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SteamVR support for Linux looks like it's getting close

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Thanks to a Twitter tip we have word that it looks as if SteamVR support for Linux might finally be close.

- The VR game 'Destinations' from Valve just added (~2 hours ago) a Linux configuration (see SteamDB).

- Serious Sam VR: The First Encounter has also added Linux configs and binaries (SteamDB). This isn't surprising, as Croteam were one of the first developers to even support Linux when Steam first came to our platform. They also said they want SSVR on Linux as soon as possible.

- Also, last month Valve requested feedback for their work to make Polaris10 (AMD GPU) ready for VR on Linux.

This is really great! As sceptical as I am of VR, I do really want to try it. Even if the Vive is a little expensive, I still fancy a go.

Hopefully we will hear something officially soon.

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Eike Jan 16, 2017
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Quoting: tuubiWell I'm not German. Arcades never were that popular around here. I'm sure there are some, but I wouldn't know where to look for them.

Me neither, but it seems they are coming back. VR arcade does sound like lots of fun, you wouldn't have to care for hardware and software, ... Like with exit games or paintball. Let's see.
tuubi Jan 16, 2017
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I have to admit VR might be a good fit for arcades if the hardware is robust enough to take the punishment.
drmoth Jan 16, 2017
A VR arcade just opened recently around the corner from where I live. I haven't checked it out though :)


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