jrollans.com is a Fediverse instance that uses the ActivityPub protocol. In other words, users at this host can communicate with people that use software like Mastodon, Pleroma, Friendica, etc. all around the world.
This server runs the snac software and there is no automatic sign-up process.
Many months ago, I was trying to mod Borderlands 2 on Linux.
It has been made easier with Steam Deck as most mod mangers offer Linux builds.
I wish there was an all-in-one GUI software which handled mods for games. It would assist in installing mods for all kinds of games like how Minecraft’s third party launchers do.
I just love World at War series of deep war strategy games. A lot was lost when game companies resigned anything that was turn-based as unprofitable:
The Talos Principle 2 (Multi, XPd on a Linux OS PC) As 1k, the newest (and perhaps last) member of the reborn humanity, you set off on an expedition to explore a Mega Structure on a remote island. What you find could alter humanity's course forever.
So, (spoilers) as a direct sequel to the now 11yr old 1st game, you play as a new "human" that has left the Simulation and been incorporated into a body in the Real World. As human number 1000, you are the culmination of "The Goal" that "The Founder", Athena (the char you play in the first game) has set for Humanity. Or did she?
If you liked Portal, The Messenger, etc, you should play these games. They are excellently crafted. TP2 greatly expands on the scope
both in the environment you explore and the puzzles you must solve. Very brain hurty in a good way.
There is a ton of lore to discover in each area and it's great fun to go exploring off track to find it. The various sections of the island you explore are vastly different climes and each has new puzzle variations and extras. The interactions with your fellow "Humans" are all well written, enough that I actually found myself annoyed at some of the NPCs because of their scare tactic language, trying to stop you from exploring, finding answers, etc. On the flip side, some of the characters are very endearing.
The game is very pretty in the "old school bespoke assets" way, so expect to find a few graphical errors here and there 😉 The music is good, tho it can get repetitive. Mechanics feel good.
On the tech side, the game ran great on my Linux OS. I didn't notice much lag, any game ending glitches, etc. Also had no issues with my KK3 Max controller.
This was a great experience, one I don't think any puzzle minded gamers should skip or miss. Definitely do recommend. 👍 👍
#Gaming #ShareYourGames #PC #Steam #Linux #TheTalosPrinciple2
#TechRadar My favorite way to play the new League of Legends game is sold out everywhere, but Riot just dropped some great news https://techrad.ar/HnLe #Gaming
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The Asus Falcata is an ambitious split ergo gaming keyboard that falls short https://thever.ge/gXs8 #Keyboards #PCGaming #Reviews #Gaming #Tech
Trying to get Dawn of War II to work with multiplayer co-op on Linux using the GOG version is an insane process. The closest I can get is having Galaxy services connected in game, but no way to get the overlay to work and show me invites from friends (and no ability to invite friends for same reason)
I'm going to be trying a build of Heroic using this PR today and see if I can finally resolve this:
https://github.com/Heroic-Games-Launcher/HeroicGamesLauncher/pull/4276
#gaming #linuxgaming #warhammer40k #linux #heroic #gog #dawnofwar
https://brainbaking.com/post/2025/11/why-i-dont-need-a-steam-machine/
(Linux news in previous posts of thread)
FOSS NEWS
Mozilla Unveils Plans for New 'AI Window' Browsing Mode in Firefox, Opens Signups:
https://itsfoss.com/news/mozilla-ai-window-plans/
Firefox 145 Brings Rounder Tabs, New PDF Edit Tools + More:
https://www.omgubuntu.co.uk/2025/11/firefox-145-released-new-features
Thunderbird 145 Adds Microsoft Exchange Support + More:
https://www.omgubuntu.co.uk/2025/11/thunderbird-145-microsoft-exchange-support-ews
Mullvad VPN rolls out LWO for desktop and Android to bypass firewalls and censorship:
https://alternativeto.net/news/2025/11/mullvad-vpn-rolls-out-lwo-for-desktop-and-android-to-bypass-firewalls-and-censorship/
