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 threadAndrei KucharavyAug 6, 2024
@GentlemanTech @GossiTheDog which guide did you use to install Proton?
Show threadGentleman TechnologistAug 6, 2024
@andrei_chiffa @GossiTheDog I just installed Steam and let it deal with Proton. So far so good, haven't had to tweak anything away from Experimental :)
Show threadAndrei KucharavyAug 6, 2024
@GentlemanTech ok, but how? Because the way I installed on my Ubuntu 22.04 LTS, it only works with Linux-native games…
Show threadGentleman Technologist
@andrei_chiffa in Steam, click Properties on a Windows game, then Compatibility, then check the "enforce compatibility with Proton" box. You can then install it and run it. You can even restore a Windows backup version and it'll work.
Aug 8, 2024 at 8:29amWeb