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Why are there two versions of Heroic Launcher in Mint's software manager anyway?

Reddit Linux_Gaming - 29 Jan 2026 - 3:23pm

I don't even remember why I installed the one to the right tbh

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The Native Linux app for NVIDIA GeForce NOW is now in Beta

Gaming on Linux - 29 Jan 2026 - 3:23pm
NVIDIA have today released the Beta for their new Native Linux app for GeForce NOW, available as a Flatpak so it should run across most x86-64 systems.

Read the full article on GamingOnLinux.

Artics Nova Pro Wireless issues

Reddit Linux_Gaming - 29 Jan 2026 - 3:21pm

Hi all, I have purchased the Artics Nova Pro Wireless from amazon some days ago. I bought them used but in "mint" conditions. So, after fiddling with them a little, I noticed that I can a little pop or buzz, typically when I use the volume wheel on the base, sometimes I can hear it without turning the volume up or down on the base station. I immediately thought it was interference but I tried to use a laptop with Arch in a different position and I still hear those artifacts. I tried pw-top and dmesg but nothing seems to pop up. On journalctl it shows "Pipewire remote error: - 2 unknown resource" tho this shows up only on the laptop. Are these headphones cooked? Am I missing something? I also tried to switch the USB cable to no avail.

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Both DMC and Ninja Gaiden "collections" on Steam do not play pre-rendered cutscenes (wmv files)

Reddit Linux_Gaming - 29 Jan 2026 - 3:15pm

Probably a codec issue, since VLC player plays the files just fine. But swapping around Proton versions, and a couple other suggested fixes did nothing.

I'm thinking of trying custom proton versions next, unavailable by default on Steam, but if anyone has any other solutions, I'd welcome the input.

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Known issues with Vivox / Hell Let Loose VoIP(?)

Reddit Linux_Gaming - 29 Jan 2026 - 2:57pm

Has anyone encountered / fixed this particular issue? On Linux (Ubuntu), Hell Let Loose will attempt to connect to vivox for voip when you join a game, only for that connection to fail after a few seconds.

This results in not being able to talk or listen to any VoIP channel (local, squad, officer).

I've tried a bunch of solutions, including ones recommended by chatGPT which go into tinkering with launch commands and pulse audio / pipewire settings (reverted those in the meantime).

I'm bummed out because i really like HLL, but the game is nowhere near as fun without comms.

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Controller seemingly pushes random keyboard keys when plugged in, but has latency via bluetooth

Reddit Linux_Gaming - 29 Jan 2026 - 2:56pm

I'm using a GuliKit KK3 MAX on PikaOS. When playing games while the controller is wired, it seems to sometimes press the start button or bring apps in the background to the foreground. I can't reproduce this by spamming button combinations, it seems random. I also ran 'evtest' on the controller and watched the inputs and didn't notice it ever inputting anything random.

When the controller is using bluetooth mode, it seemingly works fine, but it seems slower than wired and has a weird latency issue. I have the mode set to windows on the controller and steam input is disabled in steam. I don't have the controller dongle so I can only use it via bluetooth.

I haven't noticed either of these issues using an 8bitdo ultimate 2, so unsure if it's the controller or not. I'm looking for help solving one or both issues so I can use the controller normally.

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Need help instal ubuntu

Reddit Linux_Gaming - 29 Jan 2026 - 2:41pm

Linux os not instaling on my pc need help

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Help me with this

Reddit Linux_Gaming - 29 Jan 2026 - 1:46pm

is it possible to use a trainer or mod on offline games in cachyos Arch based Linux

I'm waiting for good comments

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DW Proton causes input lag

Reddit Linux_Gaming - 29 Jan 2026 - 1:30pm

I’m using DW Proton to play some 3D games. Sometimes when I press a movement key and then release it, the character keeps moving for a short time.

How can I fix this?

I’m using Arch Linux with GNOME on Wayland.

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Four FINAL FANTASY games have arrived on GOG in the Preservation Program

Gaming on Linux - 29 Jan 2026 - 1:11pm
GOG announced today that their library has expanded again, with four FINAL FANTASY games now available on the DRM-free store.

Read the full article on GamingOnLinux.

Oh lord

Reddit Linux_Gaming - 29 Jan 2026 - 12:59pm

hey so
i was originalyl having the issue of the game infinately loading.

so i tried to fix it by putting PROTON_USE_WINED3D=1 %command% into the launch options to see if that would work.

it.. sure did.
doesnt look very pretty though.

anyone know whats up?

i'm using linux mint, and my hardware should be in the other screenshot

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