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How to play games from GOG and Epic Games on Linux, SteamOS and Steam Deck

By Liam Dawe,
While most of Linux gaming revolves around Steam, SteamOS and Steam Deck. GOG and Epic Games can be run on Linux platforms too - here's how.

Why are there so many different Proton versions? Proton 8, Proton 9, Experimental, GE-Proton

By Liam Dawe,
Why are there so many different versions of Proton? The compatibility layer that runs Windows games on Linux / SteamOS and Steam Deck.H ere's a guide to help.
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How to get Battlefield 3 and Battlefield 4 online working on Linux, SteamOS, Steam Deck

By Liam Dawe,
Want to play the classics Battlefield 3 and Battlefield 4 on Linux, SteamOS, Steam Deck? Here's what you need to do to get them working fully.

How to get GeForce NOW on Steam Deck, SteamOS

By Liam Dawe,
Here's your simple no-nonsense guide to getting NVIDIA GeForce NOW up and running on Steam Deck, SteamOS.

How to install, update and see what graphics driver you have on Linux and SteamOS

By Liam Dawe,
Here's an overview and guide to what options you have for graphics drivers on Linux, since it can at times be a little on the confusing side.

How to change the Proton version on Linux, SteamOS and Steam Deck

By Liam Dawe,
You've heard a lot about Proton and all the different versions, but how do you actually change the version of Proton used for games? Here's all you need to know.

How to check game compatibility for Linux, SteamOS and Steam Deck

By Liam Dawe,
Want to know how you can check to see if a game is compatible with Linux / SteamOS and Steam Deck? Here's all you need to know in one handy guide.

How to set up Decky Loader on Steam Deck / SteamOS for easy plugins

By Liam Dawe,
Decky Loader is a simple to use plugin system for Steam Deck / SteamOS, that allows you to add in plenty of extra features and some of the plugins are awesome.

How to set, change and reset your SteamOS / Steam Deck desktop sudo password

By Liam Dawe,
If you're going to be messing around with SteamOS on Steam Deck or other devices, there are times it will need a sudo password in Desktop Mode. Here's how to set it, change it and reset it if you forgot it.

An idiots guide to setting up Minecraft on Steam Deck / SteamOS with controller support

By Liam Dawe,
Minecraft (Java Edition) has supported Linux platforms for a long time, so getting it running on Steam Deck / SteamOS is easy. Here's your foolproof guide to getting it set up correctly and with controller support too.

How to install extra software, apps and games on SteamOS and Steam Deck

By Liam Dawe,
The Steam Deck with SteamOS (and other devices that will ship with SteamOS) use a locked-down filesystem, so installing extra software is a little different. Here's what you need to know in a simple to understand guide.
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