Linux Gaming

Gaming on Linux has received considerable support from companies such as Steam in recent years, allowing many major titles to run just as smoothly on your new Linux upgrade – if not faster, due to the lightweight nature of the operating system. Check out the articles below to learn how you can fine-tune your gaming experience on your new upgrade.

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Check if your favorite game is Linux-compatible. Most are! To find out, head to: protondb.com

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Lutris is free software that keeps all of your emulators in one place. Play games from Steam, or for PC, SNES, Atari, Gamecube, Wii, Nintendo DS, Playstation 2 & 3, Commodore 64, and more!

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Retro gamer? Turn your PC into a console with these versions of Linux.

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Own a Steamdeck? You’re already gaming on Linux!

Valve’s Steamdeck runs on a version of Arch Linux, offering the power of a small portable computer to run your favorite AAA gaming titles from anywhere. Enjoy flexibility and customization cases unseen in other handheld gaming devices exploring some of the use-cases suggested in the article above.

Check out this video from Distrotube for more information, and stop by r/linux_gaming for more reviews, tips, and community support!

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Holarse is a German gaming platform specifically tailored to supporting titles on Linux. Holarse communities are a great way to recieve support for your upgrade and meet fellow open source users, from groups on Discord, to Mumble, IRC and more!

 

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