I don't think I've mentioned this yet but I've been using Fedora (KDE Plasma) as my daily for weeks now and it's been great.

All the programs I use regularly or intend to use once I learn them better all run natively on Linux. All but a select few games work on Linux natively or through Wine. Like, there's quite literally no reason to go back to using Windows 11 and I am so much happier for it.

The games I have not had luck running on Linux are #DCS (Digital Combat Simulator) and Escape from #Tarkov. DCS is a tremendous headache to get running. A friend of mine and I are investigating because it's technically possible to get working. I think...

However, Tarkov requires BattlEye anti-cheat to function, which requires Windows. So far the Tarkov devs have said they'll eventually get around to implementing Linux compatibility but they've given no timeline and aren't great at keeping promises.

With peripherals I've hit two snags.

My #Pimax Crystal Light #VR headset does not work on Linux. I don't even know how to get it working, but as far as I can tell it isn't possible. Drivers and software are all Windows dependent. Pimax promised Linux support as recently as a few months ago but there's no timeline for when they'll actually implement that. From what I understand SteamVR is buggy on Linux but technically works (?) so idk how to proceed.

My #MOZA #AB9 force-feedback base requires a piece of software called MOZA Cockpit to operate. And while I can open it just fine, the software doesn't recognize my AB9 base or joystick through it. This is despite the fact the joystick is recognized by Gamepad Tester online and through the terminal (Konsole on Fedora). It seems some folks have gotten their force-feedback wheels to work but I've seen nothing about my AB9 base, not even as a shifter let alone a flight stick. So again, don't know how to proceed.

The only reason I maintain a Windows 11 install is due to Tarkov, VR games, and using my force-feedback flight stick for flight sims (like DCS, Il2, etc).

#linux #fedora #linuxgaming

Moza has released the KS Pro and CS Pro steering wheels, with both featuring a 2.99 inch screen, flag lights, and a lot more buttons, encoders and thumb wheels than the standard models, and with both priced at a competitive £319...
https://www.onlineracedriver.com/2026/01/06/moza-launch-the-ks-pro-and-cs-pro-steering-wheels/

#SimRacing #SImRacingWheels #Moza #MozaKSPro #MozaCSPro #ORD #OnlineRaceDriver #VirtualMotorsport

Moza has teased two new sim racing wheels due for a full reveal at CES 2026 on January 6th, with both looking pretty interesting whether you prefer a round or GT-style rim...
https://www.onlineracedriver.com/2026/01/04/moza-teases-new-wheels-to-be-revealed-at-ces-2026/

#Moza #SimRacing #SimRacingWheels #CES2026 #ORD #OnlineRaceDriver #VirtualMotorsport

Moza R25 Ultra wheel base review: take your racing setup to new heights, but at a cost that might make your eyes water if you're new to enthusiast-level gear

https://fed.brid.gy/r/https://www.eurogamer.net/tech-moza-r25-ultra-review-who-needs-a-25nm-sim-racing-wheel

My Moza R9 is a 9nm wheel base that is considered mid-range in price and power. There a wheel bases that go up to 25nm.

I came from racing for years on a Logitech G29 which has a peak torque of around 2nm.

So, I was surprised this morning when I crashed my BMW M4 GT4 into a wall at Brands Hatch and the wheel got away from me, but my right thumb was still hooked into the thumb hole on my GT wheel. Ouch. That hurt.

#simracing #moza #logitech #gaming #videogames