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Verdun, the WWI FPS has a free expansion release, game is now broken on Linux (now fixed)
Another developer not even testing the Linux game even once before pushing out a big update. This time sadly it's Verdun, the interesting WWI FPS.
Category: Editorial
Developers of ARK: Survival Evolved facing a lawsuit from the Dungeon Defenders devs
Oh dear, oh dear. The developers behind ARK: Survival Evolved (Studio Wildcard) are facing a lawsuit from the developers behind Dungeon Defenders (Trendy Entertainment). The games are very different, but it's a people issue here.
End of month reminder: Please support me on Patreon
I will try not to do this too often, but since the month is coming to a close if you haven't done so already, please consider supporting me on Patreon.
Looking for Linux Gaming communities on your favourite services? Got you covered
Just a reminder of all the websites and apps we have groups on you can join to keep track of our news, and some let you post and chat away in yourselves! There's something for everyone here.
Atari Vault released for Windows, Linux build coming soon
Atari Vault launched without the mentioned SteamOS/Linux support, and no mention in their release announcement. I have now managed to get a response for you all.
Developer of advanced flight simulator X-Plane blogs about Vulkan
The developer of X-Plane, a cross-platform advanced flight simulator has written up a lengthy blogpost about Vulkan after going over the spec.
RollerCoaster Tycoon World now planning on Early Access, Linux is not day-1
What a surprise. RollerCoaster Tycoon World has seen delays before, and it will now go into Early Access instead of a full release. It has also dropped any mention of Linux/SteamOS from the Steam store page.
Amos from Itch has written a guide to distributing self-contained Linux builds
This is really great to see, and we need more of it. Amos from the game store Itch.io has written up a guide for people pushing out Linux builds of games.
Want to use dual monitors but don't have enough desk space? I found a great monitor arm for you
After upgrading to a 27 inch 4K monitor, I found that my desk was a little cramped and I couldn't fit another monitor on it. Someone in a recent livestream suggested a "monitor arm", and I am now using one I consider to be excellent.
GOL Asks: What have you been playing recently?
It's been another few months since I asked this question, so let's see what you have all been up to recently! There's so many games on Linux now we are spoilt for choice.
The Interactive Adventures of Dog Mendonça & Pizzaboy now released
The Interactive Adventures of Dog Mendonça & Pizzaboy has been released! Read on to learn about its origins, its creation and its legacy.
Kingdom Come: Deliverance doesn't look like it will come to Linux any time soon
Kingdom Come: Deliverance, a game built with CryEngine looked like it was going to be a fantastic game to have on Linux, but the developers have told me it "is not possible technically".
Developer of Starsector fighting stolen artwork from Generic Space Shooter
Never a nice thing to write about, but important to know. It turns out the newly released Generic Space Shooter is using content taken from the indie game Starsector.
How big is Linux gaming? Some estimates
I keep reading comments that Linux gaming is pretty much stagnating and not worth investing in because it is still at around 1% in the Steam Hardware Survey. So I decided to try and find some numbers.
AMD could be back in the CPU performance game with Zen
Thanks to wccftech (and our IRC for the link) I have learnt today that AMD's new processor design named Zen is shaping up very nicely.
Interstellar Marines seeking funding again as they let staff go
Interstellar Marines was a seriously promising FPS game that would have single player, co-op play and online versus multiplayer. Sadly, they have had to let staff go and rely on interns right now as they seek more funding.
IndieGameStand blog post on Steam key reselling, plus my thoughts
It's always a shame to hear about scammers, especially when it comes to indie developers and smaller stores. IndieGameStand has written a blog post about it and it doesn't paint a pretty picture.
A chat with AtomicTorch Studio about their Linux sales with Dinocide & VoidExpanse
I had the pleasure of speaking with another developer today about their Linux sales, and this time it was Lurler from AtomicTorch Studio.
I am launching a Patreon campaign to support me and GamingOnLinux
After researching it properly, talking to friends and family who have given their support I have decided based on feedback to launch my own personal Patreon campaign to fund me and the GamingOnLinux website.
Linux usage on Steam is better than people think
The latest Steam Hardware Survey is out, and as usual some websites are claiming the death of SteamOS. We are here with a better outlook. We also just recently crossed over 1900 Linux games on Steam!
- It just keeps getting worse - Firefox to "evolve into a modern AI browser"
- NVIDIA have discontinued Quake II RTX
- Steam Replay is live and notes only 14% "of playtime spent by all Steam users" was for 2025 releases
- GOG formally announce their GOG Patrons subscription donation system
- The results are in - Bullet Heaven moves forward to be an official genre
- > See more over 30 days here
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