Wine 3.3 is out with a start on Vulkan support, D3D multi-threaded command stream is on by default
Wine 3.3 is a pretty exciting release for those following development and wanting to run Windows games and software on Linux.
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Heroes of Hammerwatch released on Steam for Linux, no GOG release due to missing Galaxy
Heroes of Hammerwatch, the rogue-lite action-adventure from Crackshell is now officially out and it looks good, sadly though the Linux version is Steam only.
Wine PBA looks like a promising set of patches to improve Wine performance
For those of you interested in running some of your Windows-only games on Linux, you might want to take a look at Wine PBA.
Slime Rancher is another Unity game to have black screen problems on Linux, here's a temp fix
A while ago the Unity game engine sadly introduced a bug which has caused many games to either display a black screen or give no input, Slime Rancher is another I've discovered with it. Here's a temporary fix.
Slay the Spire adds a new daily challenge mode, like I need any more reasons to play it
Like I needed any more reasons to play more Slay the Spire, but they've added a daily challenge mode along with more music.
Mulaka, an action-adventure game based on the culture of the Tarahumara could see Linux support
The developer of Mulaka, an action-adventure game inspired by the indigenous culture of northern Mexico’s Tarahumara could see Linux support if there's enough interest.
Abyss Crew, a co-op game of submarine exploration promises Linux support on Kickstarter
For those who like your co-op exploration, you might want to take a look at Abyss Crew that's currently on Kickstarter.
ATOM RPG, the promising post-apocalyptic indie game has a pretty big update
After checking out ATOM RPG previously, a game that looked rather a lot like a modern version of the classic Fallout games I was somewhat impressed. It's just had a decently sized update.
Surviving Mars from Haemimont Games & Paradox announced for a GOG release
For those wanting to colonise Mars, but you don't buy from Steam you can rejoice as GOG have announced they will have Surviving Mars too!
Turn-based tactics roguelike Depth of Extinction adds expanded exploration options and more
Depth of Extinction is one turn-based tactics game I'm incredibly excited about and their progress is amazing.
CROSSNIQ+ is a puzzle game that's a little like Bejeweled mixed with a Rubik's cube
CROSSNIQ+ is the followup to the free puzzle game CROSSNIQ, it's a little like Bejeweled (or any other match-x game) mixed with a Rubik's cube. It's on Kickstarter with full Linux support just like the previous free game.
Orwell: Ignorance is Strength is now out with full Linux support
What is truth? Orwell: Ignorance is Strength, also known as the second season of Orwell is inspired by the rise of fake news, social media echo chambers and the displacement of truth.
We have a bunch of Wild Terra Online keys to give away again
We have teamed up with the folks at Juvty Worlds once again to offer up a bunch of Wild Terra Online keys!
Ion Maiden, a new 3D Realms FPS has launched in Early Access with Linux support
Well this was unexpected! 3D Realms is back, teaming up with Voidpoint for a brand new FPS named Ion Maiden and the first part is now available in Early Access with Linux support.
One Hour One Life, a very unique survival game where you can be another player's baby
I've not been this intrigued by a game for quite some time, One Hour One Life sounds like one of the most unique survival games I've ever seen.
Boo! Greedy Kid is a pretty amusing puzzle game about scaring people for soda money
Flying Oak Games certainly get points for originality here, as Boo! Greedy Kid is a pretty amusing idea for a casual fast-paced puzzle game.
Work is under way to get proper Steam Controller support in the Linux Kernel
In addition to an update to the excellent SC Controller software, it seems there's also work towards getting full Steam Controller support in the Linux Kernel.
The situation with 'Underworld Ascendant' and Linux support is currently a little confusing
Underworld Ascendant, the action RPG from the original creators of Ultima Underworld added Linux support as part of the original Kickstarter back in 2015. Now, it seems they're not too sure what they're doing with Linux support.
SC Controller driver and UI for the Steam Controller has a fresh update
The incredibly useful SC Controller tool has a fresh update out that sees the return of AppImage support, a few new bits and some bug fixes.
Heroes of Hammerwatch releases in two days, check out their new trailer
Heroes of Hammerwatch, a rogue-lite action-adventure from Crackshell releases on March 1st and they've just put up a shiny new trailer.
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