Uploaded July 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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Thinking about gaming on Linux but not sure where to start? In this video, I walk through the entire Linux gaming landscape — from choosing the right GPU, to picking a gaming-friendly distro, to running your games through Steam, Proton, Lutris, GOG, and CrossOver. This isn't a deep tutorial on any one tool — it's a practical overview and set of tips to help you navigate Linux gaming with confidence, whether you're switching over or just curious.

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*🕐 Time Codes*
00:00 - Intro
01:51 - The State of Linux Gaming in 2026
03:53 - AMD vs NVIDIA: Which GPU Is Best for Linux Gaming?
06:33 - Check Out My New Book: Switching to Linux
07:28 - Gaming on Integrated Graphics
08:08 - Best Linux Distros for Gaming
11:36 - Native Linux Games (No Compatibility Layer Needed)
12:17 - Save on Linux Foundation Certs & Courses
13:28 - Steam and the Steam Deck
15:15 - GOG on Linux (DRM-Free Gaming)
16:47 - Lutris: Manage All Your Games in One Place
18:09 - CrossOver: Running Windows Games on Linux

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- Check out Lutris ➜ learnlinux.link/lutris
- Install NVIDIA Drivers on Arch ➜ learnlinux.link/nvidia-arch
- Install NVIDIA Drivers on Debian ➜ learnlinux.link/nvidia-debian
- Install NVIDIA Drivers on Fedora ➜ learnlinux.link/nvidia-fedora
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