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KartSim, A Multiplayer Kart Racing Game
By GoCorinthians, 21 April 2014 at 12:23 pm UTC
Quoting: RiottaIt looks like a first commercial racing game for Linux, we should all be happy cause this genre is scarce on linux.
Project Cars is coming in november to SteamOS! hell yeah..until there KartSim will do...
KartSim, A Multiplayer Kart Racing Game
By Liam Dawe, 21 April 2014 at 12:21 pm UTC
Quoting: RiottaIt looks like a first commercial racing game for Linux, we should all be happy cause this genre is scarce on linux.

It's certainly not the first: http://www.gamingonlinux.com/articles/category/38
KartSim, A Multiplayer Kart Racing Game
By , 21 April 2014 at 12:20 pm UTC Likes: 1
It looks like a first commercial racing game for Linux, we should all be happy cause this genre is scarce on linux.
Nuclear Dawn FPS/RTS Hybrid 7.1 Released, Bringing Linux Out Of Beta
By , 21 April 2014 at 11:53 am UTC
is 9,99 EUR already the 75% off price?
Gearbox Looking At Customer Interest For A Linux Version Of Borderlands
By , 21 April 2014 at 11:53 am UTC
I'd like it for linux ..
Not sure if it's my type of game, but to try I'd buy i guess ;-).
Nuclear Dawn FPS/RTS Hybrid 7.1 Released, Bringing Linux Out Of Beta
By , 21 April 2014 at 11:24 am UTC Likes: 1
Sweet! Now to figure out how to play it correctly XD
KartSim, A Multiplayer Kart Racing Game
By FutureSuture, 21 April 2014 at 11:20 am UTC
Does not look like a combat racer/battle racer to me. I will stick with SuperTuxKart and the occasional Mario Kart.
'Alien Arena', an in-depth developers' interview - Part II
By , 21 April 2014 at 7:52 am UTC
It is a fantastic game. Everyone should try it.
Gearbox Looking At Customer Interest For A Linux Version Of Borderlands
By GNUzel, 21 April 2014 at 5:43 am UTC
I already did the Twitter thing and a big Steam forum but I am posting here too.
+1 for Linux Borderlands. Will buy all DLC and a copy or two for my friends since I already (regrettably) bought a Windows version back when I actually used Windows.
ReignMaker, A City Building Political Strategy Game With Match-3 Tower Defense Combat
By Speedster, 21 April 2014 at 5:18 am UTC
$10 is expensive in some parts of the world, but in my neck of the woods it's about what people pay for a single movie ticket -- this kind of game has WAY more hours of fun than a movie!
Heart Forth, Alicia Metroidvania RPG On Kickstarter, I Find Out What's With The Linux Stretch Goal
By Sabun, 21 April 2014 at 4:34 am UTC
Contagion listed Linux as a stretch goal on their kickstarter. Now they have already released for Windows, and have only ever had a Windows executable since being on Steam. They claim to be working on it now but have no ETA, but have previously cited that "We'll do what we can but each platform requires separate license fees" and a possible ETA is "definitely this year". Those aren't very convincing.

They have only recently stated that what's next is Linux and Mac support, but it is further down the list. As my previous statement, for all those Linux gamers who backed it, it is very likely you'll have to wait up to 1 year or more from the Windows release.

I don't hold them in contempt, it's just right now we have nothing else but the developers few sparse words to go on. Unlike other games, which at least have a Linux executable even before full release (Wasteland 2 and Starbound for example).

For Divinity, just read the Kickstarter pledge "If Mac and Linux versions -and other languages- become available they will be free to owners of PC copies". Notice the usage of IF. They haven't planned for it. It's a "if we've got nothing better to do, then we'll do it" style of "supporting" Linux.

