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Struggling to Mod The Witcher 3 on Proton – Any Simple Guide Recommendations?
I’m looking for an easy way to install The Witcher 3 mods on Proton. Can you recommend a guide? The ones I’ve found so far are giving me a lot of trouble.
Thanks!
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Keep my 3070Ti or trade with 6700XT?
I've been using my RTX 3070 Ti since 2022, and overall, the experience hasn't been great. I'm running a 3440x1440p monitor, and at that resolution, the 8GB of VRAM just isn't enough. Most games are limited to low or medium textures, and over time, the VRAM fills up, leading to performance degradation—stuttering, slowdowns, and eventually requiring a game restart to make things smooth again.
For example, Resident Evil 4 Remake runs fine as long as the texture setting is kept at “High (1GB).” But if the game ever touches 8GB VRAM usage, performance instantly tanks, dropping to a stuttery mess at 15–30 FPS from that point forward.
I now have the chance to trade the card for an RX 6700 XT. While I know it's a bit slower than the 3070 Ti in raw performance, the 8GB VRAM on the 3070 Ti has become a significant bottleneck in my use case. On top of that, without access to GWE tools for undervolting on Linux, the 3070 Ti draws up to 290 watts and hits 83°C under load.
People often mention that the 3070 Ti is better at ray tracing, but at 1440p on Linux, enabling RT pushes VRAM usage past 8GB and causes the same problem—so I always have it turned off. The only real advantage the card offers me is DLSS 4 support.
Given all this, does trading it for the 6700 XT sound like a reasonable move?
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Looking for any COD like game
As title say, I'm looking for any COD like game (arcade play) to play online on Linux. Any suggestions are welcome!
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Missing Video Codecs when trying to play Myst (2020)
I was attempting to play the 2020 remake of Myst through Steam, and there are several areas in the game that rely heavily on videos playing in-game. When I tried to play, all of these areas simply showed a white box, no video. So I did some digging, and tried a few things. From what I was able to find, it seems that it was missing codecs, and most people had them sorted out by simply using Proton-GE, so I switched to that, and still had the same issue. I downloaded ProtonTricks (from the flatpak so it was the most recent version, and also ensured my WineTricks was up to date as well), and attempted to install all the codecs shown available there. I got a few errors specifically trying to install icodecs, which are as follows:
Checksum for /home/kingjexe/.var/app/com.github.Matoking.protontricks/cache/winetricks/icodecs/codinstl.exe did not match, retrying download
SHA256 mismatch!
URL: http://www.cucusoft.com/codecdownload/codinstl.exe
Downloaded: 6dc9c7fc93bb488bb0520a6c780a8d3c0fb5486a4711aca49b4c53fac7393023
Expected: 0979d43568111cadf0b3bf43cd8d746ac3de505759c14f381592b4f8439f6c95
This is often the result of an updated package such as vcrun2019.
If you are willing to accept the risk, you can bypass this check.
Alternatively, you may use the --force option to ignore this check entirely.
Continue anyway?
This gave me a Yes and No option, so I chose Yes, but I was ultimately met with
Note: command cabextract -q -d /mnt/23f12f95-a228-4225-b387-247590c36c86/SteamLibrary/steamapps/compatdata/1255560/pfx/dosdevices/c:/windows/temp/codinstl/ /home/kingjexe/.var/app/com.github.Matoking.protontricks/cache/winetricks/icodecs/codinstl.exe returned status 1. Aborting.
At this point I'm not sure what else to do. Even after everything I still have white boxes where there should be video. I unfortunately just don't have enough knowledge to figure out what exactly is going wrong and what to fix.
