Hello everyone, I recently installed Bazzite on my main mini-PC because I've been in a long way of searching the best setup for a desktop-TV gaming environment. I didn´t want to switch to Linux because of the launcher and games compatibility, and because I had all my library well managed on Playnite, but the Playnite full-screen environment was simply not usable enough for me: whatever I tried, it was laggy, and it was uncomfortable to use on the TV.

Well, now I am very happy with how Bazzite works and I think it is perfect for my gaming necessities. I mean, my PC is in a mid-range tier and I cannot play recent releases and heavy AAA games (and normally I am not that interested). But I REALLY miss how easy was the library management on Windows. Just configure Playnite, search for a game and install. This process is much harder on Linux.

I will tell you what I've tried so far:

- Lutris: in paper, it is what I need - connect my gaming libraries, install a game and then add it to Steam for playing on the big screen. Sounds cool, but EA, itch and Ubi connections seems to be broken (at least, I cannot really connect to them or launch the app in Ubisoft case). Also, have near to 0 search or tagging capabilities.

- Heroic: Works a little better, but as far as I know, cannot connect neither ubisoft, EA or itch services

None of them offers the experience that Playnite or GOG Galaxy does. So, the question is, which is the best alternative or what do you use in a daily basis? My dream solution should have these features:

• see all of my game library and search non installed games (steam, epic, gog, amazon, itch, ea and ubi)
• if possible, downloading and installing
• tagging, filtering and advanced search

I could live without the last two points and just use an alternative to search in my whole library. With all the free games, steam purchases and steam family games, I often forget which games do I really have in my collection. The Steam gaming mode is so good that I don´t mind if I just use a library manager, then install my games manually via Lutris, Heroic, Bottles or whatever works, and then add them to Steam.

There is so many options and information and I am a bit lost. I know I can run Playnite and GOG Galaxy via Bottles, but some people say they ran poorly, and I can imagine that it is not the best way of installing and playing a game on Linux. I have also seen some web-based apps (I use Backloggd regularly), but none of them actually seems to be able to connect with all my libraries such as Playnite (and no way I am importing all of these games manually). In addition, I have not found solution to my Lutris problems and it seems like no one really recommends using Cartridges (just adding more examples).

I am just a noobie linux gaming user, I installed this 3 days ago. Just looking for information and something that could be similar to that Playnite desktop environment. But I am open to other alternatives. So feel free to tell my how do you experience Linux gaming, maybe it suits my needs.

Also worth mentioning: the platforms where I have the most games, in descending order, would be: itch.io, Steam, GOG, Epic, Amazon and then I have like 20 games combining EA, Ubisoft, Humble and Battle.net

Thank you!

Hey there :)

I’m Krisz, a solo indie dev, and after 3 years of development, I'm finally releasing TerraForge 1.0 on November 20th.

TerraForge is a relaxing mining simulation game mixed with a bit of shop management. You dig for ores, master crafting items, research new blueprints, improve your shop, sell your items and slowly grow your own little mining town.

It might be a game you can enjoy or relax into after a long day. Hopefully :D If not, that's totally cool. I just tried my best to create a kinda fun relaxing game.

You can check it on Steam if you're interested:
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This is one of the biggest issue with proton atm. I'm sure its happened in other games too. I'm playing Dying Light via Heroic (the epic version). A very annoying issue is that some settings don't persist between relaunches. I have to manually switch off Chromatic aberration and film grain every time, and subtitles. I don't even bother with changing controls now.

How can ı solve this problem

Can it run dx11 on launch options?

Bought some new games recently, some of which to my surprise utilize older native Linux ports. Imagine my shock when they open on the wrong monitor, handle resolutions incorrectly, crash, and come with a laundry list of other bugs. Often times, these native games didn't work properly with past Windows saves, either. It dawned on me one of my biggest concerns with Linux gaming blowing up is broken native ports that deter users away from a smooth experience. You can absolutely just switch to Proton and these issues magically disappear, but there's *tons* of games where this is a problem.