CoMaps updates to November OSM data, drops Germany speed cameras:
https://alternativeto.net/news/2025/11/comaps-updates-to-november-osm-data-drops-germany-speed-cameras/
Proton offering 2 years of Proton Pass to cultural institutions worldwide:
https://proton.me/blog/free-password-manager-cultural-institutions
LibreOffice 25.8.3 released for Windows, MacOS, and Linux:
https://alternativeto.net/news/2025/11/libreoffice-25-8-3-released-for-windows-macos-and-linux/
ODF 1.4 Release Marks 20 Years of OpenDocument Format:
https://itsfoss.com/news/odf-1-4-release/
Servo Shell Improvements For macOS & Android, More Servo Browser Engine Progress:
https://www.phoronix.com/news/Servo-October-2025
Servo 0.0.2 Released For Those Wanting To Try Out This Example Rust Web Browser:
https://www.phoronix.com/news/Servo-0.0.2-Released
The Godot Engine 2025 showreel is out:
https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2025/11/the-2025-godot-engine-showreel-is-out/
GZDoom successor project UZDoom gets a first preview release:
https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2025/11/gzdoom-successor-project-uzdoom-gets-a-first-preview-release/
Heroes of Might and Magic 2 project fheroes2 version 1.1.12 has been released:
https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2025/11/heroes-of-might-and-magic-2-project-fheroes2-version-1-1-12-has-been-released/
(more FOSS news in comment)
#WeeklyNews #OpenSource #FOSSNews #FOSS #Firefox #Firefox145 #Thunderbird #Mullvad #MullvadVPN #CoMaps #Proton #ProtonPass #LibreOffice #ODF #Servo #Servoshell #Godot #GodotEngine #GZDoom #UZDoom #HeroesOfMightAndMagic2 #fheroes2 #FOSSGaming #FOSSGame #Gaming #Game #Browser #WebBrowser #VPN #Maps #Email #EmailClient #OfficeSuite #BrowserEngine #PasswordManager #FosseryTech
I've just finished playing Battle Of Glory: Zero Stealth in Marvel Realm, and here are my results:
I have managed to get a total of 158988 score points.
During the game, I've unlocked no achievements and was awarded 5 credits for my performance!
#MarvelRealmGameScore #MarvelRealm #Gaming #AudioGaming
🟡 MERCENARY PRACTICES?
🟢 Resident Evil: The Mercenaries 3D (2011, 3DS)
REVIEW: The 3DS becomes the 49th different platform we've covered on The Pixel Empire! 😊🥳 Where better to start than with Capcom's controversial action game? Have a read of my review at the link 😊👇 #gaming #residentevil #review #nintendo #3ds
🔴 https:// www.thepixelempire.net/resident-evil-the-mercenaries-3d-3ds-review.html
🚫 If you use #Steam, I have a #fascist you can block! 🚫
His bio says:
"There are only two genders
The only "strength" in diversity, is diversity of thought!
There is no such place as "palestine""
Anyone who supports or sympathizes with anarcho-syndicalist ideas is welcome to join and help build a friendly, inclusive space for memes and or even meaningful real discussions.
My new Steam group:
https://steamcommunity.com/groups/Anarcho-syndicalist
#Anarchism #Syndicalism #AnarchoSyndicalism #Steam #SteamDeck #Gaming #Linux
#TechRadar Black Friday Meta Quest deals are here with these incredible price cuts in the US and the UK https://techrad.ar/G5NF #VirtualRealityGaming #Gaming
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Possessor(s) is a fast-paced action game that gets off to a slow start https://thever.ge/hwcS #Entertainment #GamesReview #Gaming
#TechRadar NYT Connections hints and answers for Sunday, November 16 (game #889) https://techrad.ar/VqLL #Gaming
Don't call it a console! Valve's new Steam Machine is so much better than that...
https://youtu.be/Q0-Dkucs_t0
I'm really curious: What #Linux Distro are you running as your main 'daily driver' right now?
If your favorite isn't on the list, please post it in the comments below!
Let's see what the community is using!😎
#foss #tech #technology #gaming #privacy #opensource #debian #fedora #software #firefox ##ubunu #gnome #kde
| Debian: | 40 |
| Fedora: | 41 |
| CachyOS: | 1 |
| ZorinOS: | 1 |
| Manjaro: | 5 |
| Pop!_OS: | 2 |
| Ubuntu: | 16 |
| Mint: | 24 |
Istg #gaming doesn't need dizzyingly high specs like it used to. My RTX 3060 can max out most games, and they look awesome.
Honestly, the bottleneck with rasterised graphics feels like it's developers & their platforms rather than specs.
