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It seems that the experimental Linux version of Arma 3 [Steam] is going to get the 64bit version in a coming update.

The Windows version gained 64bit support only recently in December in the development branch, so it's pleasing to see this being worked on for the Linux port. Originally, Bohemia stated the Linux version might not get 64bit.

I was pointed to SteamDB (thanks Ysblokje) where there's now a content depot for "Linux/Mac 1.68 64-bit".

This is awesome news, since I can't currently play the game due to the game being 32bit. Essentially, the game won't allow me to use all the RAM and VRAM I have, which won't be a problem when it's 64bit. The game always drops me down to Low quality textures and VP claim this is due to how OpenGL works + a 32bit game.

Respect to Virtual Programming for doing it, no word on when it will release but it sure looks like we will get the 64bit engine update! Article taken from GamingOnLinux.com.
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Leopard Mar 5, 2017
Don't get me wrong but VP is looking so noob and i think they can't manage this game.One of the longest ports ever.

If it is released some day,we will see Arma 4 is already out and this port is really bad and pushing away Linux people.
emp64 Mar 5, 2017
Quoting: LeopardDon't get me wrong but VP is looking so noob and i think they can't manage this game.One of the longest ports ever.

If it is released some day,we will see Arma 4 is already out and this port is really bad and pushing away Linux people.
Arma 3 linux/mac port is already released, they are just porting next version as Arma 3 development still continues. Version 1.68 isnt complete yet even for windows, so the 1.68 linux/mac port cannot be complete either.
Leopard Mar 5, 2017
Quoting: emp64
Quoting: LeopardDon't get me wrong but VP is looking so noob and i think they can't manage this game.One of the longest ports ever.

If it is released some day,we will see Arma 4 is already out and this port is really bad and pushing away Linux people.
Arma 3 linux/mac port is already released, they are just porting next version as Arma 3 development still continues. Version 1.68 isnt complete yet even for windows, so the 1.68 linux/mac port cannot be complete either.

Ummm,no.Not released.Can you see Mac or Linux logos or sys reqs?No?I thought so

http://store.steampowered.com/app/107410/

You're talking about accessing that by buying Windows version and doing some steps to access experimental port.

That is not a finished port,even they not finished the launcher.
emp64 Mar 5, 2017
Quoting: Leopard
Quoting: emp64
Quoting: LeopardDon't get me wrong but VP is looking so noob and i think they can't manage this game.One of the longest ports ever.

If it is released some day,we will see Arma 4 is already out and this port is really bad and pushing away Linux people.
Arma 3 linux/mac port is already released, they are just porting next version as Arma 3 development still continues. Version 1.68 isnt complete yet even for windows, so the 1.68 linux/mac port cannot be complete either.

Ummm,no.Not released.Can you see Mac or Linux logos or sys reqs?No?I thought so

http://store.steampowered.com/app/107410/

You're talking about accessing that by buying Windows version and doing some steps to access experimental port.

That is not a finished port,even they not finished the launcher.
The only step you need to do is click Install in steam, you have to do this for all the games you want to play on steam.
Leopard Mar 5, 2017
Quoting: emp64
Quoting: Leopard
Quoting: emp64
Quoting: LeopardDon't get me wrong but VP is looking so noob and i think they can't manage this game.One of the longest ports ever.

If it is released some day,we will see Arma 4 is already out and this port is really bad and pushing away Linux people.
Arma 3 linux/mac port is already released, they are just porting next version as Arma 3 development still continues. Version 1.68 isnt complete yet even for windows, so the 1.68 linux/mac port cannot be complete either.

Ummm,no.Not released.Can you see Mac or Linux logos or sys reqs?No?I thought so

http://store.steampowered.com/app/107410/

You're talking about accessing that by buying Windows version and doing some steps to access experimental port.

That is not a finished port,even they not finished the launcher.
The only step you need to do is click Install in steam, you have to do this for all the games you want to play on steam.

Dude,please read and then argue if you want.Omg...



https://dev.arma3.com/ports

That is not finished,it is experimental and when i buy it counts as a Windows buy.Damn...
Lakorta Mar 5, 2017
Quoting: LeopardDude,please read and then argue if you want.Omg...



https://dev.arma3.com/ports

That is not finished,it is experimental and when i buy it counts as a Windows buy.Damn...
I think you're the one that needs to reread that ;)
It says NO steam branches, you can only use the default one. You don't have to change anything to download the linux version (quite the contrary: if you change the steam branch you won't download the linux version).
Also they do keep track of linux users (otherwise they wouldn't be able to check whether their 'experiment' is successful or not).
Leopard Mar 5, 2017
Quoting: Lakorta
Quoting: LeopardDude,please read and then argue if you want.Omg...



https://dev.arma3.com/ports

That is not finished,it is experimental and when i buy it counts as a Windows buy.Damn...
I think you're the one that needs to reread that ;)
It says NO steam branches, you can only use the default one. You don't have to change anything to download the linux version (quite the contrary: if you change the steam branch you won't download the linux version).
Also they do keep track of linux users (otherwise they wouldn't be able to check whether their 'experiment' is successful or not).

No,you're not reading.

1-)It counts as a Windows sale

2-)They have feedback pages; they're not feedbacking through the game itself. Actually,i ve never heard a nonsense like that

3-)True,i misunderstood that.You need to press download and play.
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