Here's some of the best VR games released on Steam in 2026 so far
Link: https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2026/09/heres-some-of-the-best-vr-games-released-on-steam-in-2026-so-far/
Link: https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2026/09/heres-some-of-the-best-vr-games-released-on-steam-in-2026-so-far/
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Here's some of the best VR games released on Steam in 2026 so far
Here's some of the highest-rated VR games released on Steam in 2026. Helping you get ready for the SteamOS Linux powered Steam Frame.
You absolutely have to play Mechabellum as it now has a free edition
Link: https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2026/09/you-absolutely-have-to-play-mechabellum-as-it-now-has-a-free-edition/
Link: https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2026/09/you-absolutely-have-to-play-mechabellum-as-it-now-has-a-free-edition/
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You absolutely have to play Mechabellum as it now has a free edition
Mechabellum is an auto-battler that's a bit like future space chess in a way, it has some truly epic battles and just had a massive upgrade with a free edition.
KDE developers' attempts at creating LLM guidelines are not going well
Link: https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2026/09/kde-developers-attempts-at-creating-llm-guidelines-are-not-going-well/
Link: https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2026/09/kde-developers-attempts-at-creating-llm-guidelines-are-not-going-well/
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KDE developers' attempts at creating LLM guidelines are not going well
It seems the KDE developers want to allow some use of generative AI / LLMs, as they're working on a policy of guidelines for it.
Classic physics-based browser game Happy Wheels gets revived on Steam
Link: https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2026/09/classic-physics-based-browser-game-happy-wheels-gets-revived-on-steam/
Link: https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2026/09/classic-physics-based-browser-game-happy-wheels-gets-revived-on-steam/
GamingOnLinux
Classic physics-based browser game Happy Wheels gets revived on Steam
Happy Wheels is a game all about getting from A to B, and failing constantly while creating a rather amusing bloody mess.
First-person horror flight sim 'The Hollowing' revealed by the Lorn's Lure developer
Link: https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2026/09/first-person-horror-flight-sim-the-hollowing-revealed-by-the-lorns-lure-developer/
Link: https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2026/09/first-person-horror-flight-sim-the-hollowing-revealed-by-the-lorns-lure-developer/
GamingOnLinux
First-person horror flight sim 'The Hollowing' revealed by the Lorn's Lure developer
The Hollowing is an atmospheric first-person horror flight sim where you fly alone across a mist-shrouded Megastructure, from the Lorn's Lure developer.
XBOX lays off hundreds more, Activision takes over Halo and more changes
Link: https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2026/09/xbox-lays-off-hundreds-more-activision-takes-over-halo-and-more-changes/
Link: https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2026/09/xbox-lays-off-hundreds-more-activision-takes-over-halo-and-more-changes/
GamingOnLinux
XBOX lays off hundreds more, Activision takes over Halo and more changes
More big news coming out of Microsoft / XBOX today, with their big reset continuing with hundreds more staff being let go along with studio shuffles.
JSAUX launch the E-Ink and Pixel Matrix Faceplates for Steam Machine
Link: https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2026/09/jsaux-launch-the-e-ink-and-pixel-matrix-faceplates-for-steam-machine/
Link: https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2026/09/jsaux-launch-the-e-ink-and-pixel-matrix-faceplates-for-steam-machine/
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JSAUX launch the E-Ink and Pixel Matrix Faceplates for Steam Machine
More Steam Machine modding customization is here, with the launch of the JSAUX E-Ink and Pixel Matrix Faceplates.
SteamOS 3.8.28 Beta released, plus another Steam Client Beta with Remote Play: Pyrowave fixes
Link: https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2026/09/steamos-3-8-28-beta-released-plus-another-steam-client-beta-with-remote-play-pyrowave-fixes/
Link: https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2026/09/steamos-3-8-28-beta-released-plus-another-steam-client-beta-with-remote-play-pyrowave-fixes/
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SteamOS 3.8.28 Beta released, plus another Steam Client Beta with Remote Play: Pyrowave fixes
Valve just released SteamOS 3.8.28 Beta, along with a Steam Client Beta for all platforms with more fixes.
Discord announced a revamped global age verification system
Link: https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2026/09/discord-announced-a-revamped-global-age-verification-system/
Link: https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2026/09/discord-announced-a-revamped-global-age-verification-system/
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Discord announced a revamped global age verification system
The Discord team have just revealed a revamped age verification system, where hopefully most of you won't need to do anything at all.
NVIDIA recommended stable driver 595.104.02 released for Linux
Link: https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2026/09/nvidia-recommended-stable-driver-595-104-02-released-for-linux/
Link: https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2026/09/nvidia-recommended-stable-driver-595-104-02-released-for-linux/
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NVIDIA recommended stable driver 595.104.02 released for Linux
NVIDIA just released another small update to their recommended stable driver series with version 595.104.02 now available.
