Get excited, folks! Valve is set to launch EAC with proton!
Get excited, folks! Valve is set to launch EAC with proton!
Valve has revealed their SteamPal initiative, a portable gaming system named the "SteamDeck." It operates on Linux, specifically using SteamOS. This release marks a welcome alternative to existing platforms, potentially boosting Linux gaming opportunities. It also addresses the issue of Anti-Cheat software by enabling it more effectively. Players who rely on Linux are relieved as they no longer face frequent disruptions from cheating tools. This development could significantly improve the gaming experience for Linux enthusiasts. source: https://www.steamdeck.com/en/software
It seems the audience for Linux needs to grow much more to truly influence gaming on the platform.
I mean when I discuss switching to Linux with others, the biggest issue is gaming. If you're aiming to play online multiplayer games, you'll likely face problems because the anti-cheat systems don't work with Proton or Wine. This is probably the biggest hurdle still standing in Linux gaming. The anti-cheats. I believe more people will be willing to try Linux if their games perform equally well as on Windows. That doesn't mean Valve alone can overcome anti-cheats. There are competitors like Epic with Fortnite and Riot with Valorant. Still, I think Valve taking the first step will encourage others to follow suit. Overall, I'm very excited about Linux gaming—it's improving every year. Windows has a strong grip, so it needs a challenger, and I'm hopeful Linux will become that competitor someday.
Linux faces numerous challenges beyond just running games, which keeps most people away. I’m not suggesting we force compatibility issues to disappear, but even perfect fixes wouldn’t significantly shift the user base.
Many of these problems are already resolved. The lingering issue is still from when Linux wasn't as practical for everyday use. Its development moves quickly.
We consider it not a problem because it isn't an issue. Linux isn't one unified operating system. Each distribution has its own characteristics and differences. Similar to every issue I've encountered, it's usually someone borrowing features from advanced distros for power users—like Slackware, Gentoo, Arch—and applying them to the broader OS family. Or someone relying on any Linux distribution as if it were Windows or macOS. Just as you shouldn't treat MacOS like Windows or Linux, the same applies to Linux. The only real concerns are when specific applications required by a workflow—such as Microsoft Office or Adobe—aren't available on Linux clients. While this isn't Linux's responsibility, it's reasonable for users to depend on an OS that supports their tools.
I see myself as quite flexible when it comes to any subject. Of course I lean toward Linux because it's my usual choice, but that doesn't stop me from participating in discussions. How do you figure out I'm not a "hard headed guy lol"? We haven't talked before, and just because I come from a different perspective doesn't mean I'm one.