Just Installed Linux Mint, What Should I Do Next?

If you're serious about switching, consider making Linux Mint your primary OS for a while and just use Windows when you absolutely need it. Keep it simple—don't transfer major files, as you can access them easily from Mint. Treat this as a project: take one task at a time, like setting up Minecraft. This way, you'll gradually get comfortable and eventually decide if Mint works for you or if you want another distro.

I wouldn't rush into switching distros just yet. Often, what people really want is a different desktop environment rather than a whole different distro. You can tweak your current setup by trying out other desktop environments on Mint without the hassle of a complete reinstall. Additionally, understand the directory structure in Linux—most of your important user files are stored in the /home directory, which means even if you decide to install a new distro later, you won't lose your personal files. Take your time exploring!
There are many desktops like KDE that you might enjoy, and all are customizable to your taste.

You might want to check out a resource page with useful tips and suggestions for Linux Mint and other distros. Just remember to take regular backups and try things in a VM first. Experimenting within the Linux environment can be a lot of fun, and you have the flexibility to return to Windows if you need to!

For your gaming needs, I suggest using Prism Launcher instead of Curseforge; it tends to have better support for modded Minecraft. Also, check if your monitors have different refresh rates – this might be causing your issues with getting the second monitor to work.

You could also consider exploring some other distros if you're unhappy with Mint, especially those that support the Wayland display server. Distros like Bazzite and Ultramarine Linux might provide a smoother experience, especially for modern hardware.