thanks a lot for your reply
I am new to this linux and compiling thing and my game folder was taking 1.7gb because i just cloned the whole github. I have deleted every single file and directory except cataclysm.a and cataclysm*
the game works fine. Note that i play the ascii version with no sound or language packs. i will play it further and let you know if it’s fine to delete those. total size is 67.4mb now. I also deleted the save folder (it is impossible that savegames were taking 3mb because I only saved one character preset and one world) and i still have access to both world i preset i created. I didn’t save any game so can’t confirm this but should be easy to backup the folder and try yourself if you’re interested. My guess is that all needed files are bundled in cataclysm.a
I really wonder if I can delete the cataclysm* file too, and then leave alone the cataclysm.a which looks like the actual meat. Would be good if an admin can confirm the required files for minimal instalation.
cheers !