Today’s list of operating systems is dedicated to the most popular operating systems from the Linux, BSD, Solaris, AROS, DOS families and other independent ones that offer a personalized, ready-to-use system for gamers.
The following list of operating systems is dedicated to the most popular operating systems from the Linux, BSD, Solaris, AROS, DOS families and other independent ones that offer a personalized system aimed at game lovers. The list includes systems that have caught your attention the most on the Linuxiarze.pl portal in the last 12 months.
The list takes into account the views of distribution pages, downloads and comments. The list also includes systems that are not being developed, but are still of interest to our readers.
1. Zorin OS Gaming
Zorin is a distribution built on Ubuntu and aimed at beginner Linux users. The graphical interface is similar in appearance to MS Windows 2000, XP, 7 or Mac OSX (to choose from).
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2. SparkyLinux GameOver
SparkyLinux is a Linux distribution built on Debian. It has a pre-installed rich set of programs, codecs and plugins that allow you to work freely on your computer.
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3. 4MLinux
4MLinux is an independent Linux distribution that focuses on 4 x “M”: Maintenance – LiveCD rescue system, Multimedia – multimedia playback, Miniserver, Mystery – contains a collection of small Linux games.
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4. SteamOS
SteamOS is a Linux distribution developed by the American company Valve Corporation, specializing in creating computer games.
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5. Salient OS
Salient OS is an Arch Linux-based distribution designed for multimedia and gaming enthusiasts, developed in a continuous development model. For players using esync/dxvk, lutris/steam proton, the system and security limits have been properly configured to ensure the best performance immediately after starting the system.
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The SalientOS distribution is no longer being developed.
6. Commodore OS
Commodore OS Vision is a 64-bit Linux distribution built on MX Linux (previously Linux Mint). It is aimed at Commodore computer enthusiasts.
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7. ChimeraOS
ChimeraOS is a Linux-based operating system for PCs, designed with console gaming in mind. ChimeraOS runs in Steam Big Picture mode, so you can play most games saved in your Steam library.
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8. Drauger OS
Drauger OS is a Linux operating system aimed at desktop gaming users. It is designed to provide a platform for gamers from which they will be able to enjoy excellent performance without sacrificing security.
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9. Ultimate Edition Gamers
Ultimate Edition is a distribution built on Ubuntu and Linux Mint. It contains a very large number of programs placed on the Live disc by default. Since 2022, Ultimate is based on Arch Linux.
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10. batocera.linux
batocera.linux is an independently developed, but RecalboxOS-based Linux distribution, dedicated to users of old games. The distribution can be run on most personal computers, including single-board machines.
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A full list of systems for gamers can be found at: https://linuxiarze.pl/dystrybucje-gry/
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