TronNerd82
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I am a based Linux gamer, using Slackware (desktop) and Debian (laptop) for all my cam-put-or gaming.
Is anyone else here a based Linux gamer?
Is anyone else here a based Linux gamer?
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Bitmap Frogs
Mr. Community
been a debian based gamer!
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Mihos
Gold Member
You proved yourself wrong
Faust
Perpetually Tired
Linux offers all the bells and whistles of Microsoft Windows or MacOS without the bloat. It is extremely customizable to the point of emulating whatever flavor/version of Windows/MacOS you want visually, you can actively use the search without it loading up microsoft edge and bing, and nearly any game is playable thanks to Valve's efforts and Wine support.
I have mine customized to look just like the Windows 95 Desktop environment, down to the smallest detail in glorious 4K. My biggest worry was game support, but thankfully I can play every single game I own with better performance than when the PC was running Windows.
Kar
Member
Try to play valorant.
ChuckeRearmed
Member
People on Linux are playing the operating system, not the games 
Lord Panda
The Sea is Always Right
I work with Linux for a living, but sadly I'm too cringe to game on it at home.
The impression I'm getting from some of you is that it's a worthwhile endeavour?
The impression I'm getting from some of you is that it's a worthwhile endeavour?
Hardly anyone I know customises their OS appearance anymore, everyone just uses the stock Windows 10 theme. People don't even change the ringtones on their phone, always hear the default Samsung/iPhone ringer.
Also if anyone's a Steam deck/OS user, that's now Arch based
I used Linux for couple of months but I don't recommend it to anyone. I fail to see what this mysterious bloat is, no benchmark or game seems to run significantly better on Linux. You can't even adjust scroll wheel speed which by default is frustratingly slow. Package manager is nice until you realize lot of stuff requires custom commands to get them to download.
sudo apt uninstall Faust
But on a more serious note: I simulate Ubuntu in VMs for work and other distributions for containers, but I'm not interested in using it as a day-to-day driver.
Thaedolus
Member
After my experience with Steam Deck, I'd be totally open to Linux gaming...most games do "just work," but since I work full time and have a family...the idea of finicking around on my desktop with something that I can't just setup out of the box and go is less appealing these days. A Windows 11 Pro key was like 30 bucks when I built my new PC and it runs exceptionally well, especially when taking just a couple minutes to turn off any bloat. W11 sucks shit on my work laptop though, because all the bloat can't be turned off plus IT and the OEM has all their additional bullshit...
In conclusion: yay Linux...maybe someday.
In conclusion: yay Linux...maybe someday.
MrTroubleMaker
Member
Debian-based
Jinzo Prime
Member
I'm hoping for Steam OS Stable this year. I won't be going back to an Ubuntu based distro.
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TronNerd82
Member
I would say so. It'll take a bit more tweaking and configuration for some games, but if you're willing to do so, it becomes a very rewarding experience.
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Grildon Tundy
Member
Yeah, I use a Steam Deck sometimes and once, I booted Ubuntu on old PC.
FateTrap
Member
I use OpenBSD on the 980 PRO 500GB SSD and Calculate Linux on the EVO 850 500GB SSD. (I use two SSDs in the same system)
I usually use OpenBSD for gaming (Morrowind, Xonotic, OpenArena, 0 A.D., sudoku, FlightGear, ..) But if I need Steam than I use Calculate Linux.
I prefer PCLinuxOS (XFS file system), Devuan (testing branch), Calculate Linux, ALT Sisyphus, Void Linux (glibc) and Alpine Linux
I usually use OpenBSD for gaming (Morrowind, Xonotic, OpenArena, 0 A.D., sudoku, FlightGear, ..) But if I need Steam than I use Calculate Linux.
I prefer PCLinuxOS (XFS file system), Devuan (testing branch), Calculate Linux, ALT Sisyphus, Void Linux (glibc) and Alpine Linux
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Roxkis_ii
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I've been thinking about switching from windows 11 to linux (I'm looking at mint at the moment). What are the things that keep you from going all in?
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Arch based.
kruis
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I've been running Windows ever since Windows 3.1 came out. If I went Linux, I'd have to spend an inordinate amount of time to make the OS do everything I'm used to doing/running now. I'd either have to get my favorite Windows applications (including Photoshop) running under Wine or find replacements for the apps that don't work. And for what? So I can say I now run an OS "without bloat"?
Two years ago I thought of going Mac, even bought a Mac Studio M1 and spent a good amount of time on that machine, but I disliked Mac OS. It didn't work that great with my PC monitor (colors are off), I had to install additional apps to make OSX recognize the correct monitor resolutions, to get my favorite Windows keyboard shortcuts to move windows, etc. It was a clunky experience, I didn't really like the OS and ultimately I stopped using it because my PC ran faster and was a lot nicer to use. So yeah, Windows for life here.