When you see what bonkers optimisation some indie devs do with games... There's no excuse for a 16GB of VRAM requirement on a game that looks no better than a AAA from 10 years ago.
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A recent Switch 2 update blocks some third-party docks, but Nintendo isn’t saying why https://thever.ge/Q8LC #Nintendo #Gaming #News
Anyone else enjoy reading old source books almost as much as playing the games? Or even games never played.
I think it is the world building that appeals. I only ever played Vampire: The Masquerade once, 25 years ago, but I have read and enjoyed most of the old White Wolf sourcebooks. Never played Warhammer 40K, but read probably 20+ game publications. Read through all the Planescape boxed sets multiple times - great art and writing for RPG manuals!
So I'm playing Darkest Dungeon 1. Love the art, the narration, the story, but because I'm a casual gamer I can't beat it without cheating (mods.) Last night I decided to play the entire game with the first 4 people you start with (I'm cheating btw) and discovered that when you enter the Darkest Dungeon level, sometimes the party won't go back. I literally had to stop the game there. Now I'm back to playing without mods, and on week 3 and 5 already in the graveyard.
#gaming #darkestdungeon
Years later, Arkane’s Dishonored is still a modern stealth classic https://arstechni.ca/Z5YM #arkanestudios #C:\ArsGames #dishonored #Gaming
Huge South Korean video game company starts buying out their own staff with huge severance fees, because they expect to use machine learning to do these people's work in the future. Anyone at their Korean offices who has worked for them for at least 11 years can leave today with three years' salary.
They're paying to get rid of their in-house talent and expertise. Good luck with that.
I need help working on my game's balance!
Can anyone recommend a good book on game balance, risk and reward, scaling/difficulty/progression?
I don't even have the proper terminology to ask for exactly what I'm looking for. I'm not looking for a high level treatise on game theory though. Something a little closer to practical examples or case studies.
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Valve is making microSD cards the next game cartridges https://thever.ge/LKfH #VirtualReality #PCGaming #Gaming #Tech
I just wanted to take a quick look at the new ARC Matriarch from afar, but she was closer than I thought. I fled to the next building, where five other players were already waiting. Together, we tried to crack her, but our equipment was not fit for this operation. 😅
Wenig überraschend habe ich mit #Linux / #CachyOS keine Probleme beim #Sacred2Remaster auf die Bildrate des Bildschirms zu kommen, anders als bei #Windows, wo ich nur etwa die Hälfte der FPS habe, wenn überhaupt. Ich kann nur komischerweise nicht mit den typischen Umgebungsvariablen die Framerate begrenzen. Heißt also weder mit VKD3D_FRAME_RATE, DXVK_FRAME_RATE noch mit strangle.
Um ehrlich zu sein, will ich überhaupt nicht, dass Spiele mit Kernel Level Anti Cheat mit #Linux kompatibel sind. Wenn ein Spiel Zugriff auf den Kernel meines Betriebssystems haben will, um angeblich gegen Cheater vorzugehen, dann will ich es erst gar nicht spielen. Denn letztlich ist es ein aufgezwungenes #Rootkit, dass gegen Cheater überhaupt nichts unternimmt, sondern dich quasi nur abhört.#Gaming #LinuxGaming #Steam #SteamDeck #SteamMachine #SteamFrame #Protonhttps://www.gamingonlinux.com/2025/11/anti-cheat-will-still-be-one-of-the-biggest-problems-for-the-new-steam-machine/
Having recently completed my list of #20indiegames I thought I’d add to it with a shortlist of my son’s favourites that he is trying to get me to play…
#indiegames #gaming
I haven't played a Ninja Gaiden game since the original on the NES. Now I'm gonna jump straight into Ninja Gaiden 4! I'm sure it'll be fine. 😅
#stream #gaming
https://twitch.tv/capsulejay
ey, I got some games expiring on the #HumbleChoice subscription.
Anyone #gaming #PCGaming and want some free games?
First come first serve (mostly), so lemme know if you want something that's still available.
Just don't be a spammer, and don't ask for like 10 games at once. Just have a modicum of home training.
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/16XwnHRRsXbY4wO541KiNOzLo7ImaqWkgUImQ_Cifgpg/edit?pli=1&gid=0
https://get.mypost.to/eWue0S
It's been clear for some time that all is not well at Ubisoft. Between games...
