Hey everyone, I’ve been dabbling with Linux for a while using different distros like Pop!_OS, Linux Mint, and Ubuntu, but I can never seem to find a stable setup. I’m particularly concerned about the gaming aspect. I’d really appreciate any tips or tricks you have that could help me maintain a smooth, stable Linux experience and a reliable gaming setup—without relying on a Windows VM. Also, if you have a good guide for Linux Mint, I came across one that seems really helpful!
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Honestly, I had a tough time with Linux until I switched from Debian-based distros. Now I’m using Endeavour OS and love it! It’s been four years off Windows for me. Anyone have tips for using Endeavour OS?
Check out areweanticheatyet.com to see if the games you’re looking at have anti-cheat issues. If they’re flagged as ‘Denied’ or ‘Broken’, it might be best to steer clear of those games for now.
Yeah, anti-cheat games are a hassle on Linux right now, but there are plenty of others that work fine.
Don’t hesitate to ask for help here if you’re stuck! Whenever you encounter an error, Google the entire message, and if nothing pops up, remove the last word and search again. Don’t forget to mention your hardware and software when seeking help. For distros, I recommend Fedora or Nobara for gaming; they can have a learning curve, but they’re worth it!
If you want a badass gaming experience, try Bazzite. It’s super user-friendly and handles most games well. If you hit compatibility issues, just consider dual-booting or skipping the troublesome titles—running Windows inside a VM isn’t worth the hassle anymore. Also, AMD graphics cards play really nice with Linux, unlike Nvidia.
I installed Bazzite, updated the system once, and I was ready to dive into gaming right away.
Here are three big tips that helped me: 1) Buy a second SSD to make the switch easier—if something goes wrong, you can just swap back to Windows. 2) Check out protondb.com to see compatibility ratings for your games. 3) Give CachyOS a shot; it’s been solid for me!
I’d love some guides or tips for Endeavour OS too! Let’s share!