luxtorpeda
Steam Play compatibility tool to run games using native Linux engines (by luxtorpeda-dev)
steamtinkerlaunch
Linux wrapper tool for use with the Steam client for custom launch options and 3rd party programs [Moved to: https://github.com/sonic2kk/steamtinkerlaunch] (by frostworx)
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| luxtorpeda | steamtinkerlaunch | |
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| 96 | 336 | |
| 673 | 1,011 | |
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| 8.8 | 8.3 | |
| 4 days ago | over 1 year ago | |
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| GNU General Public License v3.0 only | GNU General Public License v3.0 only |
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luxtorpeda
Posts with mentions or reviews of luxtorpeda.
We have used some of these posts to build our list of alternatives
and similar projects. The last one was on 2023-12-11.
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Gothic 2 on Linux
There is also OpenGothic. Which can be used standalone or through Luxtorpeda.
- Ultimate DOOM not running, despite Proton (Reinstalling didn't fix that)
- Luxtorpeda v65.1.0 Released
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New luxtorpeda-dev Client Release (Version 65)
Detect zip automatically instead of metadata prompt, update to v2 json by @d10sfan in https://github.com/luxtorpeda-dev/luxtorpeda/pull/210
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Grezzo 2 on Steam Deck?
Bit late but luxtorpeda has gzdoom as an option along with qzdl for launching with mods. You just gotta install protonup-qt from the discover store in desktop mode. A quick YouTube/Google search can show you how but that's the rough gist of it.
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Roller coaster Tycoon 2 saves
I use ProtonUp-Qt to get different Proton versions. You can find it there. You could also manually install Lux. Then just select it from the Compatibility tools.
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I tried to play wolfenstein but this happened
try using Luxtorpeda to install ECWolf to play it instead
- Luxtorpeda Version 63 Switches to Steam Runtime Sniper For Builds
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New luxtorpeda-dev Client Release (Version 63)
Released a new luxtorpeda-dev client (https://github.com/luxtorpeda-dev/luxtorpeda/releases/tag/v63)
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GZDoom and Linux
There's a project called Luxtorpeda which acts as a compatibility layer in Steam but instead of running the game through Proton, it will download and run it with native engines and source ports. So if you enable it with classic Doom it will pop up with a dialog asking which port to play with (GZDoom, doomsday etc) and it will count towards your Steam play time, enable the Steam overlay etc. Keeps the engine up to date and works with lots of other games with open source ports too.
steamtinkerlaunch
Posts with mentions or reviews of steamtinkerlaunch.
We have used some of these posts to build our list of alternatives
and similar projects. The last one was on 2022-10-20.
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Steam Deck
I haven't used it myself but steamtinkerlaunch is definitely your best bet. It lets you easily set up Mod Organizer 2 or Vortex directly on your Deck. The quite extensive wiki will provide more information than I possibly could.
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Project lead change
For any problems, suggestions and contributions you might have, please use the issue tracker (which was the preferred way already before)
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Man New Vegas looks so good on here! Forgot how great this game was. Still can't believe I'm playing this on a handheld.
Tinker Launcher is the easiest way to do it. There is also a third party Linux "port" of MO2 you can install. Tinker Launcher is my preferred method. ProtonupQT is not where you get it from. https://github.com/frostworx/steamtinkerlaunch/wiki/Installation
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Does vortex collection work on lutris?
Another app / set of scripts I have found is https://github.com/frostworx/steamtinkerlaunch.
- FSR appears to have no effect on Geometry Dash (Steam game).
- 1k ⭐
- Can't create mixed-case collections ("Vortex")
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Set up steam tinker launch on my steam deck to run a nonsteam game with Wine 5.22. Can’t get it to download!
https://github.com/frostworx/steamtinkerlaunch/tree/mo2-overhaul branch.
- Modding Skyrim (Oldrim) on Steam Deck
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Does the steam deck allow skyrim modding?
Yes you can use mods/mod managers with Steam Tinker Launcher
What are some alternatives?
When comparing luxtorpeda and steamtinkerlaunch you can also consider the following projects:
proton-ge-custom - Compatibility tool for Steam Play based on Wine and additional components
modorganizer2-linux-installer - An easy-to-use Mod Organizer 2 installer for Linux
re3 - GTA III, Vice City [UnavailableForLegalReasons - Repository access blocked]
winesapOS - winesapOS - Game with Linux anywhere, no installation required!
lutris - Lutris desktop client
cheat-engine - Cheat Engine. A development environment focused on modding
Proton-Caller - Run any Windows program through Proton
MangoHud - A Vulkan and OpenGL overlay for monitoring FPS, temperatures, CPU/GPU load and more. Discord: https://discordapp.com/invite/Gj5YmBb
openjazz - OpenJazz
DepotDownloader - Steam depot downloader utilizing the SteamKit2 library.
UnrealTournamentPatches
reshade - A generic post-processing injector for games and video software.
luxtorpeda vs proton-ge-custom
steamtinkerlaunch vs modorganizer2-linux-installer
luxtorpeda vs re3
steamtinkerlaunch vs winesapOS
luxtorpeda vs lutris
steamtinkerlaunch vs cheat-engine
luxtorpeda vs Proton-Caller
steamtinkerlaunch vs MangoHud
luxtorpeda vs openjazz
steamtinkerlaunch vs DepotDownloader
luxtorpeda vs UnrealTournamentPatches
steamtinkerlaunch vs reshade