Detailed system info follows:
System:
Kernel: 6.8.0-60-generic x86_64 bits: 64 compiler: N/A Desktop: MATE 1.26.0 wm: marco
dm: LightDM Distro: Linux Mint 21 Vanessa base: Ubuntu 22.04 jammy
Machine:
Type: Desktop Mobo: ASUSTeK model: M5A78L-M/USB3 v: Rev X.0x serial: <superuser required>
BIOS: American Megatrends v: 2101 date: 12/02/2014
Battery:
Device-1: hidpp_battery_0 model: Logitech M705 serial: <filter> charge: 20% status: Discharging
Device-2: hidpp_battery_1 model: Logitech MK700 serial: <filter>
charge: 70% (should be ignored) status: Discharging
CPU:
Info: 8-core model: AMD FX-8320 bits: 64 type: MT MCP arch: Piledriver rev: 0 cache: L1: 384 KiB
L2: 8 MiB L3: 8 MiB
Speed (MHz): avg: 1894 high: 3515 min/max: 1400/3500 boost: enabled cores: 1: 1406 2: 1406
3: 2309 4: 2310 5: 3515 6: 1400 7: 1404 8: 1406 bogomips: 56247
Flags: avx ht lm nx pae sse sse2 sse3 sse4_1 sse4_2 sse4a ssse3
Graphics:
Device-1: NVIDIA GM204 [GeForce GTX 970] vendor: Micro-Star MSI driver: nvidia v: 535.230.02
pcie: speed: 5 GT/s lanes: 16 ports: active: none off: DP-1,HDMI-A-1 empty: DVI-D-1,DVI-I-1
bus-ID: 01:00.0 chip-ID: 10de:13c2
Device-2: Sunplus Innovation USB 2.0 Camera type: USB driver: snd-usb-audio,uvcvideo
bus-ID: 2-5:3 chip-ID: 1bcf:284d
Display: x11 server: X.Org v: 1.21.1.4 compositor: marco v: 1.26.0 driver: X: loaded: nouveau
unloaded: amdgpu,fbdev,modesetting,vesa failed: nvidia gpu: nvidia display-ID: :0 screens: 1
Screen-1: 0 s-res: 3280x1080 s-dpi: 96
Monitor-1: DP-0 pos: primary,left res: 1920x1080 dpi: 102 diag: 547mm (21.5")
Monitor-2: HDMI-0 pos: right res: 1360x768 dpi: 216 diag: 184mm (7.2")
OpenGL: renderer: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970/PCIe/SSE2 v: 4.6.0 NVIDIA 535.230.02
direct render: Yes
Audio:
Device-1: AMD SBx00 Azalia vendor: ASUSTeK M4A785TD driver: snd_hda_intel v: kernel
bus-ID: 00:14.2 chip-ID: 1002:4383
Device-2: NVIDIA GM204 High Definition Audio vendor: Micro-Star MSI driver: snd_hda_intel
v: kernel pcie: speed: 5 GT/s lanes: 16 bus-ID: 01:00.1 chip-ID: 10de:0fbb
Device-3: Sunplus Innovation USB 2.0 Camera type: USB driver: snd-usb-audio,uvcvideo
bus-ID: 2-5:3 chip-ID: 1bcf:284d
Sound Server-1: ALSA v: k6.8.0-60-generic running: yes
Sound Server-2: PulseAudio v: 15.99.1 running: yes
Sound Server-3: PipeWire v: 0.3.48 running: yes
Network:
Device-1: Realtek RTL8111/8168/8411 PCI Express Gigabit Ethernet vendor: ASUSTeK P8 series
driver: r8169 v: kernel pcie: speed: 2.5 GT/s lanes: 1 port: e800 bus-ID: 04:00.0
chip-ID: 10ec:8168
IF: enp4s0 state: up speed: 100 Mbps duplex: full mac: <filter>
Drives:
Local Storage: total: 1.46 TiB used: 1.06 TiB (72.7%)
ID-1: /dev/sda vendor: PNY model: CS900 240GB SSD size: 223.57 GiB speed: 3.0 Gb/s
serial: <filter>
ID-2: /dev/sdb vendor: Crucial model: CT120M500SSD1 size: 111.79 GiB speed: 3.0 Gb/s
serial: <filter>
ID-3: /dev/sdc vendor: Seagate model: ST3250820AS size: 232.89 GiB speed: 3.0 Gb/s
serial: <filter>
ID-4: /dev/sdd vendor: Western Digital model: WD10EZEX-08WN4A0 size: 931.51 GiB
speed: 3.0 Gb/s serial: <filter>
Partition:
ID-1: / size: 218.51 GiB used: 164.74 GiB (75.4%) fs: ext4 dev: /dev/sda5
ID-2: /boot/efi size: 511 MiB used: 4 KiB (0.0%) fs: vfat dev: /dev/sda1
