Stable Steam Client update for Desktop and Steam Deck brings a whole lot of fixes https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2025/01/stable-steam-client-update-for-desktop-and-steam-deck-brings-a-whole-lot-of-fixes/

#Steam #SteamDeck #PCGaming #LinuxGaming

Stable Steam Client update for Desktop and Steam Deck brings a whole lot of fixes

Valve released a fresh stable update to the Steam Client this week bringing numerous bug fixes and improvements for Desktop and Steam Deck.

^{Liam Dawe (GamingOnLinux)}

GE-Proton 9-23 released with a Battle.net fix for Linux / Steam Deck https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2025/01/ge-proton-9-23-released-with-a-battlenet-fix-for-linux-steam-deck/

#Proton #Linux #SteamOS #SteamDeck

GE-Proton 9-23 released with a Battle.net fix for Linux / Steam Deck

GE-Proton 9-23 is out now as the latest update for the community-maintained version of Valve's Proton that pulls in lots of quick-fixes for Linux, SteamOS and Steam Deck.

^{Liam Dawe (GamingOnLinux)}

Don't miss the Fanatical Build your own Explosive Bundle as it's an awesome deal for FPS fans https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2025/01/dont-miss-the-fanatical-build-your-own-explosive-bundle-as-its-an-awesome-deal-for-fps-fans/

#PCGaming #LinuxGaming #SteamDeck

Don't miss the Fanatical Build your own Explosive Bundle as it's an awesome deal for FPS fans

Another awesome deal for you here in the Fanatical Build your own Explosive Bundle. A chance to build up your collection of action-packed games and seriously cheap too.

^{Liam Dawe (GamingOnLinux)}

Roll the dice to make crazy combos instead of collecting cards in the roguelike Die in the Dungeon https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2025/01/roll-the-dice-to-make-crazy-combos-instead-of-collecting-cards-in-the-roguelike-die-in-the-dungeon/

#DieintheDungeon #IndieGames #LinuxGaming #SteamDeck #PCGaming

Roll the dice to make crazy combos instead of collecting cards in the roguelike Die in the Dungeon

Build up a deck of dice in Die in the Dungeon, where all your dice have a different purpose that you stack up together to make crazy combinations.

^{Liam Dawe (GamingOnLinux)}

On a massive space station spiraling out of control the action roguelite Katanaut is full of cosmic horrors https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2025/01/on-a-massive-space-station-spiraling-out-of-control-the-action-roguelite-katanaut-is-full-of-cosmic-horrors/

#Katanaut #IndieGames #PCGaming #SteamDeck

On a massive space station spiraling out of control the action roguelite Katanaut is full of cosmic horrors

With a demo now available, Katanaut is an action roguelite set aboard a massive space station spiraling out of control. It looks like it has some great action, and it's pretty grim.

^{Liam Dawe (GamingOnLinux)}

Indian mystery adventure game Detective Dotson arrives April 3 with a demo available https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2025/01/indian-mystery-adventure-game-detective-dotson-arrives-april-3-with-a-demo-available/

#DetectiveDotson #IndieGames #LinuxGaming #SteamOS #SteamDeck

Indian mystery adventure game Detective Dotson arrives April 3 with a demo available

Detective Dotson is a mystery adventure game set in a stylised rendition of modern-day India that puts players in the role of Dotson, a reluctant detective.

^{Liam Dawe (GamingOnLinux)}

Games to claim from Prime Gaming, Jan 17 edition round-up for SteamOS Linux and Steam Deck https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2025/01/games-to-claim-from-prime-gaming-jan-17-edition-round-up-for-steamos-linux-and-steam-deck/

#Gaming #PCGaming #SteamDeck #PrimeGaming #SteamOS

Games to claim from Prime Gaming, Jan 17 edition round-up for SteamOS Linux and Steam Deck

Here's the up to date list of games available on Amazon Prime Gaming, and what compatibility you can expect for Linux / SteamOS and Steam Deck.

^{Liam Dawe (GamingOnLinux)}

Skill-based siege defense game Siegecaster looks like a great mixture of chaos and building https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2025/01/skill-based-siege-defense-game-siegecaster-looks-like-a-great-mixture-of-chaos-and-building/

#Siegecaster #IndieGames #PCGaming #SteamDeck

Skill-based siege defense game Siegecaster looks like a great mixture of chaos and building

From Half Human Games and Boss Corridor they just announced Siegecaster, an active skill-based siege defense game where you play as a wizard surviving a large-scale assault on your home.

