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I have to admit that sometimes I have issues with some games for Linux that can't sort it out. However, I usually find a way to run them on my current Linux distribution.
There are some situations when a game is so problematic that I have to use an old PC with an ancient Linux distribution. That is an acceptable solution to me. I stop when I have to use a virtual machine with Linux.
I'm curious about your approach when you can't run a game for Linux.
What is your last option from this list when you can't run a game for Linux?
The order of answers has changed after I voted, so please look at it before you make a choice:
I try to use different libraries, padsp, aoss, etc on my current Linux distro.
I use a different computer with a different Linux distribution.
I use an older computer even if it's the outdated Linux distribution.
I use a virtual machine with a different Linux distribution.
I select a different game for Linux.
I play a game for Windows on Wine, Proton, etc.
I play a game for Windows or Mac on a virtual machine.
I play a game for Windows or Mac using one of these two operating systems on a separated partition on the same computer.
Last edited by gbudny on 25 March 2022 at 2:34 pm UTC
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This is also a practical matter as I do not use x86 and if a game cannot be compiled for my architecture, then it basically doesn't exist, as far as I'm concerned.
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Jupiter Hell is one such game for me and it's not the developer's fault. My distro is running an older version of GLIBC while the game requires a more recent one. The Windows version works fine with OpenGL rendering (doesn't run with Vulkan on Wine).
It's not a perfect solution but it works.
Last edited by Avehicle7887 on 25 March 2022 at 7:04 pm UTC
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Most of the older games I've played either have a engine reimplantation in Linux or I DosBox them. Most of my collection is post 2009, so I haven't had much in the way of problem.
I only have 1 system and don't multi boot or VM or anything. It's a little past my comfort zone.
Last edited by denyasis on 26 March 2022 at 2:11 pm UTC
If it's an older title I'm usually lazy and just run the Windows version in Wine/Proton.
In the past, some users booted to the other operating system when they had issues with games for Linux. I don't see it in this poll right now, which is weird.
I have three computers with four Linux distributions to play games from 1996 to 2022. I hope that I won't be the only one who uses Linux in this way.
I have low expectations about the quality of games for Linux because I understand it's impossible to keep them constantly updated.
@whizse
In my case, I'm not sure if it's laziness. Sometimes, I want to run the game for Linux and postpone the usage of tricks on my main computer with Linux.
Last edited by gbudny on 26 March 2022 at 2:40 am UTC
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I'm envious. I hope to have a Power9 system one day.
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(i selected 'i use a virtual machine with a different linux distro' for lack of a better alternative)
Last edited by dvd on 26 March 2022 at 10:34 am UTC
Unfortunately, I didn't add this option, and I can't edit it.
At least everyone can read your comment about using a container instead of a virtual machine.