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I am the owner of GamingOnLinux. After discovering Linux back in the days of Mandrake in 2003, I constantly checked on the progress of Linux until Ubuntu appeared on the scene and it helped me to really love it. You can reach me easily by emailing GamingOnLinux directly. You can also follow my personal adventures on Bluesky.

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SteamWorld Heist Has A First Gameplay Trailer

By Liam Dawe, 3 Apr 2015

From the developers who gave us SteamWorld Dig and Anthill, SteamWorld Heist looks like it will be a pretty fun space adventure with good looking shootouts.

Nightside, The Awesome RTS Game Has Entered Steam Early Access With Linux Support

By Liam Dawe, 2 Apr 2015

Nightside is a game I've been testing, and I've really taken a liking to it. Now you can too join the fun with the Steam release.

The Banner Saga For Linux Is Coming Close To A Release

By Liam Dawe, 2 Apr 2015

The Banner Saga developers tweeted out recently that the game is nearing the final stages for Linux! I know quite a few are waiting on it, so I'm happy to relay the news.

Some More Classic Games Are Now On Steam For Linux

By Liam Dawe, 2 Apr 2015

Thanks to Night Dive Studios we now have a few more real classic games on Steam for Linux. A chance for some younger gamers to relive the experience.

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Out There: Ω Edition Space Exploration Adventure Fully Released On Steam For Linux

By Liam Dawe, 2 Apr 2015

Out There: Ω Edition is a really nice space exploration game with zero combat. It impressed me during the beta, and the final release is now available.

Grass Simulator Fully Released With Linux Support

By Liam Dawe, 1 Apr 2015

April Fools! Wait, this is real? Grass Simulator added Linux support recently, and today they have released the final version.

Star Citizen For Linux Is Being Held Up By Crytek

By Liam Dawe, 31 Mar 2015

In a very recent video from Star Citizen's Chris Roberts, he outlines what's going on with the Linux version, and sadly the news right now isn't too healthy.

The GDC Videos From This Year Are Now Online, Including The Video On The Vulkan API

By Liam Dawe, 31 Mar 2015

While we didn't get a chance to attend GDC due to it being expensive, the videos are now online for all to see. It's good to finally see a high quality video for the Vulkan presentation.

Humble Indie Bundle 14 Is Out, Outlast & Shadow Warrior New To Linux

By Liam Dawe, 31 Mar 2015

Well, I was writing up both Outlast & Shadow warrior, then I checked my twitter feed and...dayam! Outlast & Shadow warrior are both now on Linux and in the brand new Humble Indie Bundle 14, what a day!

AIRLINE TYCOON DELUXE Released On GOG For Linux

By Liam Dawe, 31 Mar 2015

The dated (but still good) simulation game is now available DRM free from GOG. The Linux version only appeared on Steam in December, so GOG are only 4 months later on this one.

Create A Rad Spaceship In Captain Forever Remix, Now On Linux & Thoughts Thrown In

By Liam Dawe, 29 Mar 2015

Captain Forever Remix is a colourful and fun spaceship action and building game that just released into early access, and I took a look.

Pirates, Vikings, And Knights II Released For Linux, It's Free On Steam

By Liam Dawe, 28 Mar 2015

It's free game Saturday! Pirates, Vikings, and Knights II a free source engine action game to brighten up your weekend.

Spirits of Xanadu, A Creepy Space Adventure Released For Linux, Some Thoughts Thrown In

By Liam Dawe, 28 Mar 2015

Spirits of Xanadu is a creepy mix of exploration and adventure that was just released, and I decided to take an early look to see if it's worth your time.

Prepare A New Set Of Pants, Outlast Releases For Linux On Tuesday

By Liam Dawe, 28 Mar 2015

Well there goes my Tuesday night. Outlast, one of the scariest games ever made is releasing for Linux on Tuesday the 31st of March!

Killing Floor 2 Gameplay Shown Off By PC Gamer, Early Access Soon

By Liam Dawe, 27 Mar 2015

PC Gamer has a bit of a world exclusive, they managed to get the Killing Floor 2 developers in to play with them, and we have the video for you.

Shadow Warrior FPS Releasing For Linux Next Week, Promises Swords & Lovely Visuals

By Liam Dawe, 27 Mar 2015

It was only in January that we saw signs of Shadow Warrior being ported to Linux, and it’s officially due next week! Get ready for some beautifully frantic and brutal action.

Pillars Of Eternity RPG Released For Linux, Early Port Report Included

By Liam Dawe, 26 Mar 2015

Pillars of Eternity is the brand new RPG from Obsidian Entertainment and Paradox Interactive. It’s expensive compared to a lot of our games, so here’s our look at it.

Shadowgate (2014) Point & Click Adventure Released For Linux

By Liam Dawe, 26 Mar 2015

Shadowgate is one of the most well-known and beloved point-and-click adventure titles in gaming history. Apparently, I'm going to be honest and throw my hands up as I've never heard of it or this remake before. It's now on Linux though, yippe!