Uploaded July 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
JayzTwoCents just discovered Linux gaming and they made a great video about it. Not only did they have a seemingly terrific experience, they were echoing common sentiments about how bad the state of Windows has become.
Yet another tech creator who's realizing there exists a better way to use a their computer: Linux.
youtu.be/Sa8nMiEoti0?si=02tTuBiGUChBcopg
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About Gardiner Bryant: A native Maine resident, Gardiner (yes, that's his first name) is an enthusiastic Linux evangelist, a believer in the efficacy and superiority of the Free and Open Source way, and President of Heavy Element. Heavy Element offers web design, media production, and YouTube consulting services to individuals and companies in Maine and beyond.
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Gardiner Bryant is a privacy advocate and public speaker on the topic. Learn more about his speaking series and schedule an engagement at your institution at gardinerbryant.com
--Chapters--
00:00 Intro
00:11 JayzTwoCent's First Linux Video
00:59 The Linux experience has changed
02:50 They're running Bazzite
03:35 The truth about the Nvidia vs. AMD support on Linux
06:34 Linux is so good users couldn't tell the difference
08:42 What does "immutable" mean
14:46 Nvidia just doesn't like Linux
15:41 UEFI stuff
16:48 Bazzite install
17:56 Microsoft malware
19:08 KDE or GNOME
19:53 App install via Flatpak
21:57 My experience with Linux over the last ~18 years
23:09 Steam Games
27:17 Verified vs. Playable
28:53 The elephant in the room (anticheat)
32:24 Jay's Conclusion
35:19 Disabling Bazzite updates
38:26 What should his next steps be
JayzTwoCents just discovered Linux gaming and they made a great video about it. Not only did they have a seemingly terrific experience, they were echoing common sentiments about how bad the state of Windows has become.
Yet another tech creator who's realizing there exists a better way to use a their computer: Linux.
youtu.be/Sa8nMiEoti0?si=02tTuBiGUChBcopg
*My Game*
❯ Get the source code: github.com/heavyelementinc/dudelings-foss
❯ Dudelings on Humble: humblebundleinc.sjv.io/9LWQeW
❯ Dudelings: Arcade Sportsball: store.steampowered.com/bundle/41202/Dudelings_Arcade_Sportsball_Deluxe_Edition/?utm_source=yt-every-video
❯ Dudelings on Google Play: play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=io.heavyelement.dudelings&pcampaignid=yt-every-video
❯ Dudelings on Itch.io: heavy-element.itch.io/dudelings
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❯ Proton Mail: go.getproton.me/aff_c?offer_id=7&aff_id=10074
Best Steam Deck Accessories:
❯ SanDisk 1 TB card: amzn.to/3z8mMfH
❯ Steam Deck Dock: amzn.to/3PDjgkt
❯ Steam Deck accessories: amzn.to/4c2XKkM
❯ DualSense: amzn.to/3WR1u1R
❯ Gulikit KK3 Max controller amzn.to/4dqRaoC
❯ DualSense Edge: amzn.to/4cuzIyd
❯ 8Bitdo Pro 2: amzn.to/46R7hcz
❯ Amazon Suggested Products: amzn.to/4fAha2h
*Elsewhere on the Web*
❯ ✍🏻 My Writings: gardinerbryant.com
❯ 🎙️ My podcast: podcast.subscribeto.me
❯ ✉️ Email Newsletter: heavyelement.com/newsletter
❯ 🐘 Mastodon: https://mastodon.online/@gardiner_bryant
❯ 💬 Revolt: rvlt.gg/gk6w4G3P
❯ 🌐 Heavy Element: heavyelement.com
*Support the Show*
❯ ✒️ Become a Member: gardinerbryant.com/#/portal
❯ 🕴️My Games: store.steampowered.com/search/?publisher=Heavy%20Element
❯ 🎮 Humble affiliate: humblebundleinc.sjv.io/4GmJdL
❯ 🕹️ GOG affiliate: adtr.co/ct8fzu
❯ 🛒 Amazon affiliate: amzn.to/3iYb4gd
❯ ✉️ Proton affiliate: go.getproton.me/aff_c?offer_id=7&aff_id=10074
❯ 🪙 Bitcoin: bc1qgz3r4yhzvxm7s8srutkvlnm2c70n8gga4j259e
About Gardiner Bryant: A native Maine resident, Gardiner (yes, that's his first name) is an enthusiastic Linux evangelist, a believer in the efficacy and superiority of the Free and Open Source way, and President of Heavy Element. Heavy Element offers web design, media production, and YouTube consulting services to individuals and companies in Maine and beyond.
heavyelement.com
Gardiner Bryant is a privacy advocate and public speaker on the topic. Learn more about his speaking series and schedule an engagement at your institution at gardinerbryant.com
--Chapters--
00:00 Intro
00:11 JayzTwoCent's First Linux Video
00:59 The Linux experience has changed
02:50 They're running Bazzite
03:35 The truth about the Nvidia vs. AMD support on Linux
06:34 Linux is so good users couldn't tell the difference
08:42 What does "immutable" mean
14:46 Nvidia just doesn't like Linux
15:41 UEFI stuff
16:48 Bazzite install
17:56 Microsoft malware
19:08 KDE or GNOME
19:53 App install via Flatpak
21:57 My experience with Linux over the last ~18 years
23:09 Steam Games
27:17 Verified vs. Playable
28:53 The elephant in the room (anticheat)
32:24 Jay's Conclusion
35:19 Disabling Bazzite updates
38:26 What should his next steps be
