Liam @ GamingOnLinux 🐧🎮

News + Opinions.  One person mostly. Creator of many forms. Support on Patreon: http://patreon.com/liamdawe  https://www.gamingonlinux.com (official account) 

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2026-03-13 14:51:14 UTC

Letter from the owner - our stance on generative AI https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2026/03/letter-from-the-owner-our-stance-on-generative-ai/
#AI #GenAI

2026-03-12 10:41:17 UTC

Lutris now being built with Claude AI, developer decides to hide it after backlash https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2026/03/lutris-now-being-built-with-claude-ai-developer-decides-to-hide-it-after-backlash/
#Lutris #AI #OpenSource #Linux

2026-03-11 12:23:11 UTC

Valve detail Steam Frame and Steam Machine Verified requirements at GDC 2026 https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2026/03/valve-detail-steam-frame-and-steam-machine-verified-requirements-at-gdc-2026/
#SteamFrame #SteamMachine #VR #SteamOS #Linux #Steam

2026-03-11 10:40:45 UTC

PlayStation 3 emulator RPCS3 is getting improved handheld PC support https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2026/03/playstation-3-emulator-rpcs3-is-getting-improved-handheld-pc-support/
#PS3 #Emulation #Gaming #SteamDeck

2025-01-24 16:31:26 UTC

Threads: account scheduled for deletion.
Bluesky and Mastodon all the way.

2024-12-09 13:16:07 UTC

Raspberry Pi 500 and Raspberry Pi Monitor are available now https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2024/12/raspberry-pi-500-and-raspberry-pi-monitor-are-available-now/
#RaspberryPi #RPi #Linux

2024-12-03 15:45:37 UTC

Anyone know who takes bug reports for the @npub1wfe…w0av website?
Linking direct to a distro install page is a 500 error like https://flathub.org/setup/Kubuntu
But it does work if you go to the setup page first, then click the distro.
<_<

2024-12-02 21:19:14 UTC

European Federation of Journalists to stop posting content on X
https://www.thelondoneconomic.com/news/media/european-federation-of-journalists-to-stop-posting-content-on-x-386598/
Pretty significant nail in the coffin.

2024-12-02 10:01:14 UTC

Linux share remains above 2% in the November 2024 Steam Survey thanks to Steam Deck https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2024/12/linux-share-remains-above-2-in-the-november-2024-steam-survey-thanks-to-steam-deck/
#Linux #SteamDeck #Steam #PCGaming

2024-12-01 18:08:07 UTC

Elon getting desperate. Load up Twitter to full app advert, push notifications and in-app notifications for Premium.
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2024-11-28 11:35:59 UTC

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I'm sure their designers would have thought of all this though, they're not amateurs

2024-11-28 10:20:42 UTC

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When you look at your hands though, your thumbs naturally rest where the sticks are, so it might not be as bad as you think

2024-11-27 18:37:11 UTC

New Steam Controller 2 and VR controller designed got leaked https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2024/11/new-steam-controller-2-and-vr-controller-designed-got-leaked/
#SteamController #SteamDeck #Steam

2024-11-26 18:43:35 UTC

Bluesky can't have all the fun...so here's an exclusive Mastodon giveaway.
I reached down the back of the sofa, and pulled out a Humble Gift (Steam key) for Jurassic World Evolution 2!
Want to win it?
- Follow
- Like (favourite?)
- Repost (boost?)
The winner will be notified by a tag and then a DM with the key.
Closes Monday, December 2nd, 7PM UTC.

2024-11-26 16:23:38 UTC

Nintendo 3DS emulator getting a pull request to support haptic bluetooth buttplugs was not on my bingo card for 2024.
It's from July, but still, lol
https://github.com/wheremyfoodat/Panda3DS/pull/535

2024-11-26 12:20:56 UTC

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nope, this account auto-posts no need for it to go anywhere

2024-11-26 10:02:59 UTC

2K Launcher is finally no more - that's at least one publisher making things better for gamers https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2024/11/2k-launcher-is-finally-no-more-thats-at-least-one-publisher-making-things-better-for-gamers/
#Linux #LinuxGaming #PCGaming

2024-11-25 20:00:09 UTC

HAAAhahaha
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2024-11-25 19:19:50 UTC

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getting VC funding doesn't make them rich, and it's an open platform, Threads is not - even though they're slowly opening up to the Fediverse, none of Threads is open

2024-11-25 19:07:50 UTC

#Threads / Meta continue feeling the heat from the #Bluesky.
They're testing letting you pin any feed as your home, and making feeds more visible on mobile.
Bluesky and Mastodon will continue to be my home though. Fool me once with a bajillionaire-owned platform...

