NonSteamLaunchers adds support for the Minecraft Launcher and lots of bug fixes

The really interesting project NonSteamLaunchers to get all sorts of third-party launchers on Steam Deck like Battle.net, EA, Epic Games and more has now added support for the Minecraft Launcher and fixed a lot of problems.

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AirJet from Frore Systems could be great cooling for a Steam Deck 2

If there's one thing I truly want from a Steam Deck 2 aside from the usual performance related upgrades, it would be better cooling and less noise. Perhaps the new AirJet from Frore Systems is what Valve could use.

Humble has an awesome metroidvania bundle not to be missed

Humble Bundle just released their latest bundle and phew, if you like metroidvania styled game this is a cracking good deal overall not to be missed.

Proton Experimental update fixes "many" games on Steam Deck and desktop Linux

Valve has put out a small update to Proton Experimental, which should fix many games due to a regression that was hiding away.

Steam Deck OS update brings graphics driver fixes - ready up for SteamOS 3.5

Valve has now released two small graphics driver updates for Steam Deck OS (SteamOS) 3.4.8, which means the Preview update channel is now ready for a big update to drop.

New Stars is a slimmed down quicker Stellaris-like strategy sim

Need your 4x space fix but find the likes of Stellaris just a bit too long? Perhaps keep an eye on the upcoming release of New Stars.

The OmniCase 2 from JSAUX is a quality USB-C hub worth grabbing

A while ago hardware accessory maker JSAUX sent over the OmniCase 2 Pro, and it's a great USB-C hub worth grabbing if you need some extra ports for a Steam Deck, a desktop, laptop or anything in between.

Heroic Games Launcher 2.8.0 adds a DLC manager for Epic Games, side-loading browser apps

Heroic Games Launcher, my favourite way to get Epic Games and GOG on Steam Deck and desktop Linux released v2.8.0 with some great new features - here's a run over what's new and improved.

Get Battle.net, EA, Epic Games and more on Steam Deck the easy way

There's many different ways to get third-party launchers onto Steam Deck like Battle.net, EA, Epic Games and many others. Here's one way that does most of the work for you.

Settlement-building strategy game Circle of Kerzoven is up on Kickstarter

Made with Godot Engine with full Native Linux support planned, Circle of Kerzoven is an upcoming settlement-building strategy game with some heavy simulation going on.

Tactical RPG 'Radix Chronicle' getting Linux support

Radix Chronicle is an in-development tactical RPG from Marcus Sanders, better known as EpicNameBro known for making videos about Fromsoft games and their own game will now support Linux.

Wine 8.9 released with more PE work, Mono 8.0 and more Wayland updates

The latest biweekly development release for the Windows translation tool Wine is out, Wine 8.9 as usual brings new features and fixes that will eventually make their way into Steam Play Proton.

Nintendo blocked Dolphin emulator release on Steam

Back in March the plan was announced for the Wii and GameCube emulator Dolphin to release on Steam, along with some useful Steam features but now that seems unlikely to happen.

Nintendo hits Valve with DMCA against the Dolphin emulator release

Back in March the plan was announced for the Wii and GameCube emulator Dolphin to release on Steam, along with some useful Steam features but now that seems unlikely to happen.

Warhammer 40,000: Gladius - Relics of War is free to keep until June 1st

Get your 4x Warhammer strategy gaming on, as Warhammer 40,000: Gladius - Relics of War from Proxy Studios and Slitherine Ltd is free to claim and keep until June 1st.

If You Like... Left 4 Dead

What’s this? An entirely new genre, you say? Well, arguably that’s exactly what Valve presented to the public in 2008 with the original Left 4 Dead, and its superlative sequel the following year. But was it really a new genre?

Help fund Fish Folk, an ever-growing bundle of open source multiplayer games

Fish Folk is an in-development and constantly growing bundle of multiplayer games. All open source and they want your help to grow bigger and better.

Save 10% on Erra: Exordium on Steam

Erra: Exordium is a 2D action adventure game in Dieselpunk setting. Explore a world based on Sumerian-Akkadian mythology. Take the role of a scientist who was able to cheat death and fight the rebellious army of mechatrons.

