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You Can Watch A Cow Play Eve Online Right Now
Fenris Creations, formerly CCP Games, is livestreaming a cow named Valva playing Eve Online from Iceland. The cow, controlled via "cow-proof" buttons, is participating in a mining operation within the Cradle of War expansion. The event has garnered thousands of viewers and aims to unlock community goals.
Linux manages to avoid the age verification apocalypse, but SteamOS isn't in the clear yet
California's Digital Age Assurance Act, set to take effect in 2027, will exempt open-source operating systems like Linux from mandatory age verification checks due to an amendment. However, Valve's SteamOS, which has proprietary elements, may still be subject to compliance, and users will likely still need to verify their age on Steam for certain games.
I tried the sequel to Task Manager and it has too many special effects
Dave Plummer, former Microsoft engineer and creator of the original Task Manager, has released a sequel called Task Manager OG. This new version, available on Windows, Linux, and Mac, offers enhanced features like 60 Hz animations, mouse tracking, and a summary page, though it is currently in beta and some advanced features are reserved for a future paid pro version.
Perihelion lets you weaponize gravity in a co-op roguelite where nothing flies straight
Indie developer Dreamwave Labs has announced Perihelion, a physics-driven space combat roguelite for PC and Linux scheduled for a 2027 launch. The game features a unique combat system where gravity affects ships, projectiles, and the environment, allowing players to use momentum as a weapon. Perihelion will support single-player and up to four-player co-op, with persistent progression through a skill tree and a narrative involving a missing sister ship.
T.W.I.R.L. Is a P.T.-Inspired First- Person Psychological Horror Game
T.W.I.R.L., a new first-person psychological horror game inspired by P.T., has been released on PC, Mac, and Linux by developer Genie Boy Games. The game, which features no HUD and simple controls, will also launch on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and Nintendo Switch later this year. It explores themes of childhood secrets and growing up.
OutpostHD - A complete redesign of Sierra's strategy game OUTPOST!
OutpostHD is an in-development remake of Sierra On-Line's 1994 space colony simulation game, Outpost. This community-driven project features a complete redesign with HD visuals, an improved interface, and a modern codebase for Windows, macOS, and Linux, aiming to make the classic strategy experience more accessible and engaging.
The Epic Games Launcher will be available on Linux 'soon' says dev, after it's had a bit of work
An Epic Games developer has indicated that the Epic Games Store launcher will soon be available natively on Linux. While not part of the preview release, the developer stated that more work is required beyond simply having a build that can run on the operating system. This development aligns with a growing trend of increased Linux support in the gaming space, with other storefronts like GOG also preparing Linux versions.
Epic Games Store is going to support Linux 'soon' — and that's great news for Steam Deck owners
Epic Games has announced that its PC storefront will soon offer native support for Linux, a move that will greatly benefit Steam Deck owners and other Linux gamers. This development coincides with Nvidia's official launch of its GeForce Now app for Linux and GOG's work on a native Linux client for its Galaxy platform. However, games with anti-cheat measures, such as Epic's own Fortnite, will likely remain incompatible.
GeForce NOW comes to Linux, as Nvidia's game streaming service exits beta
Nvidia's cloud gaming service, GeForce NOW, has officially exited its beta phase for Linux users, offering a native application with improved performance and stability. This release allows Linux users to stream games with graphical fidelity up to RTX 5080 levels. The service also added nine new games, including Hell Let Loose: Vietnam, bringing the total compatible titles to over 4,500, though a 100-hour monthly streaming cap is now in effect for all users.
Class Is in Session: GeForce NOW Levels Up Linux, Chromebooks and More
NVIDIA's GeForce NOW cloud gaming service has officially launched its native Linux application out of beta, offering improved performance and stability. The service also received optimizations for DLSS Frame Generation, reducing latency and enhancing responsiveness. Additionally, GeForce NOW is enhancing its accessibility on Chromebooks, allowing students to use their school devices for high-performance PC gaming, with eligible new owners receiving a free year of service through Chromebook Fast Pass.
Microsoft apparently just upped its Windows licence fee for OEM handheld and PC makers, and I'm taking it as an…
Microsoft has reportedly increased Windows OEM license fees by 7% to 10% for handheld and PC makers, a move criticized as bold given the rise of Linux. This increase could lead to higher prices for gaming handhelds and PCs, particularly for smaller manufacturers like Ayaneo, while larger companies and partnership devices like the ROG Ally X may be less affected. The author suggests this could further incentivize a shift towards Linux-based operating systems like SteamOS for gaming devices.
You can now stream PS Plus games to Steam Deck without owning a PS5 - and without buying a PS Portal
A new app called Asobi: Remote Play is in public testing, allowing users to stream PlayStation Plus Premium cloud games to Steam Deck, Steam Machine, and Linux devices without needing a PlayStation 5. This functionality works independently of Sony's official PlayStation Portal, which offers similar cloud streaming capabilities but requires a significant hardware investment.
Saturday Tech Bits
This article rounds up recent tech news, including Amazon's use of old rules for an AI data center and an AMD P-State patch improving Linux gaming performance. The content is sourced from Tom's Hardware and Linux Journal.
Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls is Mixed on Steam as players report poor PC performance, no Linux support, and countries…
Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls has launched on Steam with mixed reviews, primarily due to poor PC performance, lack of Linux support, and country restrictions stemming from its PlayStation Network requirement. Arc System Works has acknowledged the performance issues and is actively investigating.
Moving away from Windows is getting a little easier, as Linux will soon support more SteelSeries gaming headsets
Open-source developers are improving Linux driver support for SteelSeries gaming headsets, with a new patch set to be included in the upcoming Linux 7.3 kernel merge window. This update will enhance compatibility for 14 SteelSeries models, addressing issues like battery reporting and wireless functionality that have previously been problematic on Linux-powered systems.
Frog - Amiga classic SuperFrog goes Ultrawide in this unofficial re-release by Almost There Games
The classic 1993 Amiga platformer Superfrog has received an unofficial re-release for Windows and Linux by Almost There Games. This new version features high-definition, widescreen graphics, controller support, checkpoints, and save slots, while preserving the original artwork and gameplay. The release requires legally obtained original game disks.
Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls suffers from widespread PC issues at launch
Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls has launched with significant technical problems for PC players, including stuttering and netcode issues, despite a positive reception from console players. Users are reporting problems even with hardware exceeding recommended specifications, with some unable to launch the game due to anti-cheat and SDK conflicts. Developers have acknowledged the reports and are investigating the issues.
Control Issues
Linux kernel 7.3 is set to include a fix for the native driver of the original Steam Controller. Separately, Xbox is reportedly preparing to release a limited edition controller themed around the upcoming game Gears of War: E-Day.
Fields of Mistria Leaves Early Access
Fields of Mistria, a cozy farming simulation developed by NPC Studio, has officially left Early Access and is now available for Windows and Linux on Steam. The game was in Early Access for exactly two years.
Rita Released
The word puzzle game Rita has been released on Steam, offering players on Windows, macOS, and Linux the opportunity to solve word puzzles. The game features a protagonist named Rita, described as a literate chick.