I'm looking for recommendations on the best Linux distribution for gaming since I'm a newcomer to Linux. I've heard Linux can be more secure than Windows, plus I just want to learn more about it. While I understand there are still some viruses for Linux, it's not my main concern. I'm familiar with the basics of using the console and stuff. I prefer using KDE as my desktop environment, though I know I can change it if needed. I mainly play games from Steam and the Epic Games Store, and I also use emulators like for PS3 and PS Vita. My specs are a Pentium Gold CPU, integrated graphics, and 16GB of DDR3 RAM. What would be the best Linux distro for gaming with my setup?
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You might want to try a few distros yourself since performance really depends on your hardware. Some popular choices for gaming include CachyOS, Bazzite, and Nobara. Remember, you can tweak any distro to work for your needs if you're willing to put in some effort!
CachyOS is touted as one of the best for gaming. You can download the ISO and test it in live mode, and it comes with KDE by default, which you prefer!
Given your specs, PopOS is also a fantastic option, especially if you're using NVIDIA graphics. It set up pretty smoothly for me, and using Lutris and Wine really enhances the gaming experience! They even have a dedicated ISO for NVIDIA. Definitely worth checking out!
Yeah, I second that! PopOS is super user-friendly and has great support for gaming.