#gaming #ubisoft #publisher #engadget
Skippy's playing Guild Wars 2 with TheKoolEagle, who is helping to defeat type 1 diabetes! What is even happening?!
The only thing that can kill the #SteamMachine is the #AI boom.
#PCGaming was already killed with the cryptocurrency boom. It can be killed again by a thousands cuts (RAM and SSD price hikes).
If that bubble doesn't pop in the next months, I expect it will cost around $800+.
#Videogames #Gaming #Games #Steam #Valve #PCGames #PC #PCHardware #AiBubble #SteamMachine #SteamOS
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Valve wants Half-Life: Alyx to work well standalone on Steam Frame https://thever.ge/voyD #VirtualReality #Entertainment #PCGaming #Gaming #News #Tech
Anti-cheat will still be one of the biggest problems for the new Steam Machine https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2025/11/anti-cheat-will-still-be-one-of-the-biggest-problems-for-the-new-steam-machine/
Steam Machines are back! @ign's Jackie Thomas got hands-on with the new console-like gaming PC from Valve and gives the lowdown on design, specs and performance. Sadly, the one thing we all want to know — price — hasn't yet been made public.
#Gaming #PCGaming #Valve #SteamDeck #SteamMachine #VideoGames #Technology #Tech
Of course dbrand is doing a Steam Machine Companion Cube https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2025/11/of-course-dbrand-is-doing-a-steam-machine-companion-cube/
I do agree, but gamers don't seem to mind it.
Majority Of Devs Say Steam Has Monopoly On PC Gaming In New Poll
I've been putting my gaming hours into ARC Raiders over the past week, and it's been a blast.
https://www.heartlessgamer.com/2025/11/forward-to-stella-montis.html
#20indiegames
20 favourite indie games in no particular order, one per day for 20 days. Include the cover art or a screenshot (but please don’t forget the alt text)
Day 18: VVVVVV
Seeing as I owned Kingdom Come: Deliverance, and Manor Lords, I had to pick up Kingdom Come: Deliverance II's weird pack that gave me a $40 discount.
I loved the first game, but never finished it because it's insanely massive.
I shall do the same with the sequel
The way that Valve could make a fortune off of me if they brought out the Steam Machine in pink. 🎀
#steammachine #SteamDeck #gaming
https://www.pcgamer.com/hardware/gaming-pcs/steam-machine-specs-availability/
#Gaming - Bubble gefragt
Welche #Adventure - Spiele funktionieren denn gut auf dem #SteamDeck mit #PS5 - #Controller? Mit gut funktionieren meine ich NICHT, dass der rechte Stick und/oder das Touchpad die Maus ist wie bspw. bei Deponia, sondern eine echte Controllersteuerung. Also entweder durchschalten der Hotspots mit automatischem hinspringen des Mauszeigers oder direkte Steuerung des Charakters mit dem linken Stick?
Dürfen auch ältere sein, grad bei Comicgrafik sehen sie immer noch gut aus
Klar kann man sich darüber aufregen, dass die Hardware von #Valve nicht Bleeding Edge ist, das war aber auch nie das Ziel von Valve. Sie wollen bezahlbares #Gaming und kein Luxusprodukt, wie jetzt #Microsoft mit der #XboxNext. Ich bin ja immer noch erstaunt, was das Sicher habe ich mir für die Ich denke, über den Auf die Preise bin ich ja eher gespannt und hoffe, dass die nicht so hoch sind, weil sich Valve mit dem
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Sony is making a Horizon MMO — here’s all the details https://thever.ge/LKwg #Entertainment #PlayStation #Gaming #News
The (new) Steam Machine is a semi-custom desktop PC.
Marketed to a massive mainstream audience.
And it ships with Linux.
And it's now part of an entire Linux gaming ecosystem.
This is a big, big deal.
(Laptop in 2027?)
Hahaha, the "Deckard" (Steam Frame) is not at all what anyone in the VR rumour mill tried to say it was.
No lighthouse, no advanced passthrough, no backward compatibility.
It's exactly as was predicted by people who understood where the market is going: a Steam Deck strapped to your face.
