I can also mention that it works flawlessly on Linux even with the GoG version (still through proton). It’s uncommon for such games to be on GoG day one, and I wouldn’t have bought it otherwise.
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solarizde@feddit.de 10 months ago
Good thing is, it runs flawless on my Linux desktop too 👍 Just one of the best games I played in years. Good it payed out for larian to invest so much time into it. Maybe a good example for others that you do not need to rush a launch.
okamiueru@lemmy.world 10 months ago
TWeaK@lemm.ee 10 months ago
Oh nice, I went with GOG as well and was wondering if I’d be able to get it running on Linux.
okamiueru@lemmy.world 10 months ago
Most GoG games can be run through steam/proton, but it’s a bit tedious. I’m guessing that there are better approaches than what I do, which is to
- Download install files from GoG. For BG3 it’s like 27 or so files and one setup executable. Place all of them in the same folder
- Add the install executable from 1. as a “Non steam game”. Through the “Games” -> “Add non-steam game to my Library”.
- Edit the entry from 2. and add compatibility. (Right click and “properties”. “Compatibility” and check the “Force the use of a specific Steam …”. I used Proton 8.0.3
- Run it, and complete the installation. The install allows you to run the game directly, but don’t do this. Just exit it after finishing the install.
- Locate the wine installation for the game. Something like "/home/<$USER>/.local/share/Steam/steamapps/compatdata/pfx/drive_c/GOG Games/Baldurs Gate 3/bin/bg3.exe"
- Edit the entry again from 2., set a nicer name. And the adjusted path above as the TARGET. And full path of the bin-directory it’s in, in quotes, in START IN.
You should be able to run it as a normal steam game. I’ve done this with all gog games without much issues.
okamiueru@lemmy.world 10 months ago
If anyone stumbles upon this comment, I would also mention that you can install any subsequent update in the same way, by editing the entry to the update file(s), run the update executable, and then edit the entry back.
Freesoftwareenjoyer@lemmy.world 10 months ago
Why do you use Proton instead on WINE? I’ve never tried, so I’m curious if I should look into it.
rusty@lemmy.world 10 months ago
Proton is WINE on steroids, I haven’t used it for a while, but ever since proton came out it’s been a much smoother experience, at least for the sample size of me.
mrvictory1@lemmy.world 10 months ago
It is not recommended to use Proton outside of Steam. Use Wine + DXVK instead for GOG.
Freesoftwareenjoyer@lemmy.world 10 months ago
Good to know, thanks!
MaDeX@lemmy.world 10 months ago
Is it native then?
Squeals in Arch
ZIRO@lemmy.world 10 months ago
It isn’t native, but it works very well.
MaDeX@lemmy.world 10 months ago
Silly question of the day, if a games uses vulkan it doesn’t need to compile the shaders like you would for a direct x game?
ZIRO@lemmy.world 10 months ago
unfortunately, my system seems to need to compile the shaders before I start the game if it’s the first time I’ve started the game that steam session.
BloodForTheBloodGod@lemmy.ca 10 months ago
It does compile shaders
zikk_transport2@lemmy.world 10 months ago
I love Lemmy. Geeks are everywhere. Linux is everywhere.
Seeing “runs flawless on my Linux desktop” on a gaming community is awesome! :)
prole@sh.itjust.works 10 months ago
Can we all take a moment to appreciate Proton? Shit is basically magic as far as I’m concerned.
GE-Proton too, that dude does good work.
zikk_transport2@lemmy.world 10 months ago
I remember when years ago I launched Payday 1 and oh dude - 3D objects where white lines only, no textures, and 2-3fps. Things progressed quickly since DXVX project started. <3
ZIRO@lemmy.world 10 months ago
Steam Deck is changing PC gaming. The better Steam Deck gets, the better gaming on Linux becomes. There are dozens of us.