Switching to Linux for Gaming? Best Distros, Proton, & Why Some Games Run BETTER Than Windows 11

Thinking about switching from Windows 11 to Linux for gaming?

In this video, I break down how to choose the right Linux distribution for gaming, whether you're brand new or already experienced. We cover performance differences, gaming-optimized distros, immutable systems, Proton compatibility, anti-cheat concerns, and why some games actually run better on Linux than Windows 11.

Gaming Distros Mentioned:

Nobara Project – Gaming-focused Fedora-based distro with performance tweaks
CachyOS – Optimized kernel builds for performance
SteamOS – Immutable, AMD-focused gaming OS
Bazzite – SteamOS-like experience for more hardware
Fedora Linux – Solid all-around distro for gaming

🎮 Games Discussed:

Arc Raiders – Works great with Proton
Hytale – Survival/building addiction
Baldur's Gate 3 – Native Linux + Vulkan support
Chronos: The New Dawn – Native Linux build
F.E.A.R. – Runs better on Linux
Alice: Madness Returns – Fixed via DXVK / Vulkan
Fallout: New Vegas – Zero issues under Linux

What You’ll Learn:

Do gaming distros actually improve performance?
What “immutable” Linux means (and who it’s for)
Anti-cheat limitations you should know
Why Proton is incredible for Windows game preservation
Why some older DirectX games run better through DXVK/Vulkan

For most users, performance differences between distros are negligible — what matters more is stability, driver support, and your comfort level with troubleshooting.

If you’re considering switching for gaming or streaming, this might help you decide.

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Видео Switching to Linux for Gaming? Best Distros, Proton, & Why Some Games Run BETTER Than Windows 11 канала Shane Milton