Gentleman TechnologistAug 4, 2024

Finally switched my gaming desktop over to Linux this weekend. The whole Windows 11 "upgrade" thing was getting too bizarre, and my experience with the Steam Deck showed that everything I want to play will work with Proton.

And that's the last instance of Windows I have - all my work moved to Mac or Linux years ago. None of my last several roles have been using Microsoft tech.

Experience so far has been great. Ubuntu install was perfect, Proton works perfectly, Steam is happy. I'm happy :)

Show threadZlasha
@GentlemanTech For me, playing with a SteamDeck was a mindblowing experience. cross-over did not work for the games I wanted to play on potent mac hardware, native linux support was not available for the games I wanted to play and then realizing that you had full access to the desktop mode, if you wanted to tinker around - very satisfying. I see no reason why I should throw money at MS, Sony or Nintendo, if Steam gives me access to the hardware I bought.
Aug 4, 2024 at 8:30amWeb
Show threadGentleman TechnologistAug 4, 2024
@zlasha yeah same. The Deck has become my go-to holiday/travel buddy, and it finally convinced me to switch desktops