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Steam Controller to Launch Ahead of the Steam Machine on May 4 at $149 CAD and $99 USD | Console Creatures
Valve has announced that the Steam Controller will launch on May 4th for $99 USD and $149 CAD. This second-generation controller, powered by Steam Input, is designed to play all Steam games on various devices including PC, laptops, and Steam OS hardware like the Steam Deck. Valve also mentioned that updates on the Steam Frame and Steam Machine will be shared soon.
Framework Laptop 13 Pro is selling out with the Linux version beating Windows
The Framework Laptop 13 Pro, particularly its Linux configurations, is experiencing exceptionally high demand, selling out multiple batches and outselling Windows versions. Early reviews praise its premium build quality, performance on Linux distributions like Nobara, and impressive battery life, highlighting the appeal of modular, repairable hardware combined with open-source software.
D7VK 1.8 further improves retro Direct3D games on Linux
D7VK 1.8 has been released, offering further improvements for retro Direct3D games on Linux. This update introduces proper handling for ProcessVertices calls and replaces proxied presentation with a legacy method, resolving numerous rendering and display issues across a wide range of older titles. These enhancements significantly contribute to Linux's capabilities for game preservation.
MangoHud 0.8.3 brings new features and fixes to the popular Linux gaming performance monitor
MangoHud 0.8.3, a popular Linux gaming performance monitoring tool, has been released with numerous bug fixes and new features. The update includes support for new hardware like DDR5 RAM temperature, panthor driver, and additional GPU memory units, alongside improvements to Vulkan and ImGui integration. It also adds support for SDL GPU as an engine and allows for smaller HUD sizes.
Solo Dev Drops OMG! After Year-Long Indie Journey Into Steam’s Arena
Freddicus Game Studios has released OMG! - Overhead Micro Game on Steam after a year of solo development. The 2D pixel puzzle game, built using Unreal Engine 5 for cross-platform compatibility on PC, Mac, and Linux, has been extensively tested on the Steam Deck. The developer also highlighted the game's chiptune soundtrack, composed in FamiStudio.
Inspired by classic Hong Kong action comedies and action games - Knuckle Paradise looks fun
Knuckle Paradise is a hand-drawn, open-world beat 'em up game developed by Flying Oak Games and ARTE France, set to release in 2027. Inspired by Hong Kong action comedies and character action games, players control Jane in a tournament within an abandoned amusement park, emphasizing aerial combos and fluid combat. The game will feature a unique tone mixing action, comedy, and heartfelt storytelling.
Classic 90s platformer Moon Child gets the source code released and a modern port
The classic 90s platformer Moon Child, originally developed for Amiga and later released on PC, has had its source code released under the MIT open-source license. A modern source port called Moon Child FE has also been created, offering compatibility with the latest Windows and Linux versions, browser playability, and controller support.
shapez 2 - Factory Released
shapez 2 - Factory has officially launched out of Early Access for Windows, macOS, and Linux on Steam. Developed by tobspr and Gamirror, the game is a manufacturing and automation simulation.
The classic Terra Nova: Strike Force Centauri from 1996 has a surprise update from Nightdive Studios
Nightdive Studios has released a surprise update for the 1996 classic Terra Nova: Strike Force Centauri, originally developed by Looking Glass Studios. The update includes a new all-in-one launcher, replaces DOSBox with DOSBox Staging, adds cloud save support, and ensures compatibility with macOS Intel and Apple Silicon. This update aims to bring the game up to modern standards without a full remake.
Factory 95 is a clever automation sim inspired by Windows 95 and PowerPoint out now
Factory 95, a retro-styled automation simulation game inspired by Windows 95 and PowerPoint, has been released with native Linux support. Developed by Macrobit Interactive, the game challenges players to manage resources and create complex slides within a limited space while dealing with Y2K themes.
Heroic Games Launcher gets a slick full-screen console-like mode
Heroic Games Launcher version 2.21 introduces a new full-screen, console-like mode designed for gamepad navigation, enhancing its usability on TV PCs. This update also adds a Deals page for GOG promotions, achievement support for GOG games, and the ability to pick game covers from SteamGridDB. A native Windows Arm64 build is also now available.
Transport Fever 3 takes modding to a new level with a Curated Mods Program
Urban Games has announced that Transport Fever 3 will feature a Curated Mods Program to enhance the modding experience. The game will offer powerful modding tools, cross-platform mod availability through an in-game hub, and early access for established modders. The Curated Mods Program will provide dedicated support and financial grants to select modders, with their creations specially marked in-game.
At least there's one tech company making me feel sane in an increasingly insane world
Framework founder Nirav Patel is praised for his company's commitment to personal computers and upgradable hardware, contrasting with the industry's focus on AI and cloud computing. The article highlights Framework's dedication to backwards compatibility and minimizing waste, even with new product releases like the Framework 13 Pro.
Framework just announced its own 'MacBook Pro for Linux users'
Framework has announced the Framework 13 Pro, a new laptop featuring a redesigned chassis, Panther Lake mainboard, and a larger battery, aiming to be a 'MacBook Pro for Linux users'. The device maintains Framework's commitment to repairability and offers upgraded components including a custom display and haptic trackpad. Pricing starts at $1,199 for the DIY edition and $1,499 for pre-built configurations, with shipments beginning in June 2026.
Legendary Pilots Takes Off
BerkBox and MicroProse have released Legendary Pilots, a stylized flight simulator available on Steam for Windows and Linux. The game allows players to take to the skies.
Streaming or recording on Linux? Check out the audio management tool Pipeweaver
Pipeweaver is a new free and open-source audio management tool for Linux, built on PipeWire and designed for streamers. It allows users to create virtual audio sources, manage volumes, and route audio through a web-based interface accessible from any device. While still under heavy development, it offers features like virtual channel creation, physical device mapping, and application routing, with plans for future additions like latency tuning and LV2 plugin support.
CoolerControl 4.2 adds auto detection of new devices, stress-testing and more
CoolerControl, an open-source Linux application for monitoring and controlling cooling devices, has released version 4.2. This update introduces automatic detection of new hardware, system-wide stress-testing for CPU, GPU, RAM, and storage, and improved NVIDIA and AMD GPU monitoring features. The software aims to be a comprehensive thermal management solution for Linux systems, particularly beneficial for overclockers.
Pokemon-like monster catcher Monster Crown: Sin Eater arrives April 30
Monster Crown: Sin Eater, a monster-taming RPG from Studio Aurum, is set to release on April 30th. The game features top-down 2D pixel art, branching dialogue with impactful decisions, over 1,000 unique monster sprites, and crossbreeding/fusion systems. It will be available on Linux.
Sort out the Devil's mail in the spooky looking The Mailroom
The Mailroom is a short horror game set in Hell's mail office, where players sort mail and manage operations in a dead-end job. The game features a retro PS1-style 3D art style and is available as a demo on Linux. It combines elements of job simulators with horror and humor, including jump scares.
Kalski Games Launches Massive 3D Space MMO – Playable Directly in Your Browser
Kalski Games has launched Millions of Billions of Suns, a persistent 3D space MMO designed for browser-based play supporting over 100,000 players. The game offers deep tactical gameplay, fleet command, and logistics without requiring large downloads or high-end hardware, and is currently in Public Beta.