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MangoHud
MangoHudC

A Vulkan and OpenGL overlay for monitoring FPS, temperatures, CPU/GPU load, and other performance metrics on Linux.

#vulkan#real-time-overlay#opengl
Stars8.9k
Forks412
Last commit17 hours ago
Bottles
BottlesPython

A graphical application that simplifies running Windows software and games on Linux using Wine.

#bottles#cross-platform-software#wineprefix-manager
Stars8.6k
Forks367
Last commit1 day ago
Legendary
LegendaryPython

A free and open-source command-line launcher for downloading, installing, and managing Epic Games Store titles on Linux, macOS, and Windows.

#open-source-alternative#linux-gaming#delta-patching
Stars5.2k
Forks201
Last commit15 days ago
UnleashedRecomp
UnleashedRecompC++

An unofficial PC port of Sonic Unleashed (Xbox 360) created via static recompilation, featuring modern enhancements and mod support.

#high-performance-rendering#static-recompilation#pc-gaming
Stars4.9k
Forks398
Last commit25 days ago
NonSteamLaunchers
NonSteamLaunchersPython

A script that installs and manages multiple non-Steam game launchers on Steam Deck and Linux, integrating them into your Steam library.

#deck#decky-loader#game-launchers
Stars4.3k
Forks88
Last commit1 day ago
EmuDeck
EmuDeckShell

Automated emulator configuration tool for Steam Deck and Linux, setting up ROM directories and optimal emulator settings.

#game-preservation#rom-management#linux-gaming
Stars3.5k
Forks255
Last commit1 day ago
PINCE
PINCEPython

A GDB front-end and reverse engineering tool focused on Linux game memory analysis and debugging.

#pointer-scanning#injection#debugging-tools
Stars3.0k
Forks188
Last commit1 day ago
SteamTinkerLaunch
SteamTinkerLaunchShell

A Linux wrapper tool for Steam that provides a graphical menu to configure game tools, mod managers, and custom launch options.

#steam-client#steam#reshade
Stars2.8k
Forks88
Last commit6 months ago
GameHub
GameHubVala

A unified library for managing games from multiple platforms and compatibility layers on Linux.

#desktop-application#game-management#steam
Stars2.8k
Forks205
Last commit1 year ago
Protontricks
ProtontricksPython

A wrapper that runs Winetricks commands and launches Windows executables for Steam Play/Proton games.

#hacktoberfest#steam#command-line-tool
Stars2.3k
Forks48
Last commit13 days ago
GOverlay
GOverlayPascal

A graphical interface for configuring MangoHud, vkBasalt, and OptiScaler to enhance Linux gaming performance and visuals.

#vulkan#free-pascal#open-source
Stars1.4k
Forks63
Last commit18 hours ago
Minigalaxy
MinigalaxyPython

A simple GOG client for Linux that lets you download, install, update, and launch your GOG games.

#desktop-application#hacktoberfest#game-management
Stars1.3k
Forks76
Last commit3 days ago
RetroDECK
RetroDECKShell

An all-in-one retro gaming platform for Linux systems, delivered as a self-contained Flatpak application.

#steam#game-consoles#htpc
Stars1.2k
Forks55
Last commit2 days ago
Linux port of SteamVR
Linux port of SteamVR

Issue tracker and development release for the Linux port of SteamVR, enabling VR content creation on Linux.

#graphics-drivers#linux-gaming#valve-software
Stars1.1k
Forks52
Last commit1 month ago
Steam Deck
Steam Deck

A curated list of awesome software, resources, and guides for the Steam Deck handheld gaming PC.

#hacktoberfest#game-launchers#steam
Stars733
Forks21
Last commit15 days ago
Vinegar
VinegarGo

An open-source, configurable bootstrapper for running Roblox Studio on Linux.

#developer-tools#open-source#dxvk
Stars722
Forks65
Last commit1 month ago
UAlbion
UAlbionC#

A modern remake of the 1995 RPG Albion, built with .NET and requiring original game data.

#rpg#linux-gaming#modding-support
Stars165
Forks14
Last commit2 months ago
Shortix
ShortixShell

Creates human-readable symlinks for Proton game prefixes on Steam Deck and Linux, simplifying access to game directories.

#symlink-management#game-prefixes#linux-gaming
Stars165
Forks10
Last commit1 year ago
VibrantDeck
VibrantDeckTypeScript

A Steam Deck plugin for Decky Loader that adjusts screen saturation, vibrancy, and gamma settings.

#display-customization#decky-loader#open-source
Stars155
Forks10
Last commit12 days ago
talking-with-cars
talking-with-carsPython

Use your car's CAN bus as a game controller to play video games with real steering wheels and pedals.

#embedded-systems#can-bus#automotive-hacking
Stars133
Forks21
Last commit4 years ago
eidolon
eidolonRust

A TUI-based registry for DRM-free, Wine, and Steam games on Linux, accessible through a rofi launch menu.

#rofi#game-management#drm-free
Stars131
Forks7
Last commit3 years ago
Pause Games
Pause GamesTypeScript

A Decky Loader plugin for Steam Deck that pauses and resumes game processes to free system resources.

#decky-loader#game-management#steam
Stars118
Forks11
Last commit2 years ago
RetroPie Godot Game Engine "Emulator"
RetroPie Godot Game Engine "Emulator"Shell

A scriptmodule to install a Godot Engine 'emulator' for playing 2D Godot games on RetroPie.

#single-board-computer#homebrew-games#linux-gaming
Stars108
Forks18
Last commit3 years ago
DreeRally
DreeRallyC

A reverse-engineered reimplementation of the classic Death Rally game engine, requiring original game assets.

#dreerally#racing-game#linux-gaming
Stars100
Forks14
Last commit4 years ago
Warble
WarbleVala

A native Linux word-guessing game built with Vala and GTK for elementary OS, inspired by Wordle.

#desktop-application#wordle-clone#elementary-os
Stars88
Forks16
Last commit1 year ago
dRally
dRallyC

A native Linux/BSD port of the 1996 racing game Death Rally, requiring original game assets.

#sdl2#racing-game#linux-gaming
Stars72
Forks15
Last commit3 years ago
omarchy-steam-gaming-mode
omarchy-steam-gaming-modeShell

Adds a Steam Deck-like gaming mode toggle to Omarchy or Arch Linux with Hyprland for seamless desktop/gaming switching.

#arch-linux#automation-script#hyprland
Stars58
Forks3
Last commit19 days ago
NearChuckle
NearChuckleC++

A Linux port of Far Cry 1 using SDL3, based on the game's leaked source code.

#sdl3#dxvk#ffmpeg
Stars47
Forks6
Last commit2 months ago
deckarchy
deckarchyShell

Installs Neptune kernel with hardware support for Steam Deck OLED after vanilla Arch Linux installation.

#arch-linux#oled-support#steam
Stars36
Forks0
Last commit11 months ago
civ-klon
civ-klonAda

A 4X turn-based strategy game written in Ada 2022, featuring exploration, expansion, exploitation, and extermination mechanics.

#sfml#strategy#roundbased
Stars23
Forks0
Last commit24 days ago
Sage
SageVala

A code-breaking puzzle game designed for elementary OS with color-blind accessibility and dark mode.

#dark-mode#code-breaking#elementary-os
Stars10
Forks1
Last commit4 years ago
protonenv
protonenvPython

A command-line tool for managing Steam Proton versions and prefixes, similar to virtualenv.

#steam-proton#windows-compatibility#prefix-management
Stars4
Forks1
Last commit5 years ago

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