Construct can export your project as a traditional desktop app with NW.Js , which is basically a standalone version of the Google Chrome browser. In other words...
For anywone looking to create a Windows Setup file that includes a direct X comment, there's a great tutorial here. (Be sure to look at the comment section for how to add the directx instilation section)
construct.net/en/tutorials/creating-setup-file-nwjs-game-1376