eMachines Games
What is eMachines Games?
eMachines Games is the Hewlett-Packard branded version of the WildTangent game center that is pre-installed with many eMachines PCs. During pre-install it includes several WT games already loaded on to the PC for instant trial play.
About (from WildTangent)
WildTangent operates a cross-device games service that allows consumers around the world to access games through our convenient WildTangent Games App. Fueled by our digital currency, WildCoins, and a proprietary ad platforms including, BrandBoost, the service delivers the most cost-efficient way to play games. Consumer... Read more
Overview
It is bundled and preinstalled with various Acer computers. The most used version is 1.0.0.71, with over 98% of all installations currently using this version. It adds a background controller service that is set to automatically run. Delaying the start of this service is possible through the service manager. A scheduled task is added to Windows Task Scheduler in order to launch the program at various scheduled times (the schedule varies depending on the version). The software installer includes 185 files and is usually about 4.59 MB (4,808,999 bytes).
This program is pre-installed on the PC
Such software is installed by the manufacture when delivering the PC to the end user. Some pre-installed programs are considered bloatware as they are simply limited function trials, while others are required for proper PC operation.
Program details
URL: support.wildgames.com
Installation folder: C:\Program Files\eMachines Games
Uninstaller: "C:\Program Files\eMachines Games\Uninstall.exe"
Estimated size: 4.59 MB
Files installed by eMachines Games
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uninstall.exe - WildTangent Uninstaller
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ConsHk.dll - ConsHk Dynamic Link Library
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provider.exe - Game Explorer Categories (Installer for Game Explorer Categories)
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GDF.dll - WildTangent GDF DLL (WildTangent GDF Helper)
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WTA-435819bd-7c55-4ca9-82a5-6902c0265029-wextr.exe - WIRE Atom Installer (WIRE installer for ${PRODUCTCODENAME})
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WTA-77ffc180-bcf0-47f0-93fb-bac31c594c34-wextr.exe
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GameConsole-wt.dll - Game Console (GameConsole)
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GameConsole-wt.exe
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DRM0302.dll - DRM3 Module (WildTangent DRM Module)
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GameConsoleService.exe - GameConsole (GameConsoleService)
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uninstaller.exe - Uninstaller
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WTHk.dll - WTHk
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wtap.dll - Wild Games
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Bejeweled 2 Deluxe-WT.exe - Bejeweled 2 Deluxe
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Bejeweled2-WT.exe
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Blackhawk2-WT.exe - Blackhawk Striker 2
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BlasterBall3-WT.exe - Blasterball 3
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Build-a-lot 2-WT.exe - Build-a-lot 2
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buildalot2-WT.exe
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Buildalot3-WT.exe - Build-a-lot 3
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Buildalot-WT.exe - Build-a-lot
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CC_Kart2-WT.exe - Crazy Chicken Kart 2
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Chronicles of Albian-WT.exe - Chronicles of Albian
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Chuzzle Deluxe-WT.exe - Chuzzle Deluxe
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CradleOfRome2-WT.exe - Cradle of Rome 2
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Diner Dash-WT.exe - Diner Dash
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DoraAdventure-WT.exe - Dora's World Adventure
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DriveGreen1-WT.exe - John Deere Drive Green
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Faerie Solitaire Oberon-WT.exe - Faerie Solitaire
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farm-WT.exe - Farm Frenzy
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Fate-WT.exe - FATE
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GHScrabble-WT.exe - Scrabble
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golf-WT.exe - Polar Golfer
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hotdish-WT.exe - Hot Dish
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Insaniquarium Deluxe-WT.exe - Insaniquarium Deluxe
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Insaniquarium-WT.exe
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JewelMatch3-WT.exe - Jewel Match 3
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JewelQuestHeritage-WT.exe - Jewel Quest - Heritage
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JewelQuest-WT.exe - Jewel Quest
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JQSolitaire2-WT.exe - Jewel Quest Solitaire 2
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JQSolitaire3-WT.exe - Jewel Quest Solitaire 3
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mahjong_artifacts-WT.exe - Mahjongg Artifacts
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MonopolyPB-WT.exe - Monopoly
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Mystery P.I. - The London Caper-WT.exe - Mystery P.I. - The London Caper
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mysteryofmortlakemansion-WT.exe - Mystery of Mortlake Mansion
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penguins-WT.exe - Penguins!
