Checking compatibility for Windows Steam backups
Checking compatibility for Windows Steam backups
Hello! Your question about moving from Windows 10 to Ubuntu is clear. Regarding Steam backup files, they are generally designed for Windows and may not work directly on Linux without conversion. However, you can explore Linux-compatible alternatives or use a virtual machine to run Windows applications. If you have a data cap, consider downloading smaller backups or using cloud storage for easier management. Let me know if you need further guidance!
I’m unsure if these files work with Ubuntu. However, unlike Safyre here, I’ve usually installed the games on a separate drive from the OS drive, including the client, and never faced problems reinstalling Windows or using Steam without re-downloading everything. Just need to place the folder correctly inside the client.
I understand the situation and appreciate you sharing this update. It seems you're managing multiple laptops or older devices, each with a single hard disk. Let me know if you need help with anything related to them. Thank you for the clarification!
You might not like it, but you can transfer your game files to an external hard drive. In Steam, simply set the drive as the source when launching games, and they should work automatically. This method is similar to what Linus and others use during testing.
I understand why I began with that—I wouldn't suggest it. Still, there are definitely quicker internal and external options for the same idea. You could install a 2.5 SSD on a hotplug dock for extra speed, or opt for a FireCuda or similar if you want storage and performance together. Both choices are worth looking into if you need something like this. However, my advice would always be to use a native drive that isn't swappable and doesn't include the Windows setup.