2024-11-25 18:34:49 UTC

Spose now is as good a time as any to announce, but we're working on our own curated anti-cheat list: https://www.gamingonlinux.com/anticheat/

2024-11-25 14:14:35 UTC

uBlacklist is my favourite Chrome extension, so I can block ridiculous websites from Google search, like comic book (dot) com that do crap like:
"PS5’s Biggest New Game Now Supports the Steam Deck"
(It's LEGO Horizon Adventures, it got Verified)
https://chromewebstore.google.com/detail/ublacklist/pncfbmialoiaghdehhbnbhkkgmjanfhe?hl=en

2024-11-24 09:27:21 UTC

I’m really trying hard to not dunk on here, but this sort of thing just needs calling out.
Because, with the greatest respect, what the fuck is this.
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2024-11-23 18:57:02 UTC

Is there no way to share a list so other people can pin it on Mastodon?

2024-11-23 17:03:21 UTC

The Sci-Fi Shooters Humble Bundle is a top deal with System Shock, Prey, Crysis Remastered 1 - 3 https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2024/11/the-sci-fi-shooters-humble-bundle-is-a-top-deal-with-system-shock-prey-crysis-remastered-1-3/
#Linux #LinuxGaming #PCGaming

2024-11-21 15:42:03 UTC

Squad-tactics cyberpunk strategy game Cyber Knights: Flashpoint now Steam Deck Verified https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2024/11/squad-tactics-cyberpunk-strategy-game-cyber-knights-flashpoint-now-steam-deck-verified/
#Linux #LinuxGaming #PCGaming

2024-11-20 12:28:00 UTC

FromSoftware owner Kadokawa confirms Sony sent an 'initial letter of intent' to acquire them https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2024/11/fromsoftware-owner-kadokawa-confirms-sony-sent-an-initial-letter-of-intent-to-acquire-them/
#Linux #LinuxGaming #PCGaming

2024-11-20 10:59:14 UTC

In case you haven't read it before: Faster Zombies to Steam Deck: The History of Valve and Linux Gaming
https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2021/07/faster-zombies-to-steam-deck-the-history-of-valve-and-linux-gaming/
#SteamDeck #Linux

2024-11-20 09:18:16 UTC

Steam Controller 2 is apparently a thing and being 'tooled for a mass production' plus a new VR controller https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2024/11/steam-controller-2-is-apparently-a-thing-and-being-tooled-for-a-mass-production-plus-a-new-vr-controller/
#Linux #LinuxGaming #PCGaming

2024-11-19 19:37:16 UTC

Since I come across this issue constantly...
#GameDev if you want your game on #SteamDeck, and you don't have a #Linux version - don't in any way tag it for Linux / SteamOS. All that does is result in a broken empty download.
Do nothing. Valve check themselves using Proton via Deck Verified.

2024-11-19 10:32:27 UTC

Sony reportedly looking to acquire Kadokawa, owner of ELDEN RING dev FromSoftware https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2024/11/sony-reportedly-looking-to-acquire-kadokawa-owner-of-elden-ring-dev-fromsoftware/
#Linux #LinuxGaming #PCGaming

2024-11-18 16:53:52 UTC

Not that I have any actual reason to do so, since this account now auto-posts. Just as a backup for whatever reason, I've bridged it on Bluesky so you can follow here.
[@gamingonlinux.com](https://bsky.brid.gy/r/https://bsky.app/profile/gamingonlinux.com )
(No I'm not leaving Masto, I have zero reason to)

2024-11-17 22:58:49 UTC

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it’s not about a person, it’s about a specific conversations, as stated in the OP

2024-11-17 22:24:08 UTC

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that is not a solution to what i’m asking

2024-11-17 22:02:59 UTC

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And the iOS app not having the mute conversation / thread feature at all drives me nuts.

2024-11-17 22:02:07 UTC

Why can’t I mute a conversation that someone else tagged me in on Mastodon web 😫

2024-11-15 14:39:54 UTC

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works fine, ur plugins will probably be blocking it

2024-11-07 15:01:24 UTC

NVIDIA GeForce NOW will soon limit your hours per month but some memberships get upgraded https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2024/11/nvidia-geforce-now-will-soon-limit-your-hours-per-month-but-some-memberships-get-upgraded/
#NVIDIA #GeForceNOW

2024-10-02 07:45:52 UTC

China continues rising on the Steam Survey with Linux now at 1.87% https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2024/10/china-continues-rising-on-the-steam-survey-with-linux-now-at-1-87p/
#Steam #Linux #SteamDeck
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2024-10-01 08:56:19 UTC

In Thyria you enter dreams to combat demons in this unique party-based RPG https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2024/10/in-thyria-you-enter-dreams-to-combat-demons-in-this-unique-party-based-rpg/
#IndieGames #Linux #PCGaming
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2024-09-28 07:12:04 UTC

Valve (Steam) begin a direct collaboration with Arch Linux https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2024/09/valve-steam-begin-a-direct-collaboration-with-arch-linux/
#Steam #Linux #SteamDeck #ArchLinux
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2024-09-05 21:39:40 UTC

Every time without fail that I post an alternative place you can find me:
- Weird mastonerds: "hurr no i'm not using that"
Stop it. No one cares that you're not using it.