If I am wrong on any of this, please correct me. This is from me following these games and trying to keep up with what's happening. If I'm wrong, I'll be glad as it would mean they're serious about Linux.
Linux & SteamOS Earn The 400 Games Badge
By , 21 April 2014 at 3:16 am UTC Likes: 1
Don't you guys ever forget about Humble Bundle role in all this. If Valve can pave the way to Linux gaming with stone its because HB walked into the unknown without even a dirt road.
Supergiant Games Transistor, A Sci-fi Themed Action RPG Will Fully Support Linux
By oldrocker99, 21 April 2014 at 2:12 am UTC
Does the song's lyrics comment on the action a la Bastion?
Linux & SteamOS Earn The 400 Games Badge
By oldrocker99, 21 April 2014 at 2:05 am UTC Likes: 1
400 games is a bit of a milestone, at least. I remember back in the beta, when the majority of games available for Linux had already been featured (and bought) in various Humble Bundles. When Crusader Kings II came out, I was overjoyed; the first ***** game for Linux since Neverwinter Nights and Dominions 3.
ReignMaker, A City Building Political Strategy Game With Match-3 Tower Defense Combat
By Frogdice, 21 April 2014 at 1:51 am UTC
Quoting: OrkultusThis game is 100x better than that, and its only 10. NOT 30. This was a well spent purchase. I cant stop playing it. I enjoy this game alot.

Thank you so much! :)

/beam proudly
GOL Cast: Dying For Greater Good in Life Goes On
By HadBabits, 21 April 2014 at 12:16 am UTC
I've been having a decent amount of fun with this. Even after the initial humor wears off there's plenty of challenging platforming/puzzles to be had.
Gearbox Looking At Customer Interest For A Linux Version Of Borderlands
By killx_den, 20 April 2014 at 11:28 pm UTC
Quoting: ElectricPrismIf this game isn't overly violent and just a fun FPS I'll get it if it launchnes on Linux.

Well you should probably use smaller weapons then and don't aim at heads with the sniper ^^
Jokes aside, Borderlands 2 is definitely a lot of fun :)
Gearbox Looking At Customer Interest For A Linux Version Of Borderlands
By , 20 April 2014 at 9:59 pm UTC
If this game isn't overly violent and just a fun FPS I'll get it if it launchnes on Linux.

I also no longer buy games that aren't on Linux.
Vlambeer's Procedural Death Labyrinth Nuclear Throne Now Available On Linux, Our Game-play Video
By , 20 April 2014 at 9:45 pm UTC
I think the 'no music' is a linux bug. You can swap weapons btw :P
NEO Scavenger Survival Game Adds Mod Support & More
By , 20 April 2014 at 9:33 pm UTC
It's true flash sucks...but it runs fine
Always Remember Me Visual Novel Released On Steam For Linux
By , 20 April 2014 at 5:59 pm UTC
I have it in desura for some unknown reason. I played it and its not my kind of game.
Black Ice, A Cyberpunk FPS & RPG Has A New Demo, Our Video & Thoughts
By , 20 April 2014 at 5:41 pm UTC
Is there more to it than running up to neon squares and shooting neon spiders with neon lasers?
DRM Boosts Profits & It's Here To Stay
By Hamish, 20 April 2014 at 4:25 pm UTC
I appreciate the fact that Desura allows for online downloads, but honestly that is not the deal breaker for me as long as the game I get is independent from the service once I have it downloaded.

Needing a client to download a title in of itself does put a limit on the distribution of a game, but much the same still applies to an online store front as well; if the website goes away, you lose access to your games. As long as the game is independent from the service when it is downloaded I can back it up and use it theoretically indefinitely.

Not that I am actually all that organized when it comes to making backups, but I definitely appreciate the option, and would do so if I was provoked or forewarned of an upcoming store closure.
Heart Forth, Alicia Metroidvania RPG On Kickstarter, I Find Out What's With The Linux Stretch Goal
By FutureSuture, 20 April 2014 at 4:01 pm UTC
Quoting: liamdawe
Quoting: FutureSuture
Quoting: SabunIsn't having Linux as a stretch goal part of the consensus that it's a no-no? Not even a mention of who they'd like to port the game. They probably haven't even thought about it that far. I'd figure with titles like 7 Days to Die, Contagion, Divinity, everyone would be more careful now. If they are sidelining Linux in the beginning, it is very likely they'll continue to do so for the foreseeable future.

