I'm building a new PC this weekend and plan to dual boot to make my transition easier. Are there any Linux distributions that are particularly good for beginners and won't cause headaches while gaming? I'm looking for something that might perform better than Windows 10/11, especially since my main multiplayer games are War Thunder and League of Legends. I'm concerned about anti-cheat compatibility with these games. Any recommendations? Also, if you know any YouTube channels that cover Linux topics, I'd love to hear about those too. Thanks!
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Just a heads up, you won't be able to play any Riot Games titles like League of Legends on Linux because of their strict anti-cheat systems. If your primary focus is on those games, you might want to reconsider. It's worth checking how War Thunder handles its anti-cheat setup as well. Make sure to do some research before diving in!
Linux Mint is fantastic for beginners! It's so user-friendly that you can get by without ever needing to open the terminal. If you're just starting out, Mint might be your best bet. But just remember, League won't work on it, and double-check War Thunder's compatibility too!
You might also want to look at Nobara or CachyOS. They're designed to be easy for gamers, but just like everyone else said, League is a no-go. I recommend setting up Windows on a separate drive for the games that don't make the cut on Linux.
Bazzite has been a great experience for me as a Linux newbie. If you're dual booting, it's best to put the Linux distro on a separate drive instead of partitioning your existing one. Remember, League won't run at all, and you might want to check on War Thunder too for future anti-cheat updates.
If you're new to Linux, I would recommend checking out Bazzite. It's super simple with a user-friendly installer, and it comes preloaded with all the gaming apps you'll need. Just remember that you can't play League of Legends on Linux due to Riot's anti-cheat restrictions. For checking game compatibility, sites like ProtonDB can be pretty useful.
Totally! Mint is great, and it's a solid choice for someone with no Linux experience. Just be aware that you'll have to find alternatives for games that use anti-cheat systems.