XCOM 2 has been fixed up quite a bit in this first patch now available for Linux & SteamOS. I've tested it myself, and it's a far nicer experience now.
It's going to be tough to beat XCOM 2 for my top spot in games released this year!
It has all the fixes from the Windows hotfix and then some:
QuoteMac/Linux Fixes
Player is unable to progress to scan in the Geoscape after completing the Resistance Communications research via Tutorial – This will fix previously affected saves.
Unable to load saves with a Chryssalid Cocoon – This will fix the issue, and for previously affected saves.
Using the preview voice button for a modded voice pack will no longer crash the game when in the armoury.
Improvements to frame rate and in level hitching.
Fixed issues with Mods not enabling on some machines
Improved “Refresh” button behaviour in modding panel
Fixed issue with Shen’s leg flickering
Fixed issue when switching from Japanese to other languages.
Various minor improvements.
Linux Specific Fixes
Fixed rare corruption caused by LC_ALL flag in users .bashrc file
Fixed discoloured pink/blue smoke on some Nvidia hardware
Updated warnings for users using unsupported Nvidia drivers
Fixed Red Lights above units in level on some Nvidia hardware
Fixed conflict between depth of field and bloom on some Nvidia hardware
Fixed crash on launch when VPN or other virtual networks are enabled.
Fixed Fountains out of game area not correctly fogged
You can get XCOM 2 at Games Republic (which tips us) and Steam. Article taken from GamingOnLinux.com.
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Nice :)Always advisable to do after a patch, and verify contents to make sure you have the correct files from the new patch.
Do we need to revert the engine tweaks?
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edddeduck_feral Feb 26, 2016
Nice :)
Do we need to revert the engine tweaks?
I'd advise you should yes.
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It made a notable difference to me too - I were even able to crank up the graphics level one notch!
This is a job well done, Feral. Excellent.
This is a job well done, Feral. Excellent.
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edddeduck_feral Feb 26, 2016
It made a notable difference to me too - I were even able to crank up the graphics level one notch!
This is a job well done, Feral. Excellent.
Thanks for the feedback!
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Mountain Man Feb 26, 2016
Nice :)I've heard the "engine tweaks" were of questionable value anyway.
Do we need to revert the engine tweaks?
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I've heard the "engine tweaks" were of questionable value anyway.
It got rid of 99% of the stuttering for me on Linux.
But to get on topic, once I got the patch, I reverted my .ini file to its original state, jacked every setting up to its absolute max, and jumped into the game. The stuttering is GONE, but missions seem to be capped at 30 FPS. It never goes above it, never goes below, save for the occasional I-Can't-Believe-I'm-Mentioning-This dip to 29.5 or so. While I'd like to see the framerate a little higher, it's perfectly playable.
Though the stuttering still shows up in the Avenger. It's not nearly as bad as it was, but it's there. Framerate floats around 17-20 FPS, as well.
Oh, and the red sparkly tint in the shadows is still around.
Last edited by Renzatic Gear on 27 February 2016 at 12:58 am UTC
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Benchmark please!...
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edddeduck_feral Feb 27, 2016
Benchmark please!...
This game has no benchmark mode but if you play you should notice a higher FPS and less stutter.
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Those values showing FPS, temperature on the cores and your graphic card on the left top corner - what software gives you that information?I've heard the "engine tweaks" were of questionable value anyway.Oh, and the red sparkly tint in the shadows is still around.
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Looks like GLXOSD.Those values showing FPS, temperature on the cores and your graphic card on the left top corner - what software gives you that information?I've heard the "engine tweaks" were of questionable value anyway.Oh, and the red sparkly tint in the shadows is still around.
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Nice :)I've heard the "engine tweaks" were of questionable value anyway.
Do we need to revert the engine tweaks?
I've heard they helped on my computer ;)
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Thanks @tuubi, it seems that's it. I gave it a try and I must say it is a nice way to do a benchmark, but for most cases Steam in-game fps counter does the job (without temperature of course).
Anyway, always nice to learn something new.
Anyway, always nice to learn something new.
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Now when I start the game, it tells me that my GeForce GTX 970 isn't supported. 
EDIT: possibly because I'm using the 361.28 driver, but the FAQ explicitly states that higher version drivers should work.
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EDIT: possibly because I'm using the 361.28 driver, but the FAQ explicitly states that higher version drivers should work.
Last edited by WorMzy on 27 February 2016 at 2:20 pm UTC
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Lordpkappa Feb 27, 2016
Now when I start the game, it tells me that my GeForce GTX 970 isn't supported.
EDIT: possibly because I'm using the 361.28 driver, but the FAQ explicitly states that higher version drivers should work.
Same here with Gtx 970.
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Thanks @tuubi, it seems that's it. I gave it a try and I must say it is a nice way to do a benchmark, but for most cases Steam in-game fps counter does the job (without temperature of course).
I didn't know Steam had a built in FPS counter. Where's it at?
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TheRiddick Feb 27, 2016
Forever AMD gets the middle finger yet again.. I wonder if AMD enjoys EVERYONE outright ignoring them as a company under Linux!
Kinda regret buying my 390x, should have stuck with the 980GTX. Mind you the 8GB VRAM is nice (and yes I use it since I run everything at 4k and mod etc).
Freesync is a nice feature to have but I think the sacrifice of loosing Linux gaming (for the most part) is a bit too high to pay, next round of videocards will be interesting and if AMD can't produce a GOOD Linux driver by then, I'll go back to NVIDIA (AMD Should be happy, they excel at loosing customers).
Kinda regret buying my 390x, should have stuck with the 980GTX. Mind you the 8GB VRAM is nice (and yes I use it since I run everything at 4k and mod etc).
Freesync is a nice feature to have but I think the sacrifice of loosing Linux gaming (for the most part) is a bit too high to pay, next round of videocards will be interesting and if AMD can't produce a GOOD Linux driver by then, I'll go back to NVIDIA (AMD Should be happy, they excel at loosing customers).
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Try Settings -> In-Game. Needs the Steam Overlay to work. It's just a simple FPS display though.Thanks @tuubi, it seems that's it. I gave it a try and I must say it is a nice way to do a benchmark, but for most cases Steam in-game fps counter does the job (without temperature of course).
I didn't know Steam had a built in FPS counter. Where's it at?
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Try Settings -> In-Game. Needs the Steam Overlay to work. It's just a simple FPS display though.
For those rare moments when I feel like eyeball-benchmarking something, that's all I need. Thanks. :D
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