Valve upgrade Proton Hotfix to improve NINJA GAIDEN 4 on Desktop Linux

While NINJA GAIDEN 4 is Steam Deck Verified, it turns out on Desktop Linux it has some big problems that Valve have hopefully solved now.

Announcing it on Bluesky, Valve developer Pierre-Loup Griffais mentioned "A Proton Hotfix has been deployed for the NINJA GAIDEN 4 hang issue on desktop". Looking on the GitHub report, seems many people were seeing the game constantly freeze. Valve have now set it by default for the game.

Proton Hotfix is the extra special version of Proton that gets very sporadic updates, specifically when a game needs them so you shouldn't really touch it unless you need to. More about all the Proton versions in the GamingOnLinux Guide.

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The definitive ninja hack & slash franchise returns with NINJA GAIDEN 4! Embark on a cutting-edge adventure where legacy meets innovation in this high-octane blend of style and no-holds-barred combat.

Return of the Legend

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NINJA GAIDEN 4 fuses Team NINJA’s tempered combat philosophy with the stylish, dynamic action gameplay of PlatinumGames. Engage in visually stunning combat that rewards precision and strategy. Use Bloodbind Ninjutsu to transform your weapons and unleash devastation upon your enemies, alongside legacy techniques like the Izuna Drop and Flying Swallow.