How to Set Up Arch Linux For Gaming

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Published on December 31, 2020 4:00:31 PM ● Video Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rH-IiKxoozw

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This video covers an easy method of setting up Arch Linux for gaming so that you can play both native and Windows developed games using Steam Proton or Lutris.

Step 1. Install Latest GPU Driver.

https://github.com/lutris/docs/blob/master/InstallingDrivers.md#arch--manjaro--other-arch-linux-derivatives

Step 2. Install Wine Dependencies.

https://github.com/lutris/docs/blob/master/WineDependencies.md#archantergosmanjaroother-arch-derivatives

Step 3. Install Steam & Enable Proton.

Open up a Terminal, and run the following command.

sudo pacman -S steam

Once installed, run Steam, install any updates, and sign into your Steam account.

Enable Proton to work with all your Steam library by navigating to Steam / Steam Play / Advanced, and ticking the Enable Steam Play for all other titles.

Reboot Steam once done

Step 4. Install Lutris.

Open up a Terminal, and run the following command.

sudo pacman -S lutris

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