so, this got downloaded as a .RAR file and opens in a notepad. any idea on what i need to do to change that so i can play?
Do you still have a problem with the file?
You probably need to download a WinRAR application if you don't have one. That should enable you to open the file.
If that still won't work even after installing the WinRAR, you will have to right-click the file and choose to extract the file or open it with WinRAR.
I hope that helps.