^{Liam Dawe (GamingOnLinux)}

Cubic Odyssey announced as a fusion of Minecraft and No Man's Sky https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2025/01/cubic-odyssey-announced-as-a-fusion-of-minecraft-and-no-mans-sky/

#CubicOdyssey #Gaming #PCGaming #SteamDeck

Cubic Odyssey announced as a fusion of Minecraft and No Man's Sky

With a style that's a fair bit similar to Minecraft with an expansive universe seen in the likes of No Man's Sky, the recently announced Cubic Odyssey from Atypical Games and Gaijin Network Ltd looks pretty darn fun.

^{Liam Dawe (GamingOnLinux)}

THREAT VECTOR is an action sci-fi horror FPS coming from KillPixel Games https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2025/01/threat-vector-is-an-action-sci-fi-horror-fps-coming-from-killpixel-games/

#THREATVECTOR #Gaming #FPS #LinuxGaming #SteamDeck

THREAT VECTOR is an action sci-fi horror FPS coming from KillPixel Games

KillPixel Games, one of the dev teams responsible for WRATH: Aeon of Ruin, have announced their next game with THREAT VECTOR.

^{Liam Dawe (GamingOnLinux)}

FINAL FANTASY VII REBIRTH gets Steam Deck Verified ahead of release https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2025/01/final-fantasy-vii-rebirth-gets-steam-deck-verified-ahead-of-release/

#FINALFANTASYVIIREBIRTH #SteamDeck #SteamOS #LinuxGaming

FINAL FANTASY VII REBIRTH gets Steam Deck Verified ahead of release

FINAL FANTASY VII REBIRTH from Square Enix arrives on January 23rd, and thankfully the developers have already managed to get it Steam Deck Verified ahead of the release.

^{Liam Dawe (GamingOnLinux)}

Popular diorama builder Tiny Glade is getting better Steam Deck support https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2025/01/popular-diorama-builder-tiny-glade-is-getting-better-steam-deck-support/

#TinyGlade #SteamDeck #IndieGames #Linux #SteamOS

Popular diorama builder Tiny Glade is getting better Steam Deck support

Tiny Glade is a gorgeous and relaxing diorama builder about doodling castles and all sorts all over the screen, it's seriously impressive and they've announced work is ongoing for improving it on Steam Deck.

^{Liam Dawe (GamingOnLinux)}

Game save data backup tool Ludusavi v0.28 brings new features -> https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2025/01/game-save-data-backup-tool-ludusavi-v028-brings-new-features/

#PCGaming #Linux #SteamDeck #OpenSource

Game save data backup tool Ludusavi v0.28 brings new features

If you want to make backups of your game saves, the free and open source tool Ludusavi is an essential item to put in your toolbox.

^{Liam Dawe (GamingOnLinux)}

Updated the idiots guide to setting up Minecraft on Steam Deck / SteamOS with controller support.

Now includes a note on how to auto-launch an installed instance.

https://www.gamingonlinux.com/guides/view/an-idiots-guide-to-setting-up-minecraft-on-steam-deck-steamos-with-controller-support/

#Minecraft #SteamDeck #SteamOS #Linux

An idiots guide to setting up Minecraft on Steam Deck / SteamOS with controller support

Minecraft (Java Edition) has supported Linux platforms for a long time, so getting it running on Steam Deck / SteamOS is easy. Here's your foolproof guide to getting it set up correctly and with controller support too.

^{Liam Dawe (GamingOnLinux)}

Proton Experimental gets fixes for Marvel Rivals, Sea of Thieves and Stalker 2 https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2025/01/proton-experimental-gets-fixes-for-marvel-rivals-sea-of-thieves-and-stalker-2/

#MarvelRivals #Linux #SteamDeck #SteamOS #SeaofThieves

Proton Experimental gets fixes for Marvel Rivals, Sea of Thieves and Stalker 2

A fresh update to Proton Experimental arrived for SteamOS Steam Deck / Linux gamers with some necessary fixes for various games.

^{Liam Dawe (GamingOnLinux)}

Mighty Marbles is a sweet physics-based toy playground out now https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2025/01/mighty-marbles-is-a-sweet-physics-based-toy-playground-out-now/

#MightyMarbles #IndieGames #Linux #SteamDeck

Mighty Marbles is a sweet physics-based toy playground out now

Here's one missed from the Christmas break. Mighty Marbles from developer James Oliver has released with Native Linux support.