NeverYouMind
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I have a dual boot setup on a laptop with Linux Mint. I have not tried playing anything except emulators on it though. Would any distribution with the right packages be able to run windows-native Nioh 2 and Hogwarts Legacy smoothly if hardware specs meet requirements? If so, how?
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Topher
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Linux Mint is definitely a great choice. Primarily PC Game Pass and not hearing great things about Nvidia on Linux is keeping me in the Windows realm at this point. Pretty much everything else I need with Windows I could accomplish with a virtual machine.
lachesis
Member
I have 2 Windows 10 pc's that can't be upgraded to Windows 11.. and that's probably only reason I'm thinking of Linux.
(I really should sell them off, but thought of dealing with ebay and shipping etc..)
For whatever purposes, those will be fine if I can run some light web browsing and youtube...
I mean I have nothing to lose, so probably will try out with Linux. So many different distros though - so not sure what to begin with, or whether it will support my machine, but figuring out is half the fun, I guess?
(I really should sell them off, but thought of dealing with ebay and shipping etc..
)For whatever purposes, those will be fine if I can run some light web browsing and youtube...
I mean I have nothing to lose, so probably will try out with Linux. So many different distros though - so not sure what to begin with, or whether it will support my machine, but figuring out is half the fun, I guess?
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On the Steam Deck yeah, for sure.
On my desktop I'd rather have Windows. Honestly for being an IT guy (developer) my knowledge of Linux is pretty barebones. I like the penguin tho.
On my desktop I'd rather have Windows. Honestly for being an IT guy (developer) my knowledge of Linux is pretty barebones. I like the penguin tho.
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Unknown?
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Corporate shill! Your check is in the mail, keep up the good fight!
Omega Supreme Holopsicon
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I can recall a certain new windows feature that means linux will soon be necessary.
Soodanim
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Mint is among the most popular distros you will find. Very user friendly and very beginner friendly. It comes with plenty of software out of the box with the intention being that you can install and go. Great for first time Linux users, by all accounts. It's the one I'm going to go with.I have 2 Windows 10 pc's that can't be upgraded to Windows 11.. and that's probably only reason I'm thinking of Linux.
(I really should sell them off, but thought of dealing with ebay and shipping etc..
For whatever purposes, those will be fine if I can run some light web browsing and youtube...
I mean I have nothing to lose, so probably will try out with Linux. So many different distros though - so not sure what to begin with, or whether it will support my machine, but figuring out is half the fun, I guess?
lachesis
Member
Thanks for suggesting Mint. I was debating whether to go with Ubuntu or MInt, or some other distros like Elementary or what not...
I heard of Ubuntu first regarding Linux OS many years ago, that some of my colleagues who are more tech oriented mentioned. I'm no techie nor coder - but looks like Mint takes care of most of it pretty similar to Windows!
After watching several intro videos regarding Mint, I think I'm ready to jump in when time comes.
kruis
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I have 2 Windows 10 pc's that can't be upgraded to Windows 11.. and that's probably only reason I'm thinking of Linux.
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lachesis
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How to Bypass Windows 11's TPM, CPU and RAM Requirements
Use simple utilities to install Windows 11 on any PC.www.tomshardware.com
How to upgrade to Windows 11 without TPM 2.0 - and why you shouldn't
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That reminds me of side-loading my 2009 Macbook Pro to Catalina. I was able to run Catalina, and still chugging along to this date - but the OS itself is so heavy for my poor core 2 duo CPU with 8GB RAM, and turned off some features too.
Technically my 2 Windows 10 machines - one being i7 3930k with 32GB RAM with RX6600, and another being i7 3770k with 16GB RAM, GTX 970... both should run Windows 11 fine. Will see.
Unknown?
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Another good one for Windows users is Zorin OS.
Cha
Member
Gaming has primarily been console up until now, but since I didn't buy a current gen system, I gave Tekken 8 a try on Linux Mint DE. My pc specs are quite..."modest". But I can get a 99% smooth 60fps@1440p at low-ish settings. Wish there was HDR support on Mint though.
Only been using Linux for a few weeks, and still figuring out, but I like how lightweight it is.
Only been using Linux for a few weeks, and still figuring out, but I like how lightweight it is.
MrRenegade
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Korranator
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Just switched to a Arch based from windows almost 2 weeks ago.
Korranator
Member
It was just in the news Nvidia is working on open source drivers and Valve is helping them along with gnome and KDE.
Topher
Gold Member
That's good to hear. Will definitely give that a shot once they are released.
Paasei
Member
Only Steam Deck. Ran Ubuntu on my PC for some time a few years ago. Worked fine, but nothing noteworthy better. I just want to play games and don’t care about much else when it comes to PC’s in general.
There’s no reason for me to run a Linux distro other than “just because I can”.
There’s no reason for me to run a Linux distro other than “just because I can”.