If you don't mind paying for something you might get in 2 years time after Windows users have it, then go ahead. Just remember, don't be sad if you never get anything for your money.
What's the exact story behind those?
7 days to die, well they spoke to me a lot during their Kickstarter, now they are practically silent. Here's the Linux thread on it http://7daystodie.com/forums/showthread.php?5739-Soooo-yeah-Linux-maybe, I was forced to chime in considering I actually used my own money to back them and feel betrayed by their utter lack of communication.

I've sent them another message today on Kickstarter and will reply to that thread again today.
What about the other two games that Sabun mentioned?
Heart Forth, Alicia Metroidvania RPG On Kickstarter, I Find Out What's With The Linux Stretch Goal
By Liam Dawe, 20 April 2014 at 3:45 pm UTC
Quoting: FutureSuture
Quoting: SabunIsn't having Linux as a stretch goal part of the consensus that it's a no-no? Not even a mention of who they'd like to port the game. They probably haven't even thought about it that far. I'd figure with titles like 7 Days to Die, Contagion, Divinity, everyone would be more careful now. If they are sidelining Linux in the beginning, it is very likely they'll continue to do so for the foreseeable future.

If you don't mind paying for something you might get in 2 years time after Windows users have it, then go ahead. Just remember, don't be sad if you never get anything for your money.
What's the exact story behind those?

7 days to die, well they spoke to me a lot during their Kickstarter, now they are practically silent. Here's the Linux thread on it http://7daystodie.com/forums/showthread.php?5739-Soooo-yeah-Linux-maybe, I was forced to chime in considering I actually used my own money to back them and feel betrayed by their utter lack of communication.

I've sent them another message today on Kickstarter and will reply to that thread again today.
Heart Forth, Alicia Metroidvania RPG On Kickstarter, I Find Out What's With The Linux Stretch Goal
By FutureSuture, 20 April 2014 at 3:42 pm UTC
Quoting: SabunIsn't having Linux as a stretch goal part of the consensus that it's a no-no? Not even a mention of who they'd like to port the game. They probably haven't even thought about it that far. I'd figure with titles like 7 Days to Die, Contagion, Divinity, everyone would be more careful now. If they are sidelining Linux in the beginning, it is very likely they'll continue to do so for the foreseeable future.

If you don't mind paying for something you might get in 2 years time after Windows users have it, then go ahead. Just remember, don't be sad if you never get anything for your money.
What's the exact story behind those?
Heart Forth, Alicia Metroidvania RPG On Kickstarter, I Find Out What's With The Linux Stretch Goal
By , 20 April 2014 at 2:17 pm UTC
They should go plain C.

c++ complexity is dangerous from many view angles.
Heart Forth, Alicia Metroidvania RPG On Kickstarter, I Find Out What's With The Linux Stretch Goal
By Sabun, 20 April 2014 at 1:35 pm UTC
At the very least they are attentive, and have given an estimate of 3 months after the Windows release. I'd be a lot more trusting if we actually knew who would port the title. If it was Ryan Gordon or Ethan Lee or any other prominent Linux porter(s) we knew, it would be worthwhile. Right now, there is still quite a lack of transparency, although they have given us more information in that reply. Thanks for posting it Liam.
Linux & SteamOS Earn The 400 Games Badge
By , 20 April 2014 at 1:09 pm UTC Likes: 1
I think we also have Canonical/Ubuntu to thank, without doubt. From there, the whole free software stack also deserves credit.
Heart Forth, Alicia Metroidvania RPG On Kickstarter, I Find Out What's With The Linux Stretch Goal
By Liam Dawe, 20 April 2014 at 12:38 pm UTC
The developer had this to say about recent comments:

QuoteHello Liam,

I read your article and some of the comments. Porting the game to C++ and then to OSX/Linux at the end will take less time than porting the game to those platforms at all points of development. Not only would we also need to raise the stretch goal to a staggering amount to be able to pay the company that'll port the game to stick around for the whole lapse of development (or eat into our budget and risk not finishing the game), any bugs found in the ports would also need to be addressed, which would take more of our time.

In short: if we ported to Linux/OSX during development, the game itself would be delayed by many more months than the 3 months it'd take to port it at the end. I hope our decision is clearer to you now.

Thanks,
Alonso.
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