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DXVK 2.3 has game fixes for The Sims 2, Tomb Raider Anniversary, Far Cry 2

By Liam Dawe, 11 Sep 2023

Somehow, I missed that DXVK 2.3 went out last week. So here's a run over what's new for this Vulkan-based translation layer that converts Direct3D 9/10/11 for Wine and Proton.

Deckbuilding RPG 'Gordian Quest' gets Steam Deck Verified

By Liam Dawe, 11 Sep 2023

Need some more deckbuilding? Gordian Quest looks great and it recently became Steam Deck Verified, with the developer talking about the work involved in it.

PSP emulator PPSSPP adds RetroAchievements support

By Liam Dawe, 11 Sep 2023

PPSSPP is a free and open source emulator for the Sony PSP, with release 1.16 out now adding in support for the popular RetroAchievements project.

DXVK-NVAPI 0.6.4 out now expanding HDR support

By Liam Dawe, 11 Sep 2023

DXVK-NVAPI is an alternative NVAPI (NVIDIA API) implementation used with DXVK and VKD3D-Proton for running Windows games on Linux and Steam Deck through Proton.

Sid Meier's Alpha Centauri gets an in-development open source remake

By Liam Dawe, 11 Sep 2023

Seems like another classic is getting revived with the power of open source. Sid Meier's Alpha Centauri from 1999 has a remake in progress called GLSMAC.

RollerCoaster Tycoon 2 reimplementation OpenRCT2 gets a new title theme

By Liam Dawe, 11 Sep 2023

The team and community behind OpenRCT2, the open source re-implementation of RollerCoaster Tycoon 2 have a brand new update out which includes some fun changes like a whole new title theme.

Here's how to get PAYDAY 3 Beta to work on Steam Deck & Linux

By Liam Dawe, 9 Sep 2023

PAYDAY 3 has a technical Beta currently live, as they're testing out their servers ready for the full release on September 21st. Getting it running on Steam Deck and desktop Linux needs a little fix to work so here's how.

Get some slick stealth games like Shadow Tactics in this new bundle

By Liam Dawe, 8 Sep 2023

Love your top-down stealth tactics? The Strike from the Shadows Humble Bundle has some pretty great looking picks for you. So here's the compatibility you're likely to see on Steam Deck and desktop Linux.

More teasers appear for upcoming Valve hardware

By Liam Dawe, 8 Sep 2023

Just recently I wrote about potential new hardware coming from Valve related to "Galileo" and "Sephiroth" that could be a Steam Deck refresh or new VR kit. Now we have basic initial details on a device being certified in South Korea.

Amnesia: The Dark Descent Redux mod adds Vulkan and DirectX 12 support

By Liam Dawe, 8 Sep 2023

Well this is quite fun to see. Amnesia: The Dark Descent has gained a Redux mod that rebuilds the graphics engine behind the game to provide Vulkan on Linux and DirectX 12 on Windows.

Proton Experimental fixes up Metro Exodus, Sword Art Online: Integral Factor and more

By Liam Dawe, 8 Sep 2023

Even more games get even more fixes in the latest release of Proton Experimental from Valve for Steam Deck and desktop Linux so here's what's changed.

Fully-voiced surreal horror visual novel Slay the Princess launches October 20

By Liam Dawe, 8 Sep 2023

Coming from the developers of the excellent Scarlet Hollow, their next game Slay the Princess is set to launch on October 20 with full Native Linux support and it looks great.

Check out the new trailer for Projekt Z: Beyond Order

By Liam Dawe, 8 Sep 2023

Projekt Z: Beyond Order is an upcoming atmospheric first-person zombie co-op shooter set in WW2, in development by 314 Arts and a new trailer is live.

KDE Plasma 6 to launch in February 2024

By Liam Dawe, 8 Sep 2023

They've finally set a date! The big release of the KDE Plasma 6 desktop is now set to launch in February 2024.

Star Trek: Infinite from Paradox releases October 12

By Liam Dawe, 7 Sep 2023

Paradox Interactive along with Nimble Giant Entertainment have announced that Star Trek: Infinite will be releasing on October 12th.

Chaotic furniture-building co-op game KallaX only gives one player instructions

By Liam Dawe, 7 Sep 2023

KallaX sounds like it could be quite hilarious. With co-op play of between 2-6 players, you will need to build some furniture but the problem is, only one of you has been given the instructions.

Tactical turn-based stealth game Spirited Thief releases September 19

By Liam Dawe, 7 Sep 2023

Spirited Thief looks pretty sweet. A tactical turn-based stealth game with a twist, where you take your time to scout ahead and plan your heist as your ghostly friend, then use your knowledge to break in and break out with pricey loot.

Titanfall 2 has a player surge with a huge sale, great on Steam Deck & desktop Linux

By Liam Dawe, 7 Sep 2023

Available really cheap until September 18th, Titanfall 2 has one of the best FPS campaigns around and some great multiplayer with the Northstar mod too.

Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart gets FSR 2.2 and Ray Tracing for AMD GPUs on Linux

By Liam Dawe, 7 Sep 2023

Insomniac Games and Nixxes Software showing how good PC support is done with Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart, with another free upgrade out now. It's good news for Steam Deck and desktop Linux players too.