I can see why they delayed it for so long. The market is still very soft after Apple's massive flop
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Valve’s new VR streaming trick won’t just work with its own headset https://thever.ge/Hbsq #VirtualReality #Entertainment #PCGaming #Gaming #News #Tech
Steam Deck minus the screen: Valve announces new Steam Machine, Controller hardware https://arstechni.ca/9DBF #steamcontroller #steammachine #controller #steamos #Gaming #Steam #Valve
#TechRadar Valve has just revealed a new Steam Machine, and it sounds like a beefed-up Steam Deck for your TV https://techrad.ar/5eNK #Consoles&PC #PCGaming #Gaming
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Sony’s new PlayStation gaming monitor has a charging stand for the DualSense controller https://thever.ge/seLa #PlayStation #PCGaming #Gadgets #Gaming #News #Sony #Tech
#ArcRaiders Update: Duo matchmaking has been enabled - many have been asking for this. Ingame cosmetics store prices have been lowered, with compensation for previous purchases and the difference will be refunded. I didn't buy anything but refunds are rare for microtransactions so I applaud that 👏
🧵 Animation thread, 11/x
Childhood game nostalgia (2017).
#animation #animated #GIF #TeamHoi #PixelArt #GameDev #gaming #games #game #gamer #RetroGaming #RetroComputing #RetroGames #RetroTech #VintageComputing #retro #history #8bit #computers #computing #1980s #tech #technology #vintage #nostalgia #digital #DigitalArt #graphics #CGI #CharacterDesign #design #artwork #art #artist #arte #arts #GraphicDesign #MastoArt #FediArt #CreativeToots #ArtistsOnMastodon
What’s stopping game developers enabling anticheat support for Linux? Anticheats (ex. EAC) already have native Linux support.
Is it because the developer are lazy? I doubt that’s the case because what i’ve heard is that it’s just one-click process to enable Linux support.
Is it because devs think that users on Linux are more likely going to cheat? Doubt that, because who would go as far as installing Linux just to cheat on a game?
What do you think?
Sonic DLC Now Available for Pac-Man World 2 Re-Pac https://www.segadriven.com/2025/11/sonic-dlc-now-available-for-pac-man-world-2-re-pac/ #PacManWorld2RePac #SonicTheHedgehog #DLC #Gaming #SegaDriven
Auf dem #SteamDeck, überhaupt nicht überraschend, läuft das #Sacred2Remaster deutlich besser, wenn auch nicht perfekt. Auch wenn ich mich frage, wie das Spiel kaum Ressourcen braucht, aber die kompletten 4 GB an VRAM.#Sacred #Sacred2 #Gaming #LinuxGaming
https://youtube.com/watch?v=YoHDcEiKow8
I’m back in #DisneyDreamlightValley where I open up Aladdin’s gem stall. #videogames #gaming #cozygames #youtube #letsplay
#TechRadar Football Manager 26 is incredibly rough around the edges, but it still retains that moreish core gameplay loop https://techrad.ar/CoHJ #Gaming
#0ad is really hard I can only beat the very easy bot in the default game mode (conquest) I've never played an rts before but I think I'm getting better
Hey y'all, we're headin' down to the bayou in South of Midnight! Join us for a while! #stream #gaming
https://twitch.tv/capsulejay
NiGHTS, AiAi, Tangle & Whisper Coming to Sonic Racing CrossWorlds for Free, SpongeBob DLC Launches Nov 19th 2025 https://www.segadriven.com/2025/11/nights-aiai-tangle-whisper-coming-to-sonic-racing-crossworlds-for-free-spongebob-dlc-launches-nov-19th-2025/ #SonicTheHedgehog #SonicRacingCrossWorlds #DLC #Gaming #Sega #SegaDriven
#TechRadar Secretlab has huge discounts on chair and desk bundles, letting you upgrade your setup with some of the best gear around for less https://techrad.ar/xNZT #GamingAccessories #Gaming
#TechRadar Ghost of Yōtei sold over 3.3 million units in its first month, Sony describes the sequel as a 'major hit' https://techrad.ar/RXzU #GamingIndustry #Gaming
Eurogamer just gave ARC Raiders a 2/5 even though they liked the game, because it uses generative AI, and they're taking a principled stance against it. I don't care at all about how that game uses AI, but someone please refer me to a review outlet that will take the same principled stance and trash a game in its review for being always-online and denying you proper ownership. I'll subscribe to their Patreon, if they exist.
Gibt es eigentlich ein Notebook mit #Steamdeck-ähnlicher Performance beim #Gaming, das gut mit #Linux läuft? #linuxgaming