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'Enjoy Cronos on Steam, wherever you are!': Bloober Team announces native Linux build for Cronos: The New Dawn
AppWizard
October 6, 2025

‘Enjoy Cronos on Steam, wherever you are!’: Bloober Team announces native Linux build for Cronos: The New Dawn

Cronos: The New Dawn has released a native Linux build, enhancing performance for users on Steam's handheld console. The game was initially Deck Verified at launch, but the new build removes the need for a compatibility layer for Linux players. There are over 42,000 games with Linux support on Steam, and more than 9,000 have achieved Deck Verified status. Linux usage among Steam players has increased to 2.68% as of the latest Steam Hardware Survey. However, challenges remain for games requiring kernel-level anti-cheat systems, with titles like Fortnite and Valorant unable to run on Linux.
You don't need to wait for SteamOS to ditch Windows: I've been running Linux for the past 2 months and the revolution is already here
Winsage
August 29, 2025

You don’t need to wait for SteamOS to ditch Windows: I’ve been running Linux for the past 2 months and the revolution is already here

Many users are seeking alternatives to Microsoft due to the upselling of Office 365 and the prevalence of AI features in Windows, with Linux emerging as a popular option. Bazzite is a user-friendly Linux distribution designed for gamers, offering a choice between a KDE variant with a Windows-like interface and a GNOME variant similar to macOS. It aims to replicate the SteamOS experience and has shown commendable performance for gaming, allowing many titles from the Steam library to run smoothly, including System Shock 2 remaster, Pillars of Eternity, The Witcher 3, Hunt: Showdown, Baldur's Gate 3, and Stonks-9800. However, online multiplayer games with strict anti-cheat systems, like Fortnite and Valorant, may not perform well on Linux. HDR support can be inconsistent, but Linux generally manages multi-monitor setups better than Windows.
Epic Games is addressing one of Windows-on-Arm’s last big app compatibility gaps
Winsage
March 14, 2025

Epic Games is addressing one of Windows-on-Arm’s last big app compatibility gaps

Utilizing a Windows PC powered by an Arm-based Snapdragon processor has become more similar to traditional Intel or AMD systems due to developers optimizing applications for native performance and Microsoft's advancements in Windows' Prism technology. However, compatibility issues remain, particularly with online multiplayer games that rely on kernel-level anti-cheat software, as Prism cannot translate drivers and foundational Windows software. The small user base for Arm PCs has also discouraged some developers from creating compatible versions of their software. Epic Games plans to enhance support for Arm PCs by introducing its Easy Anti-Cheat software and official support for Fortnite later this year, which will also be available to developers through an Epic Online Services SDK release.
Microsoft's latest Windows update is causing issues for some gamers
Winsage
October 2, 2024

Microsoft’s latest Windows update is causing issues for some gamers

Microsoft Windows 11 version 24H2 has introduced new features, including AI enhancements and the Recall feature, but has faced challenges for gamers. There is an incompatibility between Windows 11 version 24H2 and Easy Anti-Cheat software, affecting devices with drivers released prior to April 2024, particularly those with Intel’s Alder Lake+ processors. Users may experience a blue screen error labeled “MEMORY_MANAGEMENT” when trying to play certain games. Microsoft has implemented a temporary measure to prevent affected devices from upgrading to version 24H2 and advises users to refrain from upgrading until a resolution is found. Additionally, players of Asphalt 8 (Airborne) are encountering issues such as unresponsiveness after installing Windows 11 version 24H2. Microsoft has placed a compatibility hold on PCs with Asphalt 8 installed to prevent these devices from updating until the problems are resolved.
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