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Developers form Open Gaming Collective to unify Linux gaming
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Several Linux gaming projects have united to form the Open Gaming Collective, aiming to standardize the gaming experience on the open-source operating system. The group seeks to reduce duplicated efforts by centralizing development of key components like kernel patches and input frameworks. Founding members include Universal Blue's Bazzite, ASUS Linux, and PikaOS, with more expected to join.
A recent article highlights an effective approach to gaming on desktop Linux. It recommends using Bazzite for the majority of games while suggesting a dual-boot setup with Windows for titles that do not perform well on Linux.
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Chinese handheld gaming device maker GPD has announced what it calls an official adaptation of Bazzite Linux for its Win 5 device, inviting users to seek support via Discord. However, Bazzite's founder has publicly denied any such partnership, accusing GPD of misleading customers. This dispute highlights ongoing tensions in the open-source gaming hardware community.