Uploaded April 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
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I'm disabled and now creating full time—your support helps me stay afloat and keeps me from becoming homeless. Thank you so much 🙏
Recommended Distros:
• PikaOS wiki.pika-os.com/en/home
• CachyOS cachyos.org
• Nobara nobaraproject.org
PROJECTS
• AffinityOnLinux: github.com/ryzendew/AffinityOnLinux
• Event Horizon : github.com/ryzendew/Event-Horizon-Releases/releases
MORE CONTENT
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• Discord: discord.gg/DW2X8MHQuh
User role is given by default
• Linux and Emulation roles available via emoji reactions
• Wallpapers available in the Wallpaper channel
• SYSTEM SPECS
• OS: PikaOS & Fedora 44 & Cachyos
• Desktop: Hyprland
• CPU: Ryzen 9 9900X (5.6GHz)
• Memory: 64 GiB DDR5 6000MHz
• Storage: 22TB
• GPU: RTX 5070TI
Introduction & Setup
00:00:00 - Introduction and context of the series
00:01:06 - Overview of PikaOS ISO editions (Gnome, KDE, Hyperland, etc.)
00:01:53 - Choosing the right ISO for your hardware (Nvidia vs. AMD)
00:02:48 - Preparing the USB drive: Ventoy vs. Gnome Disk Utility
Installation Process
00:03:53 - Setting up Ventoy on Linux
00:06:05 - Booting into the ISO and starting the PikaOS installer
00:06:50 - Manual Partitioning Guide (EFI, Boot, and Root setup)
00:10:49 - Automatic Partitioning Mode and file system choices (XFS/Btrfs)
00:11:13 - Installation and Post-Install overview'
Post-Installation Configuration
00:11:41 - First boot: Connecting network and creating user account
00:12:22 - Running system updates for drivers and kernel stability
00:13:13 - Installing Nvidia drivers and media codecs
00:13:51 - Installing the Gaming Meta Package (Steam, Lutris, Heroic, etc.)
Gaming & Launcher Setup
00:14:19 - Overview of installed gaming tools (Proton Plus, Kernel Manager)
00:16:26 - Mounting a secondary game drive and configuring Steam storage
00:17:45 - Configuring Steam compatibility and Proton versions
00:18:21 - Using Proton Plus to get custom Protons (GE and CachyOS)
00:19:21 - Setting up Heroic Games Launcher (Epic Games & GOG)
00:20:06 - Installing third-party launchers via Heroic (Battle.net, Ubisoft, EA App)
Performance Optimization & Gameplay
00:24:55 - Using Feral GameMode (FalconD) for performance scheduling
00:26:36 - Troubleshooting: Fixing game launch errors in Steam
00:27:12 - Dead Island 2 Gameplay & Performance Test
00:29:40 - Boss Fight: Dr. Reed
00:37:22 - Enabling the performance overlay (MangoHud) and wrap-up #dreamy
New Discord Come join! : discord.gg/u4aEzNnhTg SUPPORT
• Monthly Support:
YouTube Members
youtube.com/channel/UCzoVL1aVjec7YKPeG59xKFg/join
• Ko-fi
ko-fi.com/tlv
One-Time Support:
• PayPal
paypal.me/gamedev1909
• Bitcoin
bc1ql5ye79ywyhwsedd5m2d93vfsvm2z2kmqrmjwfw
• Email Interac
matthewcrane23@gmail.com
I'm disabled and now creating full time—your support helps me stay afloat and keeps me from becoming homeless. Thank you so much 🙏
Recommended Distros:
• PikaOS wiki.pika-os.com/en/home
• CachyOS cachyos.org
• Nobara nobaraproject.org
PROJECTS
• AffinityOnLinux: github.com/ryzendew/AffinityOnLinux
• Event Horizon : github.com/ryzendew/Event-Horizon-Releases/releases
MORE CONTENT
📢 Subscribe if you haven't already—it's free and helps a ton!
• Channel: youtube.com/c/MattsCreative
• More Guides:
youtube.com/playlist?list=PLd2rY36Ym3b9r1LJlm3HILctjBHDAuFsd
• Discord: discord.gg/DW2X8MHQuh
User role is given by default
• Linux and Emulation roles available via emoji reactions
• Wallpapers available in the Wallpaper channel
• SYSTEM SPECS
• OS: PikaOS & Fedora 44 & Cachyos
• Desktop: Hyprland
• CPU: Ryzen 9 9900X (5.6GHz)
• Memory: 64 GiB DDR5 6000MHz
• Storage: 22TB
• GPU: RTX 5070TI
Introduction & Setup
00:00:00 - Introduction and context of the series
00:01:06 - Overview of PikaOS ISO editions (Gnome, KDE, Hyperland, etc.)
00:01:53 - Choosing the right ISO for your hardware (Nvidia vs. AMD)
00:02:48 - Preparing the USB drive: Ventoy vs. Gnome Disk Utility
Installation Process
00:03:53 - Setting up Ventoy on Linux
00:06:05 - Booting into the ISO and starting the PikaOS installer
00:06:50 - Manual Partitioning Guide (EFI, Boot, and Root setup)
00:10:49 - Automatic Partitioning Mode and file system choices (XFS/Btrfs)
00:11:13 - Installation and Post-Install overview'
Post-Installation Configuration
00:11:41 - First boot: Connecting network and creating user account
00:12:22 - Running system updates for drivers and kernel stability
00:13:13 - Installing Nvidia drivers and media codecs
00:13:51 - Installing the Gaming Meta Package (Steam, Lutris, Heroic, etc.)
Gaming & Launcher Setup
00:14:19 - Overview of installed gaming tools (Proton Plus, Kernel Manager)
00:16:26 - Mounting a secondary game drive and configuring Steam storage
00:17:45 - Configuring Steam compatibility and Proton versions
00:18:21 - Using Proton Plus to get custom Protons (GE and CachyOS)
00:19:21 - Setting up Heroic Games Launcher (Epic Games & GOG)
00:20:06 - Installing third-party launchers via Heroic (Battle.net, Ubisoft, EA App)
Performance Optimization & Gameplay
00:24:55 - Using Feral GameMode (FalconD) for performance scheduling
00:26:36 - Troubleshooting: Fixing game launch errors in Steam
00:27:12 - Dead Island 2 Gameplay & Performance Test
00:29:40 - Boss Fight: Dr. Reed
00:37:22 - Enabling the performance overlay (MangoHud) and wrap-up #dreamy