2024-09-04 16:20:51 UTC

No Man's Sky adds fishing, a fishing skiff, a new expedition, deep-sea diving and loads more https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2024/09/no-mans-sky-adds-fishing-a-fishing-skiff-a-new-expedition-deep-sea-diving-and-loads-more/
#NoMansSky #SteamDeck #Linux #PCGaming
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2024-08-29 16:42:07 UTC

There seems to be a Steam server outage going on atm, some reporting they cannot login.
Valve said it's affecting their games too. It's being worked on.

2024-08-27 18:18:11 UTC

Microsoft donates the Mono Project to the Wine team https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2024/08/microsoft-donates-the-mono-project-to-the-wine-team/
#OpenSource #Microsoft #Wine #Linux
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2024-08-27 15:26:16 UTC

If anyone replies to me with something like:
"how is this news?"
- Instant Mute.
Seriously. Some of your attitudes are so so tiring to read.
Let me take you to school for a moment:
- Did something happen? Might some people be interested to know about it?
- Congratulations. That's news.

2024-08-24 11:13:41 UTC

NVIDIA driver with Linux kernel 6.10 causing kernel oops https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2024/08/nvidia-driver-with-linux-kernel-6-10-causing-kernel-oops/
#NVIDIA #Linux
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2024-08-22 12:42:37 UTC

Genki reveal a new Tokyo Xtreme Racer is in the works https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2024/08/genki-reveal-a-new-tokyo-xtreme-racer-is-in-the-works/
#Genki #TokyoXtremeRacer
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2024-08-22 10:53:58 UTC

Proton 9.0-3 now in testing to bring more game compatibility to Steam Deck / Linux https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2024/08/proton-9-0-3-now-in-testing-to-bring-more-game-compatibility-to-steam-deck-linux/
#SteamDeck #Linux #Proton
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2024-08-21 19:18:23 UTC

Celebrating 6 years since Valve announced Steam Play Proton for Linux
https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2024/08/celebrating-6-years-since-valve-announced-steam-play-proton-for-linux/
#Linux #SteamDeck #Proton

2024-08-20 16:42:52 UTC

Canonical bring more Steam Snap improvements, also hiring more Desktop Software Engineers https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2024/08/canonical-bring-more-steam-snap-improvements-also-hiring-more-desktop-software-engineers/
#Ubuntu #Linux #Steam
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2024-08-15 13:21:42 UTC

Dwarf Fortress adds Dwarf Babies, an upgraded Adventure Mode and more but macOS cancelled https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2024/08/dwarf-fortress-adds-dwarf-babies-an-upgraded-adventure-mode-and-more-but-macos-cancelled/
#DwarfFortress #Linux #SteamDeck
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2024-08-15 10:45:56 UTC

Valve attempts to deal with jokes, memes and ASCII art reviews on Steam https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2024/08/valve-attempts-to-deal-with-jokes-memes-and-ascii-art-reviews-on-steam/
#Steam #Valve #PCGaming
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2024-07-31 13:08:37 UTC

Intel Core Ultra Lunar Lake launches September 3 https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2024/07/intel-core-ultra-lunar-lake-launches-september-3/
#Intel #LunarLake
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2024-07-05 17:56:46 UTC

Factorio: Space Age and the 2.0 free update set for release in October https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2024/07/factorio-space-age-and-the-20-free-update-set-for-release-in-october/
#Factorio #Linux #SteamDeck
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2024-07-02 15:25:25 UTC

Dead Rising Deluxe Remaster announced for Steam releasing September https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2024/07/dead-rising-deluxe-remaster-announced-for-steam-releasing-september/
#DeadRising #Linux #SteamDeck
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2024-07-01 18:56:47 UTC

Facebook / Mate are utterly fucking stupid.
They auto-remove my article on the OpenSSH flaw in the GamnigOnLinux page because it "goes against community standards" 🤦

2024-06-28 16:42:15 UTC

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Sponsored by all the people who come into our Telegram asking for help with Kali

2024-06-28 15:37:29 UTC

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"Featuring special guest expert editors from Reddit comment sections"

2024-06-28 15:23:10 UTC

A little light #Linux reading for the weekend
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2024-06-28 15:02:07 UTC