^{Liam Dawe (GamingOnLinux)}

Jan 14th Steam Beta fixes Linux issues, a Steam Deck WiFi crash, View In Library added to Downloads page https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2025/01/jan-14th-steam-beta-fixes-linux-issues-a-steam-deck-wifi-crash-view-in-library-added-to-downloads-page/

#Steam #PCGaming #SteamDeck

Jan 14th Steam Beta fixes Linux issues, a Steam Deck WiFi crash, View In Library added to Downloads page

Valve released a nice fresh Steam Beta (January 14th) for Steam Deck and Desktop PCs squashing some bugs and adding in some new options.

^{Liam Dawe (GamingOnLinux)}

A fresh Steam Deck Verified games round-up for January 2025 https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2025/01/a-fresh-steam-deck-verified-games-round-up-for-january-2025/

#Gaming #SteamDeck #PCGaming #SteamDeckGaming

A fresh Steam Deck Verified games round-up for January 2025

If you're in the mood for something new to play on Steam Deck, I've gone through what's been recently Steam Deck Verified by Valve and picked out some good stuff for you.

^{Liam Dawe (GamingOnLinux)}

There goes the weekend - rogue-lite action-RPG Heroes of Hammerwatch II is out now https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2025/01/there-goes-the-weekend-rogue-lite-action-rpg-heroes-of-hammerwatch-ii-is-out-now/

#HeroesofHammerwatchII #PCGaming #LinuxGaming #SteamDeck

There goes the weekend - rogue-lite action-RPG Heroes of Hammerwatch II is out now

Developer Crackshell have released Heroes of Hammerwatch II, a rogue-lite action-rpg that offers extensive persistent progression.

^{Liam Dawe (GamingOnLinux)}

New Guide: An idiots guide to setting up Minecraft on Steam Deck / SteamOS with controller support https://www.gamingonlinux.com/guides/view/an-idiots-guide-to-setting-up-minecraft-on-steam-deck-steamos-with-controller-support/

#Minecraft #SteamDeck #SteamOS

An idiots guide to setting up Minecraft on Steam Deck / SteamOS with controller support

Minecraft (Java Edition) has supported Linux platforms for a long time, so getting it running on Steam Deck / SteamOS is easy. Here's your foolproof guide to getting it set up correctly and with controller support too.

^{Liam Dawe (GamingOnLinux)}

Intel and NVIDIA drivers holding back a public SteamOS release, Valve not trying to compete with Windows https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2025/01/intel-and-nvidia-drivers-holding-back-a-public-steamos-release-valve-not-trying-to-compete-with-windows/

#SteamOS #SteamDeck #LegionGoS #Gaming #Linux

Intel and NVIDIA drivers holding back a public SteamOS release, Valve not trying to compete with Windows

During CES, Valve developer Pierre-Loup Griffais spoke to Frandroid about SteamOS, Steam Deck and more and there's some interesting bits in there about the future.

^{Liam Dawe (GamingOnLinux)}

New Guide: How to install extra software, apps and games on SteamOS and Steam Deck https://www.gamingonlinux.com/guides/view/how-to-install-extra-software-apps-and-games-on-steamos-and-steam-deck/

#SteamOS #Linux #SteamDeck

How to install extra software, apps and games on SteamOS and Steam Deck

The Steam Deck with SteamOS (and other devices that will ship with SteamOS) use a locked-down filesystem, so installing extra software is a little different. Here's what you need to know in a simple to understand guide.

^{Liam Dawe (GamingOnLinux)}

NTSYNC driver for improving Windows games on Linux with Wine / Proton should finally land in Linux kernel 6.14 https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2025/01/ntsync-driver-for-improving-windows-games-on-linux-with-wine-proton-should-finally-land-in-linux-kernel-614/

#Wine #Proton #Linux #LinuxGaming #SteamDeck

NTSYNC driver for improving Windows games on Linux with Wine / Proton should finally land in Linux kernel 6.14

After waiting quite a while on it and some rewrites, it looks like the NTSYNC driver code to help Windows games running on Linux will be pulled in and enabled in the Linux kernel.

^{Liam Dawe (GamingOnLinux)}

NonSteamLaunchers tool for installing popular game stores working on better Desktop Linux support https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2025/01/nonsteamlaunchers-tool-for-installing-popular-game-stores-working-on-better-desktop-linux-support/

#NonSteamLaunchers #Linux #SteamDeck #LinuxGaming

NonSteamLaunchers tool for installing popular game stores working on better Desktop Linux support

NonSteamLaunchers gained popularity as one of the go-to solutions for installing more stores directly on Steam Deck, and the latest release has begun to improve how it works on normal Desktop Linux too.

