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The original Zombie Panic! arrives on Steam with various upgrades
The original cooperative survival-horror Half-Life 1 modification, Zombie Panic!, has been released on Steam with several upgrades, including Steam Achievements and Workshop support. Players who own Half-Life can play it for free. The game pits survivors against zombies in a classic human vs. zombie scenario with objective-based gameplay and scarce resources.
Hack-and-slash RPG adventure Regions of Ruin: Runegate arrives April 14
Regions of Ruin: Runegate, a hack-and-slash RPG adventure from Gameclaw Studio and Raw Fury, is set to launch on April 14th for Linux. The game features diverse environments, challenging enemies, and a system for rebuilding a dwarven civilization. A demo is currently available on Steam.
Valve detail Steam Frame and Steam Machine Verified requirements at GDC 2026
Valve detailed the requirements for Steam Frame and Steam Machine Verified status at GDC 2026, with tweaked specifications compared to Steam Deck Verified. The Steam Machine Verified status expects 1080p at 30FPS, while the Steam Frame focuses on standalone play. Valve also addressed anti-cheat compatibility and the growing Linux desktop audience.
The multiplayer update for Dome Keeper arrives in April
Developer Bippinbits announced that Dome Keeper will receive a free multiplayer update on April 13th, adding local and online co-op and competitive modes. The update enhances the base defense and mining gameplay with new modes and customization options. The article also briefly mentions the developer's next game, PVKK: Planetenverteidigungskanonenkommandant.
System76 fighting for open source being excluded from Colorado age checks
System76 is actively campaigning against age verification bills in Colorado, specifically SB26-051, to protect open source software. Founder Carl Richell met with Senator Matt Ball, who suggested excluding open source from the bill, a possibility System76 hopes to extend to California's similar legislation.
NVIDIA 580.142 released for Linux - the new recommended driver
NVIDIA has released driver version 580.142 for Linux as the latest recommended stable driver. This update includes fixes for issues related to adaptive sync displays with USB-C-to-HDMI adapters, Vulkan swapchains on X11, and mode setting with multiple 4K monitors.
Discord rolls out a nice improvement for video calls on Linux
Discord has released a significant update for its Linux version, introducing background replacement for video calls. This update also includes performance enhancements, making the app launch faster, and improvements to accessibility features for users relying on screen readers.
Get Deponia for Free
Daedalic Entertainment is offering its point-and-click adventure game Deponia for free on Steam. The game is available for Windows, macOS, and Linux platforms at no cost.
Lone Pine National Park is open to the public with a playable demo!
Lone Pine, the debut game from Australian indie studio Bang Bang Bang Interactive, has launched its playable demo on Steam. The 2D graphic and narrative adventure game invites players to explore a fictional national park, photograph mythical creatures, and solve puzzles. The demo is available for PC, Mac, and Linux, with the full game planned for release in December 2026.
Pluto Released
The roguelike deckbuilder Pluto has been released on Steam for Windows, macOS, and Linux. Developed by Siege World Interactive and indie.io, the game features an unusual spellcasting mechanic.
Valve give Team Fortress 2 a big bug-fix update
Valve has released a significant bug-fix update for the 18-year-old game Team Fortress 2, addressing numerous issues with contributions from the community. While there is no news on the Mann vs. Machine update, the ongoing support with bug fixes highlights Valve's long-term commitment to the game.
PRAGMATA from Capcom has the release date moved closer in April
Capcom has moved up the release date for its science fiction action-adventure game PRAGMATA to April 17, 2026, a week earlier than its original April 24th date. The game is expected to be compatible with Linux via Proton. A new trailer was also released, detailing the game's near-future setting involving a mysterious android and a material called Lunafilament.
Clean Up and Put-Em-Up in Co-operative Roguelike Scrubbin’ Trubble!
Odd Object announced their debut title, Scrubbin' Trubble, a co-operative roguelike launching March 31st, 2026, on PC, Mac, and Linux via Steam for $12.99. Up to four players can choose from six classes to battle the Four Filths of the Apocalypse in this turn-based game designed for quick sessions with adjustable challenge.
Team Fortress 2 Gets Major Update with Community-Driven Fixes
Valve has released a significant update for Team Fortress 2, addressing security vulnerabilities, crashes, and various gameplay issues. Many of the fixes were contributed by the game's dedicated community, highlighting ongoing player engagement and Valve's responsiveness to community efforts. This update aims to improve stability and the overall player experience for both new and veteran players.
Wine 11.4 released with DirectSound and MSXML improvements
The Wine 11.4 development release is now available, featuring reimplemented SAX reader in MSXML and resampling optimizations in DirectSound. This update also includes better Unix timezone matching and various bug fixes for applications like Roblox Studio and FL Studio. Valve is expected to update Proton with a new version after the main Wine release.
Transport Fever 3 confirmed for Linux and macOS support
Urban Games has confirmed that Transport Fever 3 will launch with native support for Linux and macOS. The upcoming simulation and tycoon game will feature over 125 years of transport evolution, more than 275 realistic vehicles, and extensive customization options including a map editor and mod support.
Slay the Spire 2 becomes the biggest roguelike deck-builder on Steam ever
Mega Crit's Slay the Spire 2 has achieved a record-breaking launch in Early Access on Steam, becoming the biggest roguelike deck-builder on the platform with over 330,000 peak concurrent players. The game also set a new record for titles developed with the Godot Engine. It has received an Overwhelmingly Positive user rating and is noted for its excellent performance on Linux.
The excellent fusion of Balatro and chess in Gambonanza releases May 1
Gambonanza, a turn-based chess roguelike, is set to release on May 1st. The game features smaller boards, synergistic Gambits and pieces, a dynamic reserve system, strategic board upgrades, and retro pixel art. A demo is currently available with native Linux support.
Slay the Spire 2 is out now in Early Access with online co-op
Slay the Spire 2 has launched in Early Access, featuring solo and online co-op modes for up to four players. The game is built with the open-source Godot engine and includes native Linux support, with plans for 1-2 years of further development to add content, modes, and features. It achieved a peak of over 110,000 concurrent players shortly after release.
Theme park building game Parkitect gets its first ever Steam Free Weekend
Parkitect, a theme park building simulation game developed by Texel Raptor, is currently available for free on Steam during its first-ever Steam Free Weekend. The game also features a 66% discount, its largest to date, and players can claim the Booms & Blooms DLC for free until March 9th. The game is also available on Linux and has a highly active modding community.