Swap:
ID-1: swap-1 type: file size: 2 GiB used: 0 KiB (0.0%) priority: -2 file: /swapfile
USB:
Hub-1: 1-0:1 info: Full speed or root hub ports: 3 rev: 1.1 speed: 12 Mb/s chip-ID: 1d6b:0001
Device-1: 1-2:2 info: Logitech Unifying Receiver type: Keyboard,Mouse,HID
driver: logitech-djreceiver,usbhid rev: 2.0 speed: 12 Mb/s chip-ID: 046d:c52b
Hub-2: 2-0:1 info: Full speed or root hub ports: 6 rev: 2.0 speed: 480 Mb/s chip-ID: 1d6b:0002
Device-1: 2-5:3 info: Sunplus Innovation USB 2.0 Camera type: Video,Audio
driver: snd-usb-audio,uvcvideo rev: 2.0 speed: 480 Mb/s chip-ID: 1bcf:284d
Hub-3: 3-0:1 info: Full speed or root hub ports: 6 rev: 2.0 speed: 480 Mb/s chip-ID: 1d6b:0002
Hub-4: 4-0:1 info: Full speed or root hub ports: 3 rev: 1.1 speed: 12 Mb/s chip-ID: 1d6b:0001
Hub-5: 5-0:1 info: Full speed or root hub ports: 3 rev: 1.1 speed: 12 Mb/s chip-ID: 1d6b:0001
Hub-6: 6-0:1 info: Full speed or root hub ports: 3 rev: 1.1 speed: 12 Mb/s chip-ID: 1d6b:0001
Hub-7: 7-0:1 info: Full speed or root hub ports: 2 rev: 1.1 speed: 12 Mb/s chip-ID: 1d6b:0001
Hub-8: 8-0:1 info: Hi-speed hub with single TT ports: 4 rev: 2.0 speed: 480 Mb/s
chip-ID: 1d6b:0002
Hub-9: 9-0:1 info: Super-speed hub ports: 4 rev: 3.0 speed: 5 Gb/s chip-ID: 1d6b:0003
Hub-10: 10-0:1 info: Hi-speed hub with single TT ports: 2 rev: 2.0 speed: 480 Mb/s
chip-ID: 1d6b:0002
Hub-11: 11-0:1 info: Super-speed hub ports: 2 rev: 3.0 speed: 5 Gb/s chip-ID: 1d6b:0003
Sensors:
System Temperatures: cpu: 47.0 C mobo: 37.0 C gpu: nvidia temp: 53 C
Fan Speeds (RPM): cpu: 2428 case-1: 1979 gpu: nvidia fan: 0%
Power: 12v: 11.95 5v: N/A 3.3v: 3.27 vbat: N/A
Repos:
Packages: 2856 apt: 2800 flatpak: 56
No active apt repos in: /etc/apt/sources.list
Active apt repos in: /etc/apt/sources.list.d/additional-repositories.list
1: deb https: //dl.winehq.org/wine-builds/ubuntu/ bionic main
Active apt repos in: /etc/apt/sources.list.d/graphics-drivers-ppa-jammy.list
1: deb http: //ppa.launchpad.net/graphics-drivers/ppa/ubuntu jammy main
Active apt repos in: /etc/apt/sources.list.d/official-package-repositories.list
1: deb http: //packages.linuxmint.com vanessa main upstream import backport
2: deb http: //archive.ubuntu.com/ubuntu jammy main restricted universe multiverse
3: deb http: //archive.ubuntu.com/ubuntu jammy-updates main restricted universe multiverse
4: deb http: //archive.ubuntu.com/ubuntu jammy-backports main restricted universe multiverse
5: deb http: //security.ubuntu.com/ubuntu/ jammy-security main restricted universe multiverse
Active apt repos in: /etc/apt/sources.list.d/opera-stable.list
1: deb https: //deb.opera.com/opera-stable/ stable non-free
No active apt repos in: /etc/apt/sources.list.d/steam-beta.list
Active apt repos in: /etc/apt/sources.list.d/steam-stable.list
1: deb [arch=amd64,i386 signed-by=/usr/share/keyrings/steam.gpg] https: //repo.steampowered.com/steam/ stable steam
2: deb-src [arch=amd64,i386 signed-by=/usr/share/keyrings/steam.gpg] https: //repo.steampowered.com/steam/ stable steam
Active apt repos in: /etc/apt/sources.list.d/winehq-focal.sources
1: deb [arch=amd64 i386] https: //dl.winehq.org/wine-builds/ubuntu focal main
Active apt repos in: /etc/apt/sources.list.d/winehq-jammy.sources
