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The next driver release from NVIDIA will support using Vulkan without needing the X11 on Linux
It seems NVIDIA are preparing a new driver update that will enable the use of Vulkan without needing X11.
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Alwa's Awakening, a game inspired by old NES classics needs Linux testers
The developers of Alwa's Awakening contacted me to let you all know that they are going to need help testing the Linux version of their game.
Engage in a battle of wits, luck and skullduggery in 'The Living Dungeon', now released for Linux
The Living Dungeon is a board game come to life in video game form and it's now available on Linux. Up to 9 players can take part in a battle of wits, luck and skullduggery. It also features a 30 hour story campaign.
Stellaris 1.4 update released with a free DLC named 'Horizon Signal'
Stellaris has received a major patch today to address a bunch of bugs, do some optimizations, adds a ton of achievements and more. They have also released a free DLC named 'Horizon Signal'.
Dungeon Souls, the action and adventure roguelike has left Early Access
Dungeon Souls is a roguelike I was quite impressed with back when I played it in January, and it's really pleasing to see development now finished.
Today I had a chat with Sudoshred and Hex DSL for their XPenguin video podcast
I had the pleasure of speaking to Sudoshred and Hex DSL today about Linux gaming and the GamingOnLinux website.
Eliosi's Hunt, a sci-fi top-down shooter could come to Linux with enough interest
If you're a fan of good-looking top-down shooters, you may want to know that Eliosi's Hunt could come to Linux with enough interest.
Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun now has the Linux demo available
Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun, a hardcore tactical stealth game set in Japan which has gameplay similar to the Commandos series now has a demo for Linux, right near release.
Our latest user survey is done, Steam Controller seems to be the favourite
Our user survey is now done automatically from your profiles every month. On the 1st of December a fresh lot was generated.
'Lara Croft GO', a turn based puzzle-adventure released day-1 on Linux
Lara Croft GO, is a turn based puzzle-adventure spin-off of Tomb Raider and it has arrived with day-1 Linux support.
The Exiled, an open-world survival arena that combines MMO and MOBA together supports Linux
The Exiled, a new discovery recently that aims to combine the open-world approach of an MMO together with MOBA style battles. The icing here is that it supports Linux.
Redout, a fantastic looking tribute to games like WipeOut could come to Linux, with enough interest
I was shared an email yesterday from a conversation with the developers of futuristic racer 'Redout'. The developers are willing to do a Linux version, if there's enough interest.
Applications for the 'Disgaea 2 PC' beta for Linux are now open
If you want a chance to beta test Disgaea 2 PC for Linux, now is your chance. The developers are requested people enter a quick form.
Early Access physics based building game 'Besiege' is now available on GOG
For those of you who stick with GOG, you may want to know that Besiege, a very cool physics based building game is now available.
Heavy Gear Assault is heading to Steam, first 1000 people on their mailing list get a free key
The mech battling game 'Heavy Gear Assault' is heading to Steam soon and they are giving away 1000 keys to people who sign up on their mailing list.
Open source RTS game 0 A.D. has a new project leader, continues towards next Alpha version
0 A.D. has a change in leadership with Erik stepping down, but work continues on and the new Alpha is already shaping up.
Edge Of Eternity, a beautiful indie tribute to J-RPG classics is waiting on Unity & Vulkan
Edge Of Eternity is a really fantastic looking indie tribute to the J-RPG classics and the developers have confirmed Linux will not see a release until Vulkan is stable in Unity.
Join me tonight at 8PM UTC for the weekly Linux gaming livestream
Tonight we have games to play! Come join me at 8PM UTC as we take a look at some more games and I attempt to play them live.
ZeniMax are flexing their legal muscles towards DoomRL
This is quite sad really, ZeniMax are now sending their cronies after DoomRL the Doom-inspired roguelike.
Inner Chains, an incredibly brutal looking UE4-built FPS that's coming to Linux shows off some gameplay
I'm incredibly excited to watch how Inner Chains has been progressing and now we have a proper look at some early gameplay. It looks incredible!
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