# Installation Files

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## [Full Installation](https://aurora4x.com/t/full-installation/9)

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**Last updated:** [February 23, 2026, 3:05pm UTC](https://aurora4x.com/t/full-installation/9 "2026-02-23T15:05:35Z")

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This is the full installation for v2.7.1 Create an Aurora folder in your desired location (NOT program files) Download the file below Unzip into the folder Run Aurora.exe v2.7.1 Full Installation File The various ima…

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## [About the Installation Files category](https://aurora4x.com/t/about-the-installation-files-category/7)

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This category contains the file downloads necessary to play Aurora. As a new player, you will always need to download the ‘Full Installation’. After that, you can apply the latest patch(es). The Patch Name is in three p…

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## [Latest Version Patch File](https://aurora4x.com/t/latest-version-patch-file/16)

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**Last updated:** [February 23, 2026, 7:14pm UTC](https://aurora4x.com/t/latest-version-patch-file/16 "2026-02-23T19:14:05Z")

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This file will update any previous version to the latest version, which is currently v2.7.1. The file includes includes the executable and the database file so you will NOT retain any saved games. To patch your game, de…