^{Liam Dawe (GamingOnLinux)}

I'd like to extend my enthusiastic thanks to @gamingonlinux, @gardiner_bryant, and @gloriouseggroll for contributing their insights to my latest Forbes article!

https://www.forbes.com/sites/jasonevangelho/2025/01/12/nvidia-just-solved-a-huge-steam-deck-problem-what-happens-next/

#Nvidia #SteamDeck #Linux

Nvidia Just Solved A Huge Steam Deck Problem. What Happens Next?

Nvidia is committing to Steam Deck, but what kind of impact will this news have? I asked a few big names in the Linux community to share their thoughts.

^{Jason Evangelho (Forbes)}

Prime Gaming January 11th 2025 edition round-up for Linux / SteamOS and Steam Deck https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2025/01/prime-gaming-january-11th-2025-edition-round-up-for-linux-steamos-and-steam-deck/

#SteamOS #SteamDeck #Linux #PrimeGaming

Prime Gaming January 11th 2025 edition round-up for Linux / SteamOS and Steam Deck

A little later than I planned, but here's the up to date list of games available on Amazon Prime Gaming, and what compatibility you can expect for Linux / SteamOS and Steam Deck.

^{Liam Dawe (GamingOnLinux)}

New Guide: How to check game compatibility for Linux, SteamOS and Steam Deck https://www.gamingonlinux.com/guides/view/how-to-check-game-compatibility-for-linux-steamos-and-steam-deck/

#Linux #SteamOS #SteamDeck

How to check game compatibility for Linux, SteamOS and Steam Deck

Want to know how you can check to see if a game is compatible with Linux / SteamOS and Steam Deck? Here's all you need to know in one handy guide.

^{Liam Dawe (GamingOnLinux)}

The Dark Eye: Chains of Satinav adventure game from Daedalic added Linux / Steam Deck support https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2025/01/the-dark-eye-chains-of-satinav-adventure-game-from-daedalic-added-linux-steam-deck-support/

#AdventureGames #LinuxGaming #SteamDeck #SteamOS

The Dark Eye: Chains of Satinav adventure game from Daedalic added Linux / Steam Deck support

The Night of the Rabbit wasn't the only classic Daedalic Entertainment adventure game to add Linux / Steam Deck support as another, The Dark Eye: Chains of Satinav, also got the same treatment along with various upgrades.

^{Liam Dawe (GamingOnLinux)}

Thoroughly charming adventure game The Night of the Rabbit added Linux / Steam Deck support https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2025/01/thoroughly-charming-adventure-game-the-night-of-the-rabbit-added-linux-steam-deck-support/

#AdventureGames #LinuxGaming #SteamDeck #DaedalicEntertainment

Thoroughly charming adventure game The Night of the Rabbit added Linux / Steam Deck support

The Night of the Rabbit from Daedalic Entertainment originally released in 2013 and has some pretty glowing reviews, and recently Daedalic gave it a proper Native Linux / Steam Deck version too.

^{Liam Dawe (GamingOnLinux)}

New Guide: Why are there so many different Proton versions? Proton 8, Proton 9, Experimental, GE-Proton https://www.gamingonlinux.com/guides/view/why-are-there-so-many-different-proton-versions-proton-8-proton-9-experimental-ge-proton/

#Proton #SteamOS #Linux #SteamDeck

Why are there so many different Proton versions? Proton 8, Proton 9, Experimental, GE-Proton

Are you confused on why there's many different versions of Valve's Proton? The compatibility layer that runs Windows games on Linux / SteamOS and Steam Deck. Here's a little guide on what it all means.

^{Liam Dawe (GamingOnLinux)}

Sid Meier's Civilization VII is Steam Deck Verified with the Linux version ahead of release on February 11 https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2025/01/sid-meiers-civilization-vii-is-steam-deck-verified-with-the-linux-version-ahead-of-release-on-february-11/

#SidMeiersCivilizationVII #CivilizationVII #SteamDeck #Linux

Sid Meier's Civilization VII is Steam Deck Verified with the Linux version ahead of release on February 11

Quite a nice surprise! Sid Meier's Civilization VII from Firaxis Games / 2K has been given the green tick of approval from Valve, as it's now Steam Deck Verified ahead of release.

^{Liam Dawe (GamingOnLinux)}

The Programming Games Humble Bundle is another sweet deal worth grabbing https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2025/01/the-programming-games-humble-bundle-is-another-sweet-deal-worth-grabbing/

#Gaming #LinuxGaming #SteamDeck #Programming #PCGaming

The Programming Games Humble Bundle is another sweet deal worth grabbing

New Year, New You: Programming Games is a fresh Humble Bundle with 7 rather great indie games worth picking up. All of the games included have Native Linux support too which is rare for Humble nowadays.

