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OpenRazer 3.3 adds support for more hardware on Linux
OpenRazer version 3.3 brings with it support for even more Razer hardware on Linux, along with some other improvements.
Category: Open Source
Steam Deck Plugin Loader gets another release, should work better now
The community-built Steam Deck Plugin Loader continues to mature, with version 1.1.0 out now fixing some issues.
Wine 7.6 out now with more PE conversion work, Mono updated
Wine is the compatibility layer that allows you to run games and applications developed for Windows - on Linux (plus also macOS and BSD). A new development release is out now!
Linux Mint working on a new upgrade tool for major releases
Linux Mint, the distribution that tries to set itself apart for beginners (but not only) along with their own Cinnamon desktop environment, have some plans to help users upgrade.
Zink, the OpenGL on top of Vulkan driver gets 'Kopper' merged — huge for the future
Zink is an open source driver layer that gives OpenGL on top of Vulkan, it's been in progress for some time now, steadily making progress. Just recently, a big advancement was pulled in.
Open source XR runtime Monado adds initial 6DoF 'inside-out' tracking support
It's been a little while since we heard progress on Monado, the free and open source XR (VR / AR) runtime for Linux but it has been progressing nicely with a big new feature added.
A new tool 'unsnap' helps you move from Snaps to Flatpaks
Want to migrate over from Snaps to Flatpaks on your Linux machine? Well, unsnap is a new tool in the early stages that will help you do just that.
Wine manager 'Bottles' improves Steam Proton support, adds configurable environments
Bottles, a free and open source application for Linux (that works well on the Steam Deck), has another new release out bringing in major new features.
Steam Deck Plugin Loader gets upgraded, easier to install
Want to mod the Steam Deck? SteamOS Plugin Manager has been renamed to just Plugin Loader and it's had a bit of a Python rewrite recently to make it better
RetroDECK is another solution for emulation gaming on Steam Deck
Was EmuDeck not to your liking? Perhaps RetroDECK might be what you're after for retro emulation on the Steam Deck.
Online platformer DDraceNetwork gets Vulkan support
DDraceNetwork, a free and open source online co-op platformer now has Vulkan API integrated as of the latest update.
Lutris version 0.5.10 brings improved Steam Deck support but no Flatpak yet
Lutris, the free and open source game manager for installing games on Linux from many stores, has a new version available as work continues to improve Steam Deck support.
SteamOS Plugin Manager should enable lots of fun on the Steam Deck
From the same developer who created the support library for Tesla overlays, the SteamOS Plugin Manager is born and ready for the Steam Deck.
Free and open source level editor LDtk 1.0 is out now
LDtk (formerly known as LEd) is a free and open source level editor, developed by Sébastien Benard who previously worked on the successful Dead Cells and also recently Nuclear Blaze.
EmuDeck makes emulation on Steam Deck nice and simple
If you want to get emulation setup on Steam Deck, you need to take a look at EmuDeck which makes installing and configuration nice and easy.
RetroArch gets big Steam Deck improvements
RetroArch, the very popular application front-end for emulators and more has a new release out and it includes better support for the Steam Deck.
DXVK 1.10.1 is out with initial support for shared resources
DXVK is the free and open source project that translates Direct3D 9 / 10 / 11 to Vulkan for use with the Wine and Proton Windows translation layers.
Syncthing is a great way to transfer files from PC to Steam Deck
Recently I did a guide using the Warpinator tool to transfer files from PC to Steam Deck, here's another way using the wonderful tool Syncthing that you might prefer.
Wine 7.5 is out now with initial OCSP protocol support
Wine is the compatibility layer that allows you to run games and applications developed for Windows - on Linux (plus also macOS and BSD). A new development release is out with Wine 7.5.
NVIDIA working with Valve to get Gamescope working on their drivers
Good news for NVIDIA GPU owners on Linux, as an NVIDIA developer has confirmed that work is in progress to get Gamescope working with their drivers.
- It just keeps getting worse - Firefox to "evolve into a modern AI browser"
- Over 19,000 games have released on Steam in 2025, with nearly half seeing fewer than 10 reviews
- Vulkan-based translation layer for Direct3D 7 on Linux, D7VK has a 1.0 release out now
- Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is now Steam Deck Verified with a big update
- NVIDIA have discontinued Quake II RTX
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