer all the Kingdoms!
If you encounter a problem during the installation, do not hesitate to leave a comment or consult our guide to optimize BlueStacks. 😉
FAQ : Rise of Kingdoms installation on PC
Installing an Android emulator for RoK: is it legal?
It is fully allowed to download an Android emulator for RoK that complies with security and data protection laws. In our guide, we use Bluestacks which is one of the most popular Android emulators, and undoubtedly one of the safest for Windows or Mac. You sync your Google account and access your downloaded applications as if you were on your Android phone! In other words, the emulator is used to simulate your phone. So it's totally legal.
What are the minimum system requirements for playing Rise of Kingdoms on a PC?
To play Rise of Kingdom on a PC with the Bluestacks 4 emulator, the minimum system requirements are as follows:
- Operating System: Microsoft Windows 7 (or higher) or Mac OS ;
- Processor: Intel and AMD ;
- RAM: at least 4 GB ;
- HDD: 5 GB of free disk space ;
- Up-to-date graphics drivers from Microsoft or the chipset supplier.
Here are the recommended settings to optimize your Rise of Kingdoms gaming experience:
- Operating System: Windows 10 or Mac OS Sierra ;
- Processor: Intel Core i5 with virtualization extension enabled in the BIOS ;
- Graphics card: Intel/Nvidia/ATI ;
- RAM: 6 GB or more ;
- HDD: SSD (or fusion) ;
- Up-to-date graphics drivers from Microsoft or the chipset supplier.
Can I transfer my Rise of Kingdoms account from iOS to Android?
There is no cross-platform version of the Rise of Kingdoms mobile game. However, it is possible to sync your account between Android and iOS via a Facebook connection. To play on your computer, you will need to download the Android Bluestacks emulator. Then, even if you started the game on your Iphone or Ipad, by connecting via Facebook, you will find your progress.
What are the differences between the PC and mobile versions of the game?
The gameplay is exactly the same since you are playing the same game, with the same account. On the other hand, when you play on your PC with the Bluestacks emulator, you will be able to set many options. If your configuration allows it, you can get exceptional graphics quality and enjoy a great gaming experience. Note that the keyboard and mouse can be used on the PC version for more comfort.
