Proton Experimental and SteamOS updates enhance Linux gaming, while Slay the Spire 2 teases new content.
This week in PC gaming sees significant updates for Linux gamers with enhancements to Proton Experimental and SteamOS. Meanwhile, fans of “Slay the Spire” and “Baldur’s Gate 3” have fresh content to look forward to.
Linux Gaming Suite Updates
Linux users are seeing some promising updates with the latest iterations of SteamOS and Proton Experimental. As reported by GamingOnLinux, Proton Experimental has released fixes for popular titles like “Crysis” and “Crysis Wars,” along with support improvements for games with CEG (Custom Executable Generation) protection. This update aims to increase the range of Windows games running smoothly on Linux systems.
Simultaneously, the SteamOS 3.9.2 Beta brings a host of optimizations, including better VRR (Variable Refresh Rate) support, enhancements to VR Streaming and Remote Play, alongside quicker boot times. These improvements indicate continued efforts by Valve to make Linux a more robust platform for gaming, especially for users leveraging SteamOS.
Additionally, the latest Steam Client Beta update further complements these developments, addressing more Remote Play bugs and Linux-specific issues.
Expansion and Teasers Ahead
On the content front, “Baldur’s Gate 3” players have new territories to explore thanks to a fan-made mod. As noted by Rock Paper Shotgun, the “Act Two Expansion” mod introduces The Chionthar Wilds, offering new quests and dungeons to navigate between the RPG’s second and third acts.
Meanwhile, “Slay the Spire 2” fans finally have news on the horizon. Following a month-long silence, Mega Crit has teased new content coming in their next update. PCGamesN hints at the debut of a new zone, energizing the player base eagerly awaiting the game’s evolution.
Industry Insights
In industry news, Saber Interactive emphasized global perspectives as essential for North American publishers. Rock Paper Shotgun highlighted comments regarding the ongoing challenges such as layoffs and economic pressures, underscoring the need for studios to broaden their horizons beyond familiar markets.
For “League of Legends” enthusiasts, PCGamesN details the latest “League Classic” update which sees the return of fan-favorite characters, bringing a nostalgic twist to one of the most popular games globally.
