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Atari VCS games really are just plain Linux desktop builds
Now that the Atari VCS is out in the wild for plenty of IndieGoGo backers, we've seen plenty of reports of how it works and one GamingOnLinux reader gave us plenty of info.
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Point and click dreamworld noir adventure 'Oniria Crimes' lands on Linux
Oniria Crimes is a point and click noir adventure game from cKolmos Game Studios, originally released back in early December 2020 and they ported it to Linux not long after release.
Programming puzzler inspired by retro computing Comet 64 releases February 5, 2021
Find programming relaxing? Enjoy puzzle games? Comet 64 could be your next game, with a theme and visuals inspired by some early computing devices.
Feudal Kingdoms is a promising upcoming medieval grand strategy game
Need more grand strategy in your gaming time? Get ready to go medieval and expand with Feudal Kingdoms from developer Blood and Pixels.
Lightweight desktop Xfce 4.16 released with a visual refresh and fractional scaling
1 year and 4 months of work later, the sleek and simple Linux desktop Xfce 4.16 is out now along with plenty of visual upgrades and some big tech upgrades too.
Sony to officially support the PS5 DualSense on Linux with a new driver
Roderick Colenbrander of Sony Interactive Entertainment has sent in a brand new and official Linux driver for the PS5 DualSense for even better out of the box support.
The Humble Holiday in Space Bundle has a few nice picks
Another week another game bundle, a chance for you to build up that collection of games with the Humble Holiday in Space Bundle out now.
Make way for an $80 handheld that runs Ubuntu with the ODROID-Go Super
Looking for a little gaming on the go or perhaps something in bed? The upcoming ODROID-Go Super sounds like quite a useful little Switch-styled device.
Cooler Master and KFC team up to create a 'console' PC and now I've seen everything
Is this actually seriously real? I still have some doubts but I am beginning to get hungry. KFC and Cooler Master have properly announced the KFConsole.
A fourth Release Candidate is now available for Wine 6.0
Currently in a feature-freeze while as many lingering issues are solved as possible for the next big stable release, Wine has a fourth Release Candidate up now.
Happy Holidays, Merry Christmas, Happy New Year from GamingOnLinux
The end of 2020 will shortly be upon us, so we wanted to offer our best wishes to all of our readers.
Our top favourite Linux games released in 2020
As 2020 comes to a close, here's a brief look over what games we personally thought truly stood out in 2020 that directly supported Linux.
Check out the new footage of ENCODYA a cyberpunk point and click adventure
The first title from Chaosmonger Studio with new publisher Assemble Entertainment looks to be shaping up well, and there's a new featurette trailer with chief developer Nicola Piovesan.
Free and open source 2D RTS 'Wyrmsun' 4.0 is out now
If you love classic 2D RTS games like Warcraft 2 and other similar titles, Wyrmsun is one you should take a look at because not only is it free and open source but it's seeing major upgrades too.
Open source Linux instant-replay tool ReplaySorcery has some major upgrades
Need an easy way to capture those awesome moments when you're playing Linux games? ReplaySorcery is what you need, and the developer has been very busy with it.
Stadia Pro gets F1 2020 free in January 2021, all users can claim Crayta free right now
A few bits of big news to go over for Stadia followers on Linux, as there's new games released, free games, games on sale and a whole lot more.
The Steam Winter Sale 2020 is now live, plus a new Codemasters Humble Bundle
Another season another big Steam sale, is your wallet prepared? There's plenty of huge discount going on right now for you to take a look at. Plus to save you a click - there's a new Codemasters Humble Bundle.
Get the incredible Brigador: Up-Armored Deluxe free on GOG until December 25
Need a new game? Here's one I can recommend without hesitation - Brigador: Up-Armored Deluxe and it's free to claim and keep for 72 hours.
Get an early look at online multiplayer in the action-RPG Last Epoch
One of the most promising upcoming action-RPGs around, Last Epoch had a pretty great year expanding the content available along with a new playable class and they have their sights set to get you playing online in 2021.
Get the feel of the classic GTA2 played online in Geneshift with a massive new map
Lots of people love the original GTA and GTA2, myself included and Geneshift has a major overhaul (again) that tweaks the Battle Royale gameplay along with a huge new map to give classic GTA2 vibes.
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