In the world of classic PC sports gaming, few things are as satisfying—or as finicky—as getting Pro Evolution Soccer 2017

If the download is a .zip or .rar file, extract it using 7-Zip or WinRAR.

: Software that floods your browser and desktop with unwanted ads.

No. Any .exe that bypasses Steam/Bypass authentication will be banned from official servers. You can play on private servers (like Pro Evolution Gaming Network) using a specific "no-steam" launcher, but those require a separate, network-verified executable.

Connect your gamepad via USB or Bluetooth before opening the settings.

PES 2017 occupies a hilarious middle ground in licensing.