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Linux is finally ready for gamers, but gamers are still not ready for Linux

…However, hidden from the mainstream audience, the backbone of Linux gaming was undergoing rapid development. Thanks to Valve's work on Proton, developer interest in Vulkan, and the consequent development of Mesa…

May 5, 2026 · Tanveer Singh

I stopped recommending most Linux desktops, and here's what I tell people to use instead

…For example, Valve contributes fixes and improvements to KDE Plasma , and Red Hat and Canonical play major roles in developing and maintaining GNOME. Other desktop environments are primarily run by volunteers, and…

Apr 20, 2026 · Korbin Brown

I tried playing PC games on my phone, and the only thing that worked was a community rebuild of the most controversial app in the scene

…In my spare time, you’ll probably find me playing Counter-Strike or VALORANT, and you can reach out to me at adam@xda-developers.com , on Twitter as @AdamConwayIE , on Instagram…

May 28, 2026 · Adam Conway

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