Do Game Updates Often Break Compatibility with Proton?

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Asked By TechyTaco42 On

I'm using Zorin on an Acer Nitro laptop that features a dual AMD Radeon 780M integrated GPU and NVIDIA RTX 4060 dedicated GPU. I managed to get Elder Scrolls Online running using GE Proton 10 28 along with launch commands like gamemoderun to force GPU usage. However, after an update yesterday, the game started freezing on the startup logo again. I spent quite a bit of time trying terminal fixes recommended by AI, such as running updates and installing a 32-bit NVIDIA driver, but nothing worked. In the end, I switched to GE 10 32 Flatpak, which sort of fixed the issue, but the controls were still glitchy until I alt-tabbed out and back in. I'm wondering if this is a common issue specifically with ESO or if updates often break Proton settings in general. Thanks!

4 Answers

Answered By CynicalCoder99 On

It can definitely happen sometimes. Just keep in mind that if an update breaks compatibility, AI tools might not pinpoint the exact issue for you. You could always check ProtonDB for any recent fixes or workarounds yourself instead of relying solely on automation, which might not always be accurate.

Answered By ErrorExplorer21 On

Make sure you're cautious with those AI-recommended fixes! Updating drivers, especially incorrectly, can lead to other issues. If you can, try to gather more info about the problems before diving into those kinds of solutions.

Answered By GamerGuru88 On

Yeah, it happens! Just a word of advice: avoid blindly copying commands from AI. You can end up messing things up if they're not tailored to your specific situation. Always double-check what you're about to run, especially if the prompt is vague.

Answered By CuriousLinuxFan On

I’ve never encountered compatibility issues with ESO on Nobara, so it seems like it can vary based on your setup. Reporting details like your distro and hardware can help others assist you better if you run into trouble again.

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