Full desktop window manager configuration?

now, that i have a proper micro-HDMI to HDMI cable (instead of bulky angled micro-HDMI to HDMI adapter, that covers micro-usb port and prevents micro USB OTG cable to be used), i can finally use a “desktop”-like approach with usb keyboard and usb mouse… but what the point?.. i expected to see a terminal window, but all i can see is the same “Launching…” pop-up.
i tried with the regular GameShell OS v0.5, and with Custom D.E.O.T. V2.0+, and the symptoms are the same - just a “Launching…” pop-up…

well, i would dream to see smth. like MS Continuum on the GameShell (yeah silly me…), but at least the Terminal should work as this info is on the Wallpaper.
maybe some extra steps are required to make it work?..