Xray OS: GNU/Linux Gaming Distro based on Arch Linux and Plasma
It is evident to many in the Linuxverse that the popularity of the Steam Deck portable gaming consoles with their SteamOS operating system based on Arch Linux and KDE Plasma has positively popularized the use of Linux for gaming on computers. Just as Android (with its Linux kernel) has done in smart mobile phones and the like. Furthermore, a good example of this is that we have recently increased our list of our current list of «Distros GNU / Linux Gamers» for computers with several Gamers Distributions, such as the "WinesapOS" Distro, based on Arch Linux with KDE Plasma. While today, we will include "XRay OS" which is very similar to the previous one.
But let's not forget that it is also possible «Play on GNU/Linux» on computers using Android-based operating systems, in the purest style of ChromeOS. Being good and interesting current alternatives, projects such as: Android x86, Bliss OS and Prime OS. Or simply from any other GNU/Linux Distro by simply implementing Wine pure or through applications such as Bottles (Bottles) and PlayOnLinux, emulator applications such as RetroArch, or video games contained within AppImages, Flatpak and Snap packages. And even through game store applications like Steam, Lutris, and others.
WinesapOS: GNU/Linux Gaming Distro based on Arch and SteamOS
But, before starting this publication about this interesting, new and innovative GNU/Linux Gamer Distro called "XRay OS", we recommend you explore a previous related post with the Gaming theme on Linux, at the end of reading this:
Xray OS: A GNU/Linux Gaming Distro based on Arch Linux and KDE Plasma
What is the GNU/Linux Xray OS Distro?
From the exploration of Official website of the project "XRay OS" (or XRay_OS) located on GitHub, We can highlight that this project is described by its developers as follows:
Is Xray_OS the best Linux distribution for gaming? No, in that case use something like cachyOS or Nobara. Xray_OS is just another Arch Linux distribution, it may not make sense to some, but its main focus is the Gaming field. Therefore, the difference between a Vanilla Arch Linux and Xray_OS is that Xray_OS is an Arch Linux, but without the hassle of having to configure everything so that it is suitable for normal daily activities, and of course, being able to play video games.
Features
And based on the above, it is worth highlighting how some of its main and most notable features the following:
- It is a small personal project that is still in development: But, it is shared by its developer for the benefit of the Linux Community and the enjoyment of those passionate about Gaming on GNU/Linux.
- Includes support for the use of interchangeable graphics cards: Therefore, it can operate in hybrid mode (default) or in integrated mode.
- Integrates a cool collection of pre-installed gaming software: For example, Wine and all its dependencies, dependencies (dotnet/clang) necessary to work with Unreal Engine and apps from popular game launchers such as Heroic Games and Steam. In addition to, commonly used software such as a music player, a video player, support for 32-bit apps and Flatpak/AppImage.
- By default it is configured with Wayland: However, in cases of compatibility issues with Wayland, you can log in with X11, which is also pre-installed.
- Highly compatible: For example, standard computers (Intel/AMD) running Windows, Mac computers with Intel processors, Framework laptops, and Microsoft Surface laptops.
- Familiar and friendly graphical appearance (visual interface): Because it offers a familiar look similar to any other GNU/Linux operating system with KDE Plasma.
- other important: Such as the use of our own and customized Repositories plus those of AUR Chaotics, the use of YAY (AUR Helper), the use of a default Zen Kernel, the implementation of the Supergfxctl program, to manage interchangeable graphics cards. And finally, among many others, good support for software development tasks.
Download XRay OS 1.07: GitHub / SourceForge
Summary
In summary, "XRay OS" is one of many GNU/Linux Gaming Distros and one of the few based on Arch Linux with KDE Plasma, which is worth knowing, trying and sharing with others, when it comes to playing on GNU/Linux. And despite being a small, personal project and in full development, we wish its creator much success and luck so that he continues to improve and share it with the entire free and open Community of the Linuxverse. Additionally, if you have already tried it before or currently use it, we invite you via comment to tell us how your Gamer user experience has been with it. And also, if you know of any other GNU/Linux Gaming Distro in addition to those already registered and mentioned in our current list of GNU/Linux Gamers distros for computers.
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