Steam Deck Beta updates, plus easy Flatpak updates and more HDR teasing

Three fun bits for you today including Steam desktop and Steam Deck Beta updates, an easy way to update third-party Flatpaks on Steam Deck in Gaming Mode and another HDR teaser from Valve.

Steam Deck Vs Aya Neo 2 vs GPD Win 4 Vs One X Player. Why the Steam Deck Continues to be Better

Steam Deck Vs Aya Neo 2 vs GPD Win 4 Vs One X Player is the big debate right now! This is why the Steam Deck will continue to be better, but why its current ...

Humble Choice for January 2023 has DOOM Eternal, a good month for Steam Deck

Up for a fresh set of games? The Humble Choice subscription is back for January 2023 and the highlight game for some here will likely be DOOM Eternal. Here's a run over the compatibility expected on Steam Deck and Linux desktop.

Latest Steam Survey sees a minor dip for Linux & Steam Deck, still trending nicely overall

December 2022 results are in for the Steam Hardware & Software Survey and overall the Linux share is down but the overall trend is still good.

306: 2023 Linux Predictions, Xfce 4.18, Steam Winter Sale & More!

This week’s episode of Destination Linux, we’re going to discuss our predictions for 2023 as well as our hopes and dreams for this coming year. Then we discu...

306: 2023 Linux Predictions, Xfce 4.18, Steam Winter Sale & More!

This week’s episode of Destination Linux, we’re going to discuss our predictions for 2023 as well as our hopes and dreams for this coming year. Then we discu...

What I want to see in 2023 for Linux, Gaming, Steam Deck and more

The end of a year is a good time to sit, think and reflect on what a year it has been and what we hope 2023 will bring so here's some of what I want and what I think could happen.

Valve revealed the most played games on Steam Deck for 2022

Valve put up a big list of all the top games on Steam for 2022, and they've given a breakdown across different categories like the Steam Deck.

Jsaux Steam Deck Accessory Unboxing!

Recently got a nice surprise special delivery courtesy of Jsaux! Lets Unbox it and see what they sent!

Some of the best Steam Deck games in 2022

Here's my own take on a top list of games to check out for Steam Deck that were released in some form in 2022, or had a major update to improve them.

Steam Deck OS update fixes factory reset, Forza Horizon 5 OS update in Preview

Valve have released two small updates to the Steam Deck OS (SteamOS) and here's what's new and improved.

A round-up of what was popular on GamingOnLinux in 2022

Here's an end of year 2022 round-up of some of the most-read articles on GamingOnLinux that I've picked out, just in case you missed any!

Steam Deck hits over 7,000 games playable

Closing in nicely on the big 10K, the Steam Deck gaming handheld from Valve has hit over 7,000 games noted to be Playable or Verified.

The Steam Deck really doesn't need exclusives

Now and then the exclusive game discussion pops up, because someone thinks it would be a good idea to lock games to a platform. Here we go again.

Xbox Game Studios talk more of their titles on Steam Deck

For the third time, Xbox Game Studios have talked up about their games on the Steam Deck and what compatibility to expect for it.

SteamOS 3.4 is out now for Steam Deck

Pulling in tons of improvements for desktop mode, along with a healthy dose of bug fixes elsewhere, the SteamOS 3.4 update for Steam Deck has been released.

ProtonUp-Qt v2.7.7 adds support for NorthstarProton to play modded Titanfall 2

ProtonUp-Qt, the very useful installer app to get different compatibility layers on Steam Deck and Linux desktop, has version 2.7.7 up adding in new tools.

Steam Deck for Christmas? Here Are Some Tips!

So did you wake up this Christmas morning and receive a Steam Deck as a gift? Well here are some quick tips to help you enjoy your shiny new handheld console...

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Gorgeous 3D adventure platformer New Super Lucky's Tale is now Steam Deck Verified

New Super Lucky's Tale appears to be one that somewhat flew under the radar. Originally released in 2020, it looks quite wonderful and after an update it became Steam Deck Verified.

SteamOS 3.4 is out now for Steam Deck

Pulling in tons of improvements for desktop mode, along with a healthy dose of bug fixes elsewhere, the SteamOS 3.4 update for Steam Deck has been released.

Proton Experimental fixes The Witcher 3, plus better steering wheel support

Valve has updated Proton Experimental for Steam Deck and Linux desktop with a few quick fixes so here's the usual run over what's new.

Steam Deck shipping update for Asia notes a few issues but plenty get it this year

Valve and Komodo have given an update on the shipping of the Steam Deck through Japan, South Korea, Hong Kong, and Taiwan.

Retro fuelled FPS 'Selaco' has easily one of the best demos I've ever played

Selaco, an upcoming GZDoom-based shooter from Altered Orbit Studios has been featured before and I'm bringing it back again here because of the huge upgrade to the demo. It's simply fantastic.

My game of the year 2022 is the Steam Deck

You think I'm joking? I'm not. Okay, okay. It's not a game but I'll get to that in a moment. The Steam Deck has transformed everything about gaming for me.

Steam Deck 2 focuses on Battery & Screen, Valve paying over 100 Open Source Developers

Valve talk to The Verge about the #SteamDeck, what’s to come and what they want to do like a Steam Controller 2!Full link: https://www.theverge.com/23499215/...

KDE Plasma gets Wayland Fractional Scaling, Fixing Multi-Screen and a Steam Deck updater

I continue to be truly amazed by all the work going into KDE Plasma. Not only is it my desktop environment of choice on Linux, it's Valve's too as it powered the desktop mode on Steam Deck. It's about to get some juicy upgrades too.

Epic Games needs your birthday to keep your account working in Heroic Games Launcher

Recently, Epic Games rolled out a change to their account system aimed at protecting the younger people on their store and it has caused issues for the Heroic Games Launcher.