Games: Roblox, Flathub, Steam, and More
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Roblox intentionally blocking Linux with Wine in their new update
It seems the days of using workarounds to play Roblox on Linux may be coming to an abrupt end, with the upcoming launch of their new client blocking Linux intentionally.
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Flathub app store for Linux and Steam Deck gets overhauled
The redesign of the Flathub app store for Linux is now live, bringing with it a refreshed look along with showing verified developers and their apps. A much needed change that really does look a whole lot better.
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Valve improving Mesa graphics drivers on Linux for a "secret" game (update: Jedi Survivor)
Update: Valve developer Pierre-Loup Griffais mentioned on Twitter it’s for the upcoming Star Wars Jedi Survivor.
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Get a bunch of co-op shooters in this latest bundle
Time to team up with a few friends to take down zombies and aliens. Humble Bundle has a fun looking co-op shooter bundle. I'll list each item available in the bundle along with expected compatibility on Steam Deck and Linux desktop. Noting if they're Native Linux or ProtonDB ratings.
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Dota 2: The New Frontiers Update is out and it's huge
Dota 2: The New Frontiers Update might be one of the biggest updates to Valve's free to play MOBA ever and it's here now.
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Steam Deck hitting retail stores in Japan from April 29th, South Korea to follow
Komodo announced today that they're expanding the retail presence of the Steam Deck into Japan now, with South Korea to follow after.
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Proton Experimental for Steam Deck & Linux upgraded with Proton 8
As expected after the recent big release of Proton 8, Valve has now also upgraded Proton Experimental which is now based on Proton 8 plus a whole bunch more. This is the extra special version of Proton, where Valve put in features and improvements before they're ready to be rolled out to the majority of Windows games running on Steam Deck and Linux desktop.