## **Introduction** - Brief history of Linux gaming (from niche to mainstream). - Why 2024 is the best year yet for Linux gamers. - Key players: Valve’s Proton, Wine, and native Linux ports. --- ## **1. Steam Proton: The Game-Changer** ### **What is Proton?** - Valve’s compatibility layer (based on Wine + DXVK/VKD3D). - How it translates Windows games to run on Linux. ### **Proton 9.0 (2024 Updates)** - New features: - Improved anti-cheat support (EAC/BattlEye). - Better VR performance. - Game-specific fixes (e.g., *Cyberpunk 2077*, *Elden Ring*). ### **How to Use Proton** 1. Enable Steam Play in Steam Settings. 2. Force Proton version for unsupported games. 3. **ProtonDB** tips: Check game ratings before buying. ### **Performance Tips** - Use **Proton-G...