1: deb [arch=amd64 i386] https: //dl.winehq.org/wine-builds/ubuntu jammy main
Info:
Processes: 275 Uptime: 5m Memory: 15.6 GiB used: 2.1 GiB (13.5%) Init: systemd v: 249
runlevel: 5 Compilers: gcc: 11.4.0 alt: 11/12/9 Client: Unknown python3.10 client inxi: 3.3.13
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Skyrim GOG-How To mod
I just bought Skyrim for the first time on GOG. I know i'm about 12 years late lol but can someone point me to a guide on how to mod this game I launch it using heroic Thanks
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Ways to find a game bottleneck when it doesn't seem to be cpu or gpu?
I'm a big fan of "the last spell", but on my current machine the game runs fairly poorly (https://steamcommunity.com/app/1105670/discussions/1/601903412169188006/). Oddly, my machine should be more than capable of running the game very well, based on anecdotes from other players with much weaker PCs by raw stats.
This makes me curious; are there good, comprehensive ways to profile or measure for the load on other parts of my PC (e.g. motherboard busses, ram read/write) that could show me my true bottleneck?
This isn't a strictly Linux-specific post, but I'm running mostly on Linux nowadays.
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Gaming issues as a linux begginer
Hey all,
I switched to Linux Mint about 3 hours ago. After some setup, I tried gaming. Steam had issues but I fixed those. However, when I launched CS2:
- My 1440x1080p 180Hz resolution isn’t working properly.
- FPS is awful — around 40fps, while on Windows I used to get 150+.
I’ve linked my neofetch for anyone who wants my PC specs.
I could run Minecraft at 1000fps on Linux (Windows was 500fps), so I thought gaming would be fine, but clearly not with CS2.
Anyone faced this? How do I fix resolution and get decent FPS on Linux Mint?
Thanks!
EDIT:
I ran the game natively and I will now try the newest proton.
Resolution issues seem to be due to windows forcing it somehow and my monitor cant support it? Im not sure, chatgpt talk :D.
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Doom not launching anymore from Steam
I’m not really an expert with computers, and I have recently downloaded Linux Asahi Fedora to play Doom. The game stopped launching entirely after I changed some video settings from game settings (I believe it could be a problem with Vulkan). Anyone knows how to fix this? (I’m on a MacBook Air 2020 M1 btw). I have tried verifying game files, updating my Os and even adding strings of code to the launcher, but now I have no idea what to do.
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War thunder+OBS
I recently switched to Linux from window. I want to have something like Nvidia instant reply. Looks like OBS is the only choice. OBS doesn’t seem to recognize war thunder. When I do a recap the screen is black (audio works great). The only solution I have found is to use window capture (Pipewire) but the quality isn’t good. ( I need the quality to be at least decent I am a content creator.
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Drive Issues
Hello, I just switched to linux a hour ago and want to start using it as my main OS.