Save 10% on Halls of Torment on Steam

Slay hordes of terrifying monsters in this horde survival roguelite. Descend into the Halls of Torment where the lords of the underworld await you.

Total War: PHARAOH announced - Linux port from Feral Interactive

SEGA and Creative Assembly officially announced Total War: PHARAOH today for release in October 2023, and as usual Feral Interactive will be doing their Linux and macOS ports.

Cities: Skylines gets a final expansion with Hotels & Retreats out now

That's it, the development and expansions to the hit city-builder Cities: Skylines are over with the release of Hotels & Retreats. With the developer moving onto the sequel.

Starship Troopers: Extermination is a little janky but so much fun

A little janky in places as expected from an Early Access game but Starship Troopers: Extermination is a lot of fun to play with friends and even complete strangers.

Get some quality deck-building in this game bundle

Love your deck-building roguelikes? Well there's a Humble Bundle just for that so here's what's included and the compatibility on Steam Deck and desktop Linux.

FX Technology tease their upgraded screen for Steam Deck

Fancy upgrading the resolution of your Steam Deck screen? Well it seems FX Technology also known as F(x)tec are planning to offer Steam Deck screen upgrades under the Deck HD brand.

Prison Architect has a final free update out now

Prison Architect is officially done. The final update has rolled out with The Sunset Update, as Paradox Interactive and Double Eleven have said they're finished with it.

Mundfish remove graphics options from Atomic Heart on Steam Deck

This is just weird. Developer Mundfish seems to have intentionally removed all graphics options for Atomic Heart on Steam Deck.

Starship Troopers: Extermination is a little janky but so much fun

A little janky in places as expected from an Early Access game but Starship Troopers: Extermination is a lot of fun to play with friends and even complete strangers.

This new bundle has multiplayer treats like Borderlands 3 and Generation Zero

Up for some multiplayer gaming? Humble Bundle has a May Multiplayer Madness bundle up, so here's what to expect from it on desktop Linux and Steam Deck.

Realm Architect looks like an awesome modern VTT

Realm Architect is an attempt to make a next-gen virtual tabletop experience, while also keeping it simpler to get into and keep running. It also looks great and it's confirmed to get Linux support now too.

Lutris v0.5.13 adds Proton support, itch and battle.net integration

The latest release of the all-in-one game manager Lutris is here, with v0.5.13 bringing with it some important features like new store integrations.

Have you picked up anything during Steam Sports Fest 2023?

Steam Sports Fest has officially begun (I'm a little late on that) and it runs until May 22nd, so you've got plenty of time to check it out.

Fanatical offering a new Premium Steam Deck Bundle

With a whole bunch of games that are Steam Deck Verified, the new Play on the Go Premium Edition Bundle from Fanatical may be worth a look.

Steam gets game trials with Dead Space being first, plus Valve dumps Google Analytics

Two bits of Steam news for you here, as Valve continue iterating on Steam features for players and developers.

Fanatical's Bundle Fest begins with the Killer Bundle 26

Fanatical do a Bundle Fest every now and then, where a new bundle of games is announced every day for a week and the first is the Killer Bundle 26.

If You Like… Diablo

There shouldn’t be any arguments when I claim that the original Diablo was a masterpiece. Launched in the 90’s, it defined a new genre of dungeon crawling, successfully mixing traditional Rogue/Nethack elements with beautiful visuals, real-time comba…

Humble Store's Spring Sale 2023 has tons of great deals

Here's your next chance to pick up some absolute bargains, as Humble Store are running their Spring Sale for 2023 which is live until May 23rd.

Dead by Daylight gets Steam Deck Verified

Well, I've been waiting to see what the public official word would be on Dead by Daylight and now it's official. Dead by Daylight is now Steam Deck Verified.

Get MONSTER HUNTER RISE and Dragon's Dogma: Dark Arisen in this game bundle

Need even more games? You can't possibly, you already have hundreds (thousands?) but a few more can't hurt right? A fresh Humble Bundle is up to help you save some monies.

ChimeraOS 42, the Linux distro for handhelds and consoles v42 is out

Want to get Linux onto your handheld PC or your living room PC console? ChimeraOS is probably what you're going to want and version 42 has just been released.