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Nearly 90% of Windows Games Now Run on Linux, Per ProtonDB Data

Did you know that almost 90% of Windows games are playable on Linux? Recent analysis from the ProtonDB platform reveals this impressive compatibility milestone for Linux gaming.

Key Insights:

  • Compatibility Challenges: Some titles stay incompatible due to anti-cheat systems that lack Linux support. This is often a deliberate choice by developers or studios.
  • Performance Edge: On equivalent hardware, games often run better on Linux than Windows—especially with AMD processors, where Linux shines in efficiency.

These findings come from Boiling Steam, highlighting the growing viability of Linux for gamers.