^{Liam Dawe (GamingOnLinux)}

Razer announced the Razer Handheld Dock Chroma for your Steam Deck, ROG Ally, Legion Go and more https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2025/01/razer-announced-the-razer-handheld-dock-chroma-for-your-steam-deck-rog-ally-legion-go-and-more/

#Razer #SteamDeck #HandheldGaming

Razer announced the Razer Handheld Dock Chroma for your Steam Deck, ROG Ally, Legion Go and more

Seems like making a dock for handheld gaming PCs is now some rite of passage for accessory and hardware vendors, as even Razer have jumped in now with the aptly named Razer Handheld Dock Chroma.

^{Liam Dawe (GamingOnLinux)}

Can 2025 please be the year more games add Text and UI Scaling https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2025/01/can-2025-please-be-the-year-more-games-add-text-and-ui-scaling/

#GameDev #Gaming #PCGaming #SteamDeck

Can 2025 please be the year more games add Text and UI Scaling

I get it, you worked hard for hours and days and weeks on your incredibly cool-looking interface for your game. You made it so all the text perfectly lines up everywhere and picked a slick looking font, but it's all too darn small.

^{Liam Dawe (GamingOnLinux)}

Refurbished Steam Deck LCD and Steam Deck OLED back in stock in UK and Europe - act fast https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2025/01/refurbished-steam-deck-lcd-and-steam-deck-oled-back-in-stock-in-uk-and-europe-act-fast/

#SteamDeck #SteamDeckOLED

Refurbished Steam Deck LCD and Steam Deck OLED back in stock in UK and Europe - act fast

If you're wanting to pick up a Steam Deck or Steam Deck OLED a bit cheaper, Valve's Certified Refurbished program is a great way to do it. And if you're in the UK and EU, they're back in stock.

^{Liam Dawe (GamingOnLinux)}

You can get Against the Storm, Jagged Alliance 3 and Blasphemous 2 in Humble Choice for January 2025 https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2025/01/you-can-get-against-the-storm-jagged-alliance-3-and-blasphemous-2-in-humble-choice-for-january-2025/

#LinuxGaming #SteamDeck #PCGaming

You can get Against the Storm, Jagged Alliance 3 and Blasphemous 2 in Humble Choice for January 2025

Humble Choice for January 2025 has a pretty darn nice selection of games, so here's what's in it and the compatibility expected for Steam Deck / SteamOS and Desktop Linux.

^{Liam Dawe (GamingOnLinux)}

Dwarf Fortress - Adventure Mode launches January 23, plus Beta 28 is out now https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2025/01/dwarf-fortress-adventure-mode-launches-january-23-plus-beta-28-is-out-now/

#DwarfFortress #LinuxGaming #SteamDeck

Dwarf Fortress - Adventure Mode launches January 23, plus Beta 28 is out now

Bay 12 Games / Kitfox Games have announced that Dwarf Fortress - Adventure Mode is set for release on January 23rd, and there's a big Beta update out now.

^{Liam Dawe (GamingOnLinux)}

Maze Mice from the dev of Luck Be a Landlord blends maze-running, time-freezing and bullet heaven together https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2025/01/maze-mice-from-the-dev-of-luck-be-a-landlord-blends-maze-running-time-freezing-and-bullet-heaven-together/

#MazeMice #IndieGame #Linux #SteamDeck

Maze Mice from the dev of Luck Be a Landlord blends maze-running, time-freezing and bullet heaven together

TrampolineTales developer of the popular Luck be a Landlord slot machine deck-builder just announced Maze Mice and it really sounds unique.

^{Liam Dawe (GamingOnLinux)}

Monster Hunter Wilds will have two more open Beta test dates in February https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2025/01/monster-hunter-wilds-will-have-two-more-open-beta-test-dates-in-february/

#MonsterHunterWilds #SteamDeck #LinuxGaming #PCGaming

Monster Hunter Wilds will have two more open Beta test dates in February

Giving you a chance to see how well Monster Hunter Wilds will run on your Steam Deck or Desktop Linux system, there's going to be two more open Beta tests during February.

^{Liam Dawe (GamingOnLinux)}

SMITE 2 gets a free to play launch date for January https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2025/01/smite-2-gets-a-free-to-play-launch-date-for-january/

#SMITE2 #MOBA #LinuxGaming #SteamDeck

SMITE 2 gets a free to play launch date for January

Titan Forge Games have announced that SMITE 2 is going free to play on January 14, after their paid-for Early Access period comes to a close.

^{Liam Dawe (GamingOnLinux)}