The Ultimate Guide to Getting Started with Garry's Mod on PC
: It’s easy to go overboard on the Workshop . Too many active mods can slow down your loading times significantly.
: After the download finishes, you're ready to start your first sandbox adventure. Pro-Tips for New Players
Are you planning to dive into a server or stick to creative building in single-player?
: Once purchased, find the game in your Library and click the big blue Install button.
: To avoid seeing giant red "ERROR" signs or missing textures (the dreaded purple-and-black checkers), many players recommend owning Counter-Strike: Source , as many community maps use its assets.
The official and safest way to get the game is through Steam . Here is the quick step-by-step: : Open your Steam client and log in. Search : Head to the Store tab and search for "Garry's Mod" .