Beat Saber gets a first discount on Steam - ready up for the Steam Frame
Link: https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2026/09/beat-saber-gets-a-first-discount-on-steam-ready-up-for-the-steam-frame/
Link: https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2026/09/beat-saber-gets-a-first-discount-on-steam-ready-up-for-the-steam-frame/
GamingOnLinux
Beat Saber gets a first discount on Steam - ready up for the Steam Frame
When I eventually get my hands on the Steam Frame, it will most likely end up as a Beat Saber machine. You can join me too, with a first discount on it.
Respect The Horde playtest adds Native Linux and controller support
Link: https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2026/09/respect-the-horde-playtest-adds-native-linux-and-controller-support/
Link: https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2026/09/respect-the-horde-playtest-adds-native-linux-and-controller-support/
GamingOnLinux
Respect The Horde playtest adds Native Linux and controller support
Respect The Horde mixes together survival, tower defense and horde games to interesting effect - and now it has a Native Linux playtest.
New Guide: Steam Deck / Steam Machine / SteamOS game won't launch: how to fix games that won't start
Link: https://www.gamingonlinux.com/guides/view/steam-deck-steam-machine-steamos-game-wont-launch-how-to-fix-games-that-wont-start/
Link: https://www.gamingonlinux.com/guides/view/steam-deck-steam-machine-steamos-game-wont-launch-how-to-fix-games-that-wont-start/
GamingOnLinux
Steam Deck / Steam Machine / SteamOS game won't launch: how to fix games that won't start
Having trouble with games not launching on a SteamOS device like the Steam Deck, Steam Machine or Steam Frame? Here's some steps you can take.
Counter-Strike 2 adds an intense fast-paced 3v3 'Rush' game mode
Link: https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2026/09/counter-strike-2-adds-an-intense-fast-paced-3v3-rush-game-mode/
Link: https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2026/09/counter-strike-2-adds-an-intense-fast-paced-3v3-rush-game-mode/
GamingOnLinux
Counter-Strike 2 adds an intense fast-paced 3v3 'Rush' game mode
This new Rush mode might be my favourite way to play Counter-Strike 2, giving you a faster-paced experience with shorter matches.
Funny physics platformer Barely Breathing adds a little Linux Easter Egg
Link: https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2026/09/funny-physics-platformer-barely-breathing-adds-a-little-linux-easter-egg/
Link: https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2026/09/funny-physics-platformer-barely-breathing-adds-a-little-linux-easter-egg/
GamingOnLinux
Funny physics platformer Barely Breathing adds a little Linux Easter Egg
Barely Breathing is an upcoming fishy physics platformer that looks really funny, with a demo available - and they just added a little Linux Easter Egg.
O.B.O.L is a horror game where you bet your life on a coin flip
Link: https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2026/09/o-b-o-l-is-a-horror-game-where-you-bet-your-life-on-a-coin-flip/
Link: https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2026/09/o-b-o-l-is-a-horror-game-where-you-bet-your-life-on-a-coin-flip/
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O.B.O.L is a horror game where you bet your life on a coin flip
Like your smaller and more unusual horror experiences? O.B.O.L is a new release that sees you coin flip for your life against a mysterious old man.
SteamVR Beta v2.18.1 brings more Linux fixes and general improvements
Link: https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2026/09/steamvr-beta-v2-18-1-brings-more-linux-fixes-and-general-improvements/
Link: https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2026/09/steamvr-beta-v2-18-1-brings-more-linux-fixes-and-general-improvements/
GamingOnLinux
SteamVR Beta v2.18.1 brings more Linux fixes and general improvements
You'll most likely want SteamVR Beta if you have the new Steam Frame, especially on Linux - with SteamVR Beta v2.18.1 bringing numerous improvements.
Qualcomm announce Snapdragon X2 Series will support Linux
Link: https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2026/09/qualcomm-announce-snapdragon-x2-series-will-support-linux/
Link: https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2026/09/qualcomm-announce-snapdragon-x2-series-will-support-linux/
GamingOnLinux
Qualcomm announce Snapdragon X2 Series will support Linux
Arm support is expanding on Linux, with Qualcomm announcing Linux support for the Snapdragon X2 Series.
Intel GPU support with Proton should get better with DXVK-IGDEXT
Link: https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2026/09/intel-gpu-support-with-proton-should-get-better-with-dxvk-igdext/
Link: https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2026/09/intel-gpu-support-with-proton-should-get-better-with-dxvk-igdext/
GamingOnLinux
Intel GPU support with Proton should get better with DXVK-IGDEXT
Intel have an interesting new project with DXVK-IGDEXT, allowing Proton / Wine to make better use of Intel GPU features.
Beat Saber set for a massive upgrade with hand tracking, a new game mode and more
Link: https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2026/09/beat-saber-set-for-a-massive-upgrade-with-hand-tracking-a-new-game-mode-and-more/
Link: https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2026/09/beat-saber-set-for-a-massive-upgrade-with-hand-tracking-a-new-game-mode-and-more/
GamingOnLinux
Beat Saber set for a massive upgrade with hand tracking, a new game mode and more
Arriving sometime in Spring 2027, the awesome VR rhythm game Beat Saber is set for one of the biggest updates it's ever had.