The Arch Linux AUR had over 400 packages compromised with malware
Looks like the Arch Linux AUR (Arch User Repository) needs some better security and package checks - as some malicious users compromised a lot of packages.
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Valve to no longer offer physical gift cards due to scammers
Valve updated a help article recently, noting that they will no longer be supplying physical Steam gift cards due to scammers.
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The security situation with the Arch Linux AUR got a lot worse
Oh dear, the situation with the Arch Linux AUR got a fair bit worse since GamingOnLinux initially covered the malicious packages.
Proton-CachyOS update brings automatic HDR, Wayland improvements and more bug fixes
The community-made compatibility layer Proton-CachyOS has a new release out with more advancements for running Windows games on Linux / SteamOS.
Cheat Engine now has a Linux version released
A popular tool on Windows - Cheat Engine recently gained a Linux version, so you can mess with your games under Linux now too.
Cave Story+ 2026 major update out now - Native Linux version dropped
The highly rated action-adventure platformer Cave Story+ now has the massive "Cave Story+ Update 2026" available but they dropped the Native Linux version.
Proton Experimental gets fixes for Path of Exile 1 & 2, Guild Wars 2, Call of Duty (2003), Exanima and more
Valve updated Proton Experimental on June 10th to bring more bug fixes for running Windows games on Linux / SteamOS systems.
SteamOS 3.8.8 Beta brings fixes for MSI Claw controls in Desktop Mode
We are hopefully (finally) getting close to the stable release of SteamOS 3.8 now, with another small Beta update with some needed fixes.
Steam Beta gets improved Pipewire session logic on Linux
A fresh Steam Beta release brings improved Pipewire session logic on Linux which should make streaming and recording better.
Epic Games is hiring a Security Engineer to champion Linux anti-cheat
Looks like Epic Games may be looking to actually improve how Easy Anti-Cheat works on Linux, with a job listing for a Senior Game Security Engineer.
DELTARUNE Chapter 5 arrives free on June 24
The insanely popular DELTARUNE from developer tobyfox (of UNDERTALE fame) is set for a big expansion, with DELTARUNE Chapter 5 arriving June 24th.
Mouthwashing devs next project is co-op tank horror Carcass Clad
The developer of the massively popular game Mouthwashing revealed Carcass Clad, a visceral three person co-op tank horror game.
Vampire Survivors dev unveils JUJUTSU KAISEN RUMBLE: SURVIVATON
Vampire Survivors developer poncle today revealed JUJUTSU KAISEN RUMBLE: SURVIVATON, an evolution of the genre they kickstarted with battle royale elements.
Impressive looking dark point and click adventure Tormentum II gets a demo
Tormentum II is a follow-up to the popular dark point and click adventure game from 2015, with an impressive set of artwork inspired by H.R. Giger.
The Complete Inkle Library Humble Bundle has some lovely narrative puzzle adventure games
The Complete Inkle Library Humble Bundle is live and with it an absolutely awesome deal on games like Heaven's Vault and Expelled!
Wine 11.11 brings more Wayland improvements
The Wine 11.11 development release is now available bringing with it more features like Wayland support upgrades and bug fixes.
7 Days to Die is getting a huge upgrade with lots of gameplay customization
You'll be able to play 7 Days to Die exactly how you want to - with the upcoming V3.0 "Dead Hot Summer" release and it really does sound great.
Klei Entertainment classic Eets is now free and updated for modern PCs with a Linux version
Eets was the first game made by Don't Starve developer Klei Entertainment, which just got updated for their 20th anniversary along with a Native Linux version.
Age of Empires IV: Anniversary Edition adds a Controller UI on PC
Age of Empires IV: Anniversary Edition should now be a lot easier to play on Steam Deck / Steam Machine and anyone using a gamepad - with the new controller UI.
Dark-fantasy bullet heaven auto-shooter Hand of Fate: Hordes arrives July 22nd
Hand of Fate: Hordes (originally titled Hordes of Fate: A Hand of Fate Adventure) is now set to enter Early Access on July 22nd.
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