Steam Play - what is it?
Steam Play is a feature that allows you to run compatibility layers in the Linux version of the Steam client. Proton being one of them, based upon another called Wine, allowing you to play thousands of Windows-only games on Linux. Be sure to check out our constantly updated beginner's guide here.
Need help? We have a 
Steam Play forum and a dedicated channel in 
our Discord.
Steam Play forum and a dedicated channel in our Discord.
Latest Steam Play articles- The Steam Play Proton compatibility layer turns two years old by Liam Dawe
20 August 2020 at 11:27 pm UTC - Cult classic Beneath a Steel Sky is finally available free on Steam by Liam Dawe
29 July 2020 at 1:41 pm UTC - It's now easier than ever to play STAR WARS: The Old Republic on Linux by Liam Dawe
22 July 2020 at 11:32 am UTC - Worms Armageddon gets a 21 year update, should work better with Wine and Proton by Liam Dawe
18 July 2020 at 11:26 am UTC - Halo 3 and Halo Reach may need this audio fix on Linux with Steam Play Proton by Liam Dawe
16 July 2020 at 11:00 am UTC - + View more Steam Play articles
FAQ
What is the status of Easy Anti-Cheat and BattlEye with Proton?
Neither currently work or are supported with Proton.
Can I use Proton outside of Steam?
Yes. Lutris can help with this.
Where do I report bugs in Proton and broken games?
Onto Valve's GitHub page but try asking in our forum first.
Neither currently work or are supported with Proton.
Can I use Proton outside of Steam?
Yes. Lutris can help with this.
Where do I report bugs in Proton and broken games?
Onto Valve's GitHub page but try asking in our forum first.
Want even more info?
Steam Tracker - historical data on the Linux market-share on Steam.
User Statistics - see what systems our users are running.
User Statistics - see what systems our users are running.