I have encountered a issue in steam where I cant add the drive with my games. Am I doing something wrong?
https://reddit.com/link/1l8qf54/video/rvor43hwba6f1/player
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Laptop GPU/CPU
Since my nvidia 1650 comes now to a point, where games doesnt run very smooth, i will buy a new gaming laptop. Unfortunately, I have not been able to find a reasonably priced laptop with an AMD GPU. So that only leaves nvidia. How noticeable is the difference between an RTX 4070 and an RTX 4080? I would like to keep the laptop under 1500€ if possible. However, the screen should already be 17", as I also want to work with it.
Many of the games I currently play run on Unreal Engine 5, if that can contribute to a better recommendation...
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Which Linux Distro. Should I Use?
Hi there! I was thinking about switching to Linux on my main Desktop computer, as I really enjoy it on my laptop. I’ve become increasingly frustrated with Microsoft’s use of AI and their bloated bullshit. But, I had a few questions before I potentially make a final decision.
If I do switch decide to switch, what Linux Distribution would you recommend to a gamer? I play a lot of games, everything from Minecraft, ROBLOX, Final Fantasy XIV Online, VRChat (with VirtualDesktop + Oculus Quest 3S). I play other games as well, such as Elden Ring, Fortnite and Baldurs Gate 3.
In the event I do switch to Linux, would I be losing out on anything? Like, in terms of functionality or performance. I currently use Windows 11 LTSC, which my friend helped me switch to after experiencing increasing frustrations with Windows 10.
Is the software I have compatible with Linux or will I encounter any issues with my hardware/software on Linux? My computer specs are:
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 11 LTSC CPU: AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D 8-Core Processor GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Storage: WD_BLACK 1TB SN770 NVMe Motherboard: Gigabyte B650 EAGLE AX
If you guys need any more information or need me to provide anything else to help me make a decision, I can gladly provide it.
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Stellar Blade gets Steam Deck Verified ahead of release
Dune: Awakening is out now and works well on Linux Desktop but rough on Steam Deck
Ubuntu 25.10 goes all-in with Wayland, dropping support for GNOME on Xorg (guess what distro I would not be using)
UPDATE- Has anyone had any success using two GPUs?
A few days ago I posted this thread, and I figured it out. (This is only for Nvidia GPUs, as I believe the Mesa drivers allow this to work much easier)
Since then, I've tried making multiple virtual displays, to no avail. Until I ordered a dummy HDMI plug, and I edited my Xorg conf to ONLY include my secondary GPU (the one not connected to the real display)
Section "Device" Identifier "Device0" Driver "nvidia" VendorName "NVIDIA Corporation" BoardName "NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3090" BusID "PCI:14:0:0" EndSectionThen, I disabled the dummy display under the XFCE4 settings. And boom; it works. Desktop usage is a little bit less smooth; but in gaming there is only a very slight input latency which is totally workable.
Then Nvidia picked it up as a PRIME display, which I thought is normally only for usage with integrated GPUs, turns out it even works on two dedicated GPUs!
I hope this reaches the right people that are trying to do the same thing :)
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Steam defaults games to 60Hz
Hello, I have just installed Fedora 42KDE with Wayland and the latest nvidia drivers 575.57 i think. The thing is, after i installed the drivers, my external monitor couldn't do 1080p 144hz anymore and I had to go to 120Hz, not much of an issue. The thing is that in games that dont have a refresh rate setting, the default refresh rate in games for steam seems to be 60Hz and I know this by using mangohud and enabling vsync in game and seeing the fps drop to 58-60. The thing is, the laptop refresh rate seems fine, but if i enable vsync on the laptop screen it still goes to 58-60 fps, weird (on games without refresh rate setting). I tried using gamescope in steam launch arguments but no game starts after using gamescope %command% or gamescope -r 120 -- %command% or smth like that. I am using proton ge 10.4 but i tried launch args with proton 9 and beta 10. Any idea what I can do or try? Thank you!
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