Are you a #GameDev? Sound off in the comments so I and others have more cool people to follow, bonus points if you remember to link your game.
#FollowFriday or whatever

2024-06-27 14:09:10 UTC

NVIDIA driver 555.58 released as stable bringing Wayland Explicit Sync https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2024/06/nvidia-driver-555-58-released-as-stable-bringing-wayland-explicit-sync/
#NVIDIA #Linux
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2024-06-26 18:55:15 UTC

Steam Game Recording Beta announced - works on Linux and Steam Deck too https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2024/06/steam-game-recording-beta-announced-works-on-linux-and-steam-deck-too/
#Steam #Linux #SteamDeck
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2024-06-18 16:18:32 UTC

Drill Keeper seems to have it all with deckbuilding, tower defense and roguelite survival https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2024/06/drill-keeper-seems-to-have-it-all-with-deckbuilding-tower-defense-and-roguelite-survival/
#PCGaming #Linux #Gaming
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2024-06-17 20:10:46 UTC

Paradox Interactive completely cancelled Life by You https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2024/06/paradox-interactive-completely-cancelled-life-by-you/
#ParadoxInteractive #LifebyYou
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2024-06-11 09:38:55 UTC

Kitsune Tails is a gay furry Mario-like steeped in Japanese mythology releasing August 1 https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2024/06/kitsune-tails-is-a-gay-furry-mario-like-steeped-in-japanese-mythology-releasing-august-1/
#Linux #PCGaming #SteamDeck
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2024-06-09 17:31:32 UTC

DOOM: The Dark Ages announced for Steam in 2025 https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2024/06/doom-the-dark-ages-announced-for-steam-in-2025/
#DOOM #PCGaming #Steam
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2024-06-07 21:34:55 UTC

Proton Experimental gets updates for Guild Wars 2, Squad, Sleeping Dogs and more https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2024/06/proton-experimental-gets-updates-for-guild-wars-2-squad-sleeping-dogs-and-more/
#Linux #SteamDeck #Proton
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2024-06-06 19:22:19 UTC

GOG will purge your Cloud Saves that hit over 200MB https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2024/06/gog-will-purge-your-cloud-saves-that-hit-over-200mb/
#GOG #PCGaming
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2024-06-02 11:11:54 UTC

ASUS reveal the ROG Ally X with more RAM, more storage, larger battery https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2024/06/asus-reveal-the-rog-ally-x-with-more-ram-more-storage-larger-battery/
#ASUS #ROGAllyX #ROGAlly
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2024-06-02 09:46:07 UTC

Linux user share on Steam breaks 2% thanks to Steam Deck https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2024/06/linux-user-share-on-steam-breaks-2pc-thanks-to-steam-deck/
#Linux #Steam #SteamDeck
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2024-05-31 08:06:01 UTC

God of War Ragnarok and Until Dawn coming to Steam, requires PlayStation Network Account https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2024/05/god-of-war-ragnarok-and-until-dawn-coming-to-steam-requires-playstation-network-account/
#PCGaming #PlayStation #GodofWarRagnarok #UntilDawn
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2024-05-30 16:22:44 UTC

Rack and Slay answers the question of "what if a dungeon crawler was like billiards" https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2024/05/rack-and-slay-answers-the-question-of-what-if-a-dungeon-crawler-was-like-billiards/
#IndieGame #Linux #PCGaming
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2024-05-30 11:40:46 UTC

Framework Laptop 13 gets Intel Core Ultra with a 120 Hz display, and cheaper AMD models https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2024/05/framework-laptop-13-gets-intel-core-ultra-with-a-120-hz-display-and-cheaper-amd-models/
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2024-05-23 09:57:40 UTC

Google AI is a hot sticky mess. Now they're telling people to add glue to pizza, as it took a shitpost from Reddit.
Credit: https://www.threads.net/@petergyang/post/C7S6fzINqZj
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2024-05-21 12:05:12 UTC

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uh, what was even the point of this post but to scare people?

2024-05-21 11:19:52 UTC

It's beeautiful! APICO 4.0 brings automation machines to the chilled beekeeping sim https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2024/05/its-beeautiful-apico-4-0-brings-automation-machines-to-the-chilled-beekeeping-sim/
#IndieGame #SteamDeck #Linux #Bees
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2024-05-17 07:19:10 UTC

Still crazy that Epic Games refuse to turn on Proton support for #Fortnite
So we can’t play on #SteamDeck / Linux.

2024-05-10 19:34:04 UTC

What do you think is the best thing to happen to #Linux in the last few years?

2024-05-09 18:42:13 UTC

I have 4TB in my PC 😆
I'm using nearly all of it 💀
No, I will not uninstall all those games I haven't played for over a year.