What is to be done? As the Steam Machine finds its way into people's living rooms, they want a low-maintenance machine that just runs games, and it seems like broken/shoddy native ports are an obstacle.

I made a post two days ago mentioning how I had a million and one issues with OpenSUSE and CachyOS. A lot of rude comments insulting my intelligence or misinterpreting my statements. My entire post was removed so figured I would give an update in a new post.

Spent 2 hours last night just building Arch Linux instead of using a downstream distro of Arch. Got the performance I was expecting with World of Warcraft running at 250fps at 1440p on High settings.

Some people may have success with OpenSUSE or CachyOS but I didn't and there could be a multitude of factors. Simply building Arch from scratch allowed me to determined what I wanted exactly instead of the distro coming preloaded with a bunch of stuff. Point is, I got it working way faster and more stable in Arch compared to all the other distros.

So... No, I'm not a wintard who doesn't understand Linux and just rage quits.

GFL pc port just got released on steam and wanted to try it but the game opens and just crashes during loading. I tried using different protons even GE but no fix. Any tips how to fix that crashing?

Does anyone have experience with SteamOS or the "gaming" distros where it comes to having +4 gamepads? The experience is not at all smooth with Windows. I don't have room in my life for going from bad to worse.

I have an assortment of Gamepads, old Logitech's, GameSir Teganaria T3, and some other random no names who fake being a PS4, Switch or XBox controllers.

Nothing is going to change if you just keep dealing with it. Either stop supporting something you don't like or stop complaining about it. I don't particularly care if you use Windows or Linux or Mac or Temple OS... Just stop complaining about it when you can start the change you want to see in the world.

Did the collective world just lose its balls? Do people complain for complaints sake? My 10 yr old does this and I correct him too.

I want those games on Linux, I want all games on everything MAC, Linux, Windows. But if i just suck it up and take what's given nothing will change.

I was just annoyed by all the Windows complaining but then sucking it up and taking it in the next sentence.

Hi sub! I have a very specific question: as of today, is there a way to get FSR4 working in Stalker 2 but not on CachyOS? I'm checking ProtonDB constantly but the only mentions for the FSR4 are from CachyOS users and i'm on vanilla Arch. Have someone get it work already? If yes, could you please share your Proton version and launch arguments? Thanks!

EDIT: the gpu is 9070 XT

Using steam Proton to play GTA SA with the downgraded modded 1.0 i've tried versions 7-10 i have the WINEDLLOVERRIDES enabled. The intro videos will not play and default to this. From what I can gather it is codec related, but I have no clue how to do that through steams proton.

Title says it all really. Been rocking a DELL XPS 15 but has got some damage (mainly the hinge is broke and it’s more expensive to repair than to get a new one at this point, plus no warranty left).

That being said, what would be a good replacement in 2025? Eyeing a Thinkpad, though would prefer a slim model with a decent screen. Also those ASUS laptops seem decent, but not sure how’s the hardware support on Linux.

Mainly looking to have:\ 14/15” Display\ Added GPU\ Good keyboard\ Good battery life\ Excellent Linux support

Would rather use AMD, Ryzen 5/7/9 if applicable

Let me hear what you guys think!

I'm a Linux daily driver. I have a YouTube channel where I cover gaming. I was so impressed with the possibility of the new steam machine that I made two videos about it. This is part two where I go over specific questions I have Plus I talk about how some of my concerns were asuaged.

Hey everyone,
I’m finally thinking about switching from Windows to Linux and I’m stuck between CachyOS and Bazzite. My main uses are gaming and programming, and I’ve seen a ton of mixed opinions about both.

I’m comfortable with terminals and setting things up, I’m just worried about choosing something that ends up not working well for my workflow.

So if you daily-drive either one:

How stable has it been for you? Any issues with gaming (Steam, Proton, Lutris, etc.)? How is it for developers long-term? Which one would you pick for a Windows user moving over for the first time?

Would love to hear real experiences before I install anything. Thanks!

Honestly, I see more people hating on Linux users for being obnoxious elitists than the thing they're hating on.