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Classic open source simulation game OpenTTD is coming to Steam
OpenTTD, the free and open source simulation game based upon Transport Tycoon Deluxe is officially coming to Steam on April 1, and the Linux build will be available too.
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Ubuntu 20.04.2 LTS, EndeavourOS 2021.02.03 and Solus 4.2 out now
Multiple Linux distributions all had a brand new release in the space of week with Ubuntu 20.04.2 LTS, EndeavourOS 2021.02.03 and Solus 4.2 all out now for downloads and upgrades.
Eat and destroy stars in Stellaris: Nemesis and become the endgame crisis
Stellaris: Nemesis is going to boost some very exciting things for the grand space strategy game from Paradox, with a huge new endgame crisis coming where you get to pick a side.
FOSS soft-body physics simulator Rigs of Rods has a new release
In need of a new fun physics sim? How about one that's free, open source and can be played in multiplayer? Rigs of Rods might be what you're after and they have a new release.
Join me in being excited for Kaiju Wars with the Steam page now up
Did you enjoy Into the Breach from Subset Games as much as me? Kaiju Wars looks like it will be somewhat similar as another fantastic strategy game with small contained levels.
Albion Online's next major update is a Call to Arms with Faction Warfare 2.0
Albion Online is the sandbox classless MMO that has Linux support and it's going strong, with another major update announcement that will bring Faction Warfare 2.0.
Free and open source space sim Pioneer updated with new UI and better combat
Pioneer is another classic example of a long-running free and open source game doing well, with a brand new release up that overhauls plenty of important parts.
Shelter 3 from Might and Delight has a new trailer and a launch in March
Might and Delight have certainly created some unique experiences, with the Shelter series putting you directly into the shoes of various animals and it's back in Shelter 3.
OpenGL on top of Vulkan with Zink to work with NVIDIA drivers on Linux
Here's a short and sweet update on the work for Zink, the upcoming OpenGL on top of Vulkan implementation announced by Collabora which has been progressing steadily.
Raspberry Pi 4 Vulkan driver 'v3dv' continues advancing, watch the talk at FOSDEM 21
Interested in keeping up with the Vulkan driver development on the Raspberry Pi 4? We have a new update for you and an upcoming event you might want to watch.
Steam Game Festival February 2021 edition is live now with lots of demos
Ready to try the next set of upcoming games on Steam? Wait no more, as the Steam Game Festival February 2021 edition is now live with plenty to take a look at.
Total War: WARHAMMER III announced and confirmed for Linux by Feral Interactive
Total War: WARHAMMER III has just been formally announced by SEGA / Creative Assembly and the good news is that porter Feral Interactive have right away confirmed it's being supported on Linux (and macOS).
Ubuntu getting a new installer, desktop lead to leave Canonical
Two big bits of news from Canonical and Ubuntu to cover today and both about the future of the Linux distribution.
In need of a good interactive story? Sarawak is out now
Love to curl up with a good book? Sarawak from Cowleyfornia Studios LLP is out now and it looks fantastic.
Valve to lose $4 million for patent infringement with the Steam Controller
Valve are yet again hitting the spotlight for the wrong reasons following the ruling from the EU Commission over geo-blocking, a lawsuit involving game pricing and now the Steam Controller too.
Try out a new FMV adventure in the The Parrot That Summons Demons demo
Mixing together FMV with a Visual Novel adventure, The Parrot That Summons Demons will be bringing the deep, dark and unsettling story by the creators of Bloody Service to Linux.
How about a nice game of Chess with Lichess
Chess, it's a classic right? So how about a nice game of Chess? I am in fact talking about Lichess, a free and open source browser-based online Chess game.
Story-driven tactical RPG 'The Way of Wrath' up on Kickstarter
Ready for your next story-based RPG? The Way of Wrath plans to fully support Linux and it's currently seeking funding on Kickstarter and it does look quite good.
Saber Interactive / Embracer Group acquire Aspyr Media, Gearbox
Another day another acquisition with Saber Interactive / Embracer Group acquiring Aspyr Media and so we see the continuing worrying trend of consolidation in the games industry. Plus, Gearbox too.
Viking open-world survival game Valheim enters Early Access
After a promising Alpha release on itch.io back in 2018, the day has finally come to enter purgatory in Valheim.
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