European Commission rejects new laws for Stop Destroying Videogames
The European Commission released their full position now on the Stop Destroying Videogames initiative, and it's not the response many will have been hoping for.
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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.
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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.
The under-16 social media ban marks the end of the open UK internet
We've got the Online Safety Act in the UK, and now we're about to have new rules "to protect children online" - although it mostly affects social media.
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.
ARC Raiders is broken for some Linux / SteamOS players - but a fix is on the way
Embark Studios rolled out a new update for ARC Raiders, which includes more people moved over to Denuvo Anti-Cheat that's causing problems on Linux / SteamOS.
SteamOS 3.8 is out with initial Steam Machine support, Desktop Mode upgrades, new Graphics Drivers
Valve finally released the stable version of their Linux-powered SteamOS 3.8, bringing with it masses of changes making it one of the biggest upgrades yet.
Linux kernel 7.1 out now with new NTFS driver, lots of hardware improvements
A brand new hot off the press Linux kernel 7.1 has been released bringing with it all the latest new and improved hardware support.
Unreal Engine 6 is all about Generative AI, Fortnite and the Verse
Epic Games have released an explainer on their plans for Unreal Engine 6, including tighter integration with Fortnite along with generative AI.
NVIDIA 595.84 released as the new Recommended Driver for Linux
NVIDIA driver 595.84 was released today bringing a number of nice sounding fixes, especially for those of you gaming on Linux. That's why you're here right?
Building a Retro Linux Gaming Computer Part 52: What Am I Going to Do With All This Cheese
Following the demise of Loki Software the future became very uncertain for commercial gaming on Linux.
KDE Plasma 6.7 out with per-screen virtual desktops, Wayland upgrades, better support for background apps
The KDE Plasma 6.7 desktop environment is out now, bringing some great new features, the return of a classic theme and more UI upgrades.
Valve give more detail on Steam Controller reservations - you'll be waiting a while
Hoping to get the new Steam Controller soon? Good luck, demand appears to be still quite high and seems far more than Valve can currently make.
Steam Next Fest June 2026 is live with thousands of demos
An event so big no one person can play through it all - Steam Next Fest June 2026 is live with thousands of demos so you can try before release.
Stellaris: Nomads brings a whole new way to play the Paradox grand strategy game
Paradox today released the major Stellaris: Nomads expansion along with a free update, and it's one of the most game-changing DLC ever released for it.
Fast-paced shooter SPRAWL zero has a must-play demo out now
Mixing what I can only describe as vibes somewhere between Half-Life, F.E.A.R. and Quake, the upcoming SPRAWL zero has an impressive demo you need to check out.
Minecraft Java Edition 26.2 'Chaos Cubed' has landed
Another nice free upgrade for Minecraft Java Edition has arrived with version 26.2 'Chaos Cubed' bringing new features and new creatures.
Valve update Proton Hotfix for ARC Raiders compatibility on Linux / SteamOS
Recently we covered the extraction shooter ARC Raiders breaking on Linux for a lot of players due to the new Denuvo Anti-Cheat - and now it should work again.
Chilled off-road exploration sim 'over the hill' has a demo worth exploring
Launching sometime later this year, over the hill is a casual but challenging off-road adventure that you can do solo or with friends and a demo is up now.
Open source RTS game Beyond All Reason signs publishing deal with Hooded Horse
With a Steam release planned for the open source RTS game Beyond All Reason, they've signed on with publisher Hooded Horse to help fund further development.
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