Hey everyone, I'm exploring the idea of switching to Linux for privacy reasons and I'm considering Mint as my distro since I've read that it's beginner-friendly. However, I'm a gamer who mostly plays indie games and online PvP games that are typically Windows-exclusive because of anti-cheat systems that don't support Linux.
I'm unsure whether I should deal with the hassle of setting up a VM or dual-booting just to keep playing my games. On top of that, I'm also looking into making a small game myself using Unreal Engine 5, but I've heard that developing with UE5 on Linux can be quite tricky. I've been introduced to Godot as an alternative that works well on Linux.
Additionally, I'm curious about running cracked games since I usually download them from Fitgirl, and I've heard about options like linuxcracked for that. Is transitioning to Linux worth it for me? What experiences do you all have with gaming on Linux?
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A lot of indie games tend to work on Linux through Wine or Proton. Just make sure to check ProtonDB for those competitive games you're after. Also, Godot is a solid choice; it’s really taken off with version 4.2. If you're looking to experiment with Linux, trying it on a secondary drive could be a smart move, plus congrats on being privacy conscious!
You should definitely check out ProtonDB and AreWeAntiCheatYet for info on how well your favorite games run on Linux. Many indie games can actually run through Wine or Proton, so it might be easier than you think. Just try running the games you're interested in; sometimes they work seamlessly. And if it doesn’t work out, you can always go back to Windows!
It's not really about thinking Linux users are cheaters, it's more about how some players use Windows VMs to bypass anti-cheat systems.