We've updated our Steam Tracker with the March info from the Steam Hardware Survey, Linux goes up to 0.87% - https://www.gamingonlinux.com/steam-tracker/
The Atari VCS is in trouble again as Rob Wyatt sues Atari for lack of payment
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The Atari VCS is in trouble again as Rob Wyatt sues Atari for lack of payment
Rob Wyatt, the architect behind the original Xbox and someone Atari hired to work on the Atari VCS system is now suing Atari over their failure to actually pay up.
Hypnotic puzzle-adventure 'Path to Mnemosyne' looks wild and it's now on Linux
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Hypnotic puzzle-adventure 'Path to Mnemosyne' looks wild and it's now on Linux
Path to Mnemosyne from DevilishGames originally released back in 2018, going on to receive some quite positive reviews about the setting and visuals and now it's on Linux.
Humble Choice has a new bundle up for April with a bonus game if you subscribe
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Humble Choice has a new bundle up for April with a bonus game if you subscribe
Humble Choice, the monthly game bundle subnoscription has a fresh selection ready for April and they're giving out a bonus game to people who subscribe.
FROGSONG is a sweet looking frog adventure where it's okay to be small
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FROGSONG is a sweet looking frog adventure where it's okay to be small
Ready for an adventure of a different sort? FROGSONG looks really quite sweet, an action adventure where you're an actual frog hopping around in a world 'where it's okay to be small'.
Valve and CodeWeavers now offering test builds of Proton before release with Proton 5.0-6 RC1 up
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Valve and CodeWeavers now offering test builds of Proton before release with Proton 5.0-6 RC1 up
Looks like Valve and CodeWeavers are switching up how Proton is released, with a series of test builds now being provided before a new stable release in the hopes of seeing less issues.
HITMAN franchise going cheap on Humble Store this weekend: https://www.humblebundle.com/store/promo/hitman-franchise-sale/?partner=gamingonlinux (partner)
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Ubuntu 20.04 has hit Beta (as have all the extra flavours) - help make it a release to remember
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Ubuntu 20.04 has hit Beta (as have all the extra flavours) - help make it a release to remember
Ah Ubuntu, it's like a warm cuddly blanket or a favourite jumper. There's others in your wardrobe but nothing is quite like the comfy and safe feel of it. A major new version is approaching with Ubuntu 20.04 which is a Long Term Support release.
Steam and CS:GO just keep knocking down records as Steam hits over 24 million concurrent users
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Steam and CS:GO just keep knocking down records as Steam hits over 24 million concurrent users
There seems to be no stopping Steam right now, Valve are on a roll with repeatedly breaking their own user records.
Side-scrolling open world RPG 'Regions Of Ruin' is FREE this weekend
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Side-scrolling open world RPG 'Regions Of Ruin' is FREE this weekend
In the mood to play something new? How about a game that blends the side-scrolling of Kingdom and adds in some open-world RPG elements too? Regions Of Ruin is FREE until April 7.
Sparklite has some gorgeous art, intense action and it's coming to Linux
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Sparklite has some gorgeous art, intense action and it's coming to Linux
Sparklite from Red Blue Games, an action-adventure set in a whimsical and ever-changing land, released on Steam last year and it's on the way to Linux.
Analgesic Productions have opened up the source for their Zelda-lite 'Anodyne'
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Analgesic Productions have opened up the source for their Zelda-lite 'Anodyne'
Anodyne, a Zelda-lite action adventure from Analgesic Productions from back in 2013 has today had the code opened up.
Vendetta Online goes free to play until June 1 giving anyone full access
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Vendetta Online goes free to play until June 1 giving anyone full access
Vendetta Online, something of a classic MMO space game is now free to play for everyone until June 1. Everyone will be treated as if they're a paying player during this time.
Looks like there's going to be a 'Streets of Rogue 2' and I'm definitely okay with that
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Looks like there's going to be a 'Streets of Rogue 2' and I'm definitely happy with that
Streets of Rogue released in 2019 and it's one of my absolute favourites from last year. The developer, Matt Dabrowski, recently outlined their future plans which will include a sequel.
ICYMI: Wasteland 3 is delayed until August 28 - https://www.gamingonlinux.com/articles/inxile-entertainment-announce-wasteland-3-is-delayed-until-august-28.16352
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inXile Entertainment announce Wasteland 3 is delayed until August 28
Wasteland 3 was originally set for May 19 and now that some platforms have access to a Beta, inXile Entertainment have said they're now going for an August 28 launch.
What have you been playing recently, come tell us what you think about it
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What have you been playing recently, come tell us what you think about it
Every so often we like to have a chat with our readers, and find out what you've been really getting into lately on Linux.
Tough highly-rated platformer 'LOVE' is now available on Linux with a massive update
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Tough highly-rated platformer 'LOVE' is now available on Linux with a massive update
Developer Fred Wood already had 'LOVE 2: kuso' available on Linux, however the original wasn't. That changed last week, as LOVE got a huge upgrade and Linux support came with it.
FOSS app 'GOverlay' for managing Linux gaming overlays adds early support for vkBasalt
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FOSS app 'GOverlay' for managing Linux gaming overlays adds early support for vkBasalt
GOverlay is fast becoming an incredibly useful free and open source Linux gaming application, giving you an easier time working with the MangoHud overlay and now the start of vkBasalt support too.
You can help show Gaijin demand for a Linux version of their upcoming MMO 'Enlisted'
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You can help show Gaijin demand for a Linux version of their upcoming MMO 'Enlisted'
Gaijin Entertainment have teamed up with Darkflow Software to create a new squad-based MMO called Enlisted, and they're taking a survey of what players use.
Dead Age 2 will bring survival, people management and turn-based combat in June
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Dead Age 2 will bring survival, people management and turn-based combat in June
Dead Age 2 from Silent Dreams and Headup now has a release date set for June 3, along with a brand new trailer.
Blending XCOM and HOMM the strategy game 'Fort Triumph' releases April 16
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Blending XCOM and HOMM the strategy game 'Fort Triumph' releases April 16
I'll openly admit right away my intense excitement on this one. Fort Triumph blends XCOM-styled combat with environmental interactions and Heroes of Might and Magic world-exploration into a unique and delightful mix.