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People are discussing Proton in two main ways: Linux gaming performance issues like flickering in Euro Truck Simulator 2 when using Proton, and a deal for Proton Unlimited VPN that bundles no-logs VPN, cloud storage, encrypted mail, and more. The conversation is split between troubleshooting behavior in games and evaluating a privacy subscription offer.

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Key Takeaway Proton is being used both for Linux gaming troubleshooting (e.g., ETS2 flickering) and for a Proton Unlimited VPN pricing deal bundling multiple privacy tools.
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Proton is being used both for Linux gaming troubleshooting (e.g., ETS2 flickering) and for a Proton Unlimited VPN pricing deal bundling multiple privacy tools.

People are discussing Proton in two main ways: Linux gaming performance issues like flickering in Euro Truck Simulator 2 when using Proton, and a deal for Proton Unlimited VPN that bundles no-logs VPN, cloud storage, encrypted mail, and more. The conversation is split between troubleshooting behavior in games and evaluating a privacy subscription offer.

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Tom's Hardware · 1d ago
Save 30% on a 12-month Proton Unlimited VPN sub to secure an all-in-one privacy suite for under $110 — big price drop on service that includes a no-logs VPN with servers in 145 countries, 500GB of cloud storage, encrypted mail, password manager, and more

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Game issue ETS2 flickering reported when using Proton (Linux Gaming headline)
Deal discount Save 30% on a 12-month Proton Unlimited VPN subscription
Deal price point Under $110 for the 12-month Proton Unlimited VPN subscription

What to Watch

  • Check ongoing r/Linux_Gaming threads for Proton/ETS2 flickering fixes and updated Proton versions. tweaktown.com
  • Follow the Proton Unlimited deal listing to see whether the 30% / under-$110 offer extends or expires. Tom's Hardware

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  • flickering ETS2 with Proton r/Linux_Gaming
  • Save 30% on a 12-month Proton Unlimited VPN sub to secure an all-in-one privacy suite for under $110 — big price drop on service that includes a no-logs VPN with servers in 145 countries, 500GB of cloud storage, encrypted mail, password manager, and more Tom's Hardware
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Proton Mail is the premium and privacy-first Gmail alternative you need, and it's just $1 right now

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You can try Proton's privacy-first version of Google Drive for just $1

Cloud storage is undeniably useful, but you’re often giving up privacy for it. That’s where Proton Drive comes in, offering...

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tweaktown.com

Forza Horizon 6 finally works on the Steam Deck and Linux gaming PCs thanks to a Proton hotfix Valve silently pushed to Steam

Valve issues a hotfix for Proton that reportedly fixes crashing issues in Forza Horizon 6 on PCs running Linux and AMD GPU hardware.

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techpowerup.com

Valve Gears Up for Steam Frame Launch With Improved Arm Support in Proton, Qualcomm Listing

With the launch of the Steam Controller now firmly behind us and shipping slowly getting some momentum, gamers have started speculating about the two remaining products in Valve's 2026 hardware line-u

9d ago

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Tracking: Save 30% on a 12-month Proton Unlimited VPN sub to secure an all-in-one privacy suite for under $110 — big price drop on service that includes a no-logs VPN with servers in 145 countries, 500GB of cloud storage, encrypted mail, password manager, and more

Save 30% on a 12-month Proton Unlimited VPN sub to secure an all-in-one privacy suite for under $110 — big price drop on service that includes a no-logs VPN with servers in 145 countries, 500GB of cloud storage, encrypted mail, password manager, and more
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How does Proton VPN Unlimited compare?

Proton Unlimited sits at $8.99 per month on a 12-month plan, which is the same price as ExpressVPN Pro, and a step up from NordVPN Complete at $6.99 per month. So why pay more? The answer depends on what you want beyond a VPN. NordVPN Complete bundles a password manager, 1 TB of cloud storage, cyber insurance, and Threat Protection Pro, but its ecosystem stops there. ExpressVPN Pro adds a dedicated IP, but both are built around the VPN first and foremost. Proton takes a different approach. Its suite, including mail, drive, calendar, password manager, and VPN, is designed from the ground up as

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How did the best VPNs fare?

The five VPNs included in our best VPN guide were all analyzed: NordVPNSurfsharkExpressVPNProton VPNPrivate Internet Access (PIA) Surfshark was the most impressive VPN out of the five. It enforced six rules, with passwords requiring at least: 8 characters 1 uppercase letter 1 lowercase letter1 number1 symbol (e.g., ! @ # ?) All our test passwords were blocked, clearly stating why. 2FA is supported for additional security. Surfshark also completed a "non-breached password" check. This identifies any passwords that have been exposed online, and makes it difficult to enter common passwords with m

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