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Plants vs. Zombies-WT.exe - Plants vs. Zombies
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PlantsVsZombies-WT.exe
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Poker3-WT.exe - Poker Superstars III
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PolarPool-WT.exe - Polar Pool
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Polar-WT.exe - Polar Bowler
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Racing-WT.exe - Final Drive: Nitro
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SCRABBLE PLUS-WT.exe - Scrabble Plus
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Slingo Deluxe-WT.exe - Slingo Deluxe
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Torchlight.exe - LaunchTorchlight
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Torchlight2-WT.exe - Torchlight
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Torchlight-WT.exe
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TPIR[Windows]-WT.exe - The Price is Right
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tradewinds-WT.exe - Tradewinds
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Virtual Families-WT.exe - Virtual Families
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Wedding Dash-WT.exe - Wedding Dash
Behaviors exhibited
12 Scheduled Tasks
- Fate-WT.exe is scheduled as a task with the class '{C0DD7897-25B8-4458-A779-CE9F8042A18C}' (runs on registration).
- JewelMatch3-WT.exe is scheduled as a task with the class '{074402C1-3F65-4DD5-998C-6F62A530AE72}' (runs on registration).
- Bejeweled 2 Deluxe-WT.exe is scheduled as a task with the class '{DEDA3DC8-56A0-43BA-B05F-92A9621C5365}' (runs on registration).
- CradleOfRome2-WT.exe is scheduled as a task with the class '{B8C04C2D-2388-452D-B479-46C63669199C}' (runs on registration).
- Chronicles of Albian-WT.exe is scheduled as a task with the class '{3B046A23-AB8D-4CF9-98DE-3993E0978D3E}' (runs on registration).
- DriveGreen1-WT.exe is scheduled as a task with the class '{2F05B800-B27E-40DA-9346-99CB3D355E1E}' (runs on registration).
Plus 6 more
Service
- GameConsoleService.exe runs as a service named 'GameConsoleService' (GameConsoleService) "GameConsole management services".
How do I remove eMachines Games?
You can uninstall eMachines Games from your computer by using the Add/Remove Program feature in the Window's Control Panel.
- On the Start menu (for Windows 8, right-click the screen's bottom-left corner), click Control Panel, and then, under Programs, do one of the following:
- Windows Vista/7/8/10: Click Uninstall a Program.
- Windows XP: Click Add or Remove Programs.
- When you find the program eMachines Games, click it, and then do one of the following:
- Windows Vista/7/8/10: Click Uninstall.
- Windows XP: Click the Remove or Change/Remove tab (to the right of the program).
- Follow the prompts. A progress bar shows you how long it will take to remove eMachines Games.
OS VERSIONS
Win 7 (SP1) 77%
Win Vista 0%
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HOW IT RUNS
Windows Service? Yes
(Installs a service)
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USER ACTIONS
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Uninstall it 3%
Keep it 97%
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Windows
Which Windows OS versions does it run on?
Windows 7 |
82.96% |
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Windows Vista |
11.32% |
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Windows 10 |
4.62% |
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Windows XP |
1.10% |
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Which OS releases does it run on? |
Windows 7 Home Premium |
78.27% |
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Windows Vista Home Premiu... |
5.86% |
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Windows Vista Home Basic |
5.46% |
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Windows 10 Home |
3.99% |
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Windows 7 Starter |
3.23% |
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Microsoft Windows XP |
0.99% |
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Geography
79.47% of installs come from the United States
Which countries install it?
United States |
79.47% |
France |
3.20% |
Canada |
2.15% |
Germany |
1.81% |
United Kingdom |
1.80% |
Australia |
1.65% |
Sweden |
1.50% |
Italy |
1.39% |
Spain |
0.72% |
Finland |
0.72% |
DK |
0.52% |
Brazil |
0.44% |
New Zealand |
0.43% |
Taiwan |
0.35% |
PC manufacturers
What PC manufacturers (OEMs) have it installed?
Acer |
93.86% |
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Gateway |
6.14% |
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Common models |
eMachines ET1331G |
9.65% |
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eMachines EL1352 |
8.03% |
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eMachines EL1360G |
7.38% |
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eMachines ET1831 |
6.78% |
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eMachines EL1352G |
4.93% |
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eMachines EL1358G |
4.33% |
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About WildTangent
WildTangent provides branded game services for several PC manufacturers including Toshiba, Gateway, Samsung, HP, Dell,, Acer and Sony VAIO.
Publisher URL: www.wildtangent.com