Maude's Installer Script for Windows

This is a Python-based installer template for Windows games. It allows users to select an installation directory, extract game files from a .zip archive, and create a desktop shortcut. The installer also handles administrator permissions and can open a README file after installation.

I originally created this for my project Cosmic Odyssey and have adapted it into a template for others to use. The script is built with Pygame and Tkinter and can be customized by changing file names, paths, and UI text.

Features

• Lets users choose an installation directory
• Extracts a .zip file containing game files
• Creates a desktop shortcut
• Handles admin permissions if required
• Opens a README file after installation

How to Use

1. Update the script with your game's zip file name, folder structure, and executable name.
2. Package your game as a .zip file and place it in the same directory as the script.
3. Run the script to launch the installer.

This script is intended for developers who want a simple way to distribute their Windows games without writing a full installer from scratch.