Packaged small project is HUGE. How can i cut down on the size?

My project’s packaged file size is over 600 mb. its a fairly small project.
How can i cut out some of the unnecessary memory?

I have seen a bunch of posts asking this same question but non seemed to be answered. THIS IS A QUESTION THAT NEEDS AN ANSWER! so lets figure this thing out!

What I have done so far:

*I made a mistake before I knew how bad it would be by adding the starter content. The file used to be 1.3 gb but I brought it down to like 637 mb after deleting it all.

I will add more to the list as people suggest.

Hi beanswaggle,

For what platform are you attempting to package? From the size I am assuming you mean Windows. If so, here is another thread with some ideas of how to reduce your package size.

Hope this helps!