r/linux_gaming

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About r/linux_gaming

A subreddit for discussions and news about gaming on the GNU/Linux family of operating systems (including the Steam Deck).

The community at a glance

r/linux_gaming is a Subreddit for Gamers and Open Source Developers with roughly 429K members. It has been around since 2009. It uses a forum format for communication. On the Hive Index it ranks #8 in the Open Source Software communities list.

Roughly 87K members have joined in the past year. Popular discussion topics include Linux, Gaming, and Steam. Common discussion themes are Solution Requests and Pain & Anger. Product recommendations often mention linux distro and gaming distro.

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Established 2009
429K Members

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Subreddit Analysis

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Yearly: +87K members
Growth: +25.6% / year

Member growth over time

All time (yearly)

  • 2013: 7K members
  • 2014: 6K members
  • 2015: 6K members
  • 2016: 13K members
  • 2017: 12K members
  • 2018: 25K members
  • 2019: 40K members
  • 2020: 49K members
  • 2021: 39K members
  • 2023: 58K members
  • 2024: 41K members
  • 2025: 72K members
  • 2026: 50K members

Past year (monthly)

  • Aug: 6K members
  • Sep: 5K members
  • Oct: 6K members
  • Nov: 10K members
  • Dec: 9K members
  • Jan: 10K members
  • Feb: 8K members
  • Mar: 8K members
  • Apr: 7K members
  • May: 7K members
  • Jun: 6K members
  • Jul: 4K members

Themes

  • Solution Requests
    4 posts in the past month
    1. I need help about ssd
    2. what can i use to remap controllers?
    3. is there fix for dead space (2023)
    #1
    Solution Requests
    I need help about ssd · what can i use to remap controllers? · is there fix for dead space (2023)
    4
  • Pain & Anger
    2 posts in the past month
    1. cant seem to get doom: the dark ages to work on CachyOS.
    2. CS2 doing weird things since the update
    #2
    Pain & Anger
    cant seem to get doom: the dark ages to work on CachyOS. · CS2 doing weird things since the update
    2
  • Advice Requests
    2 posts in the past month
    1. Hollow knight! Help!!
    2. HELP PLEASE, lutris game icons error
    #3
    Advice Requests
    Hollow knight! Help!! · HELP PLEASE, lutris game icons error
    2

Topics

  • Linux
    44 posts in the past month
    #1
    Linux
    44
  • Gaming
    34 posts in the past month
    #2
    Gaming
    34
  • Steam
    29 posts in the past month
    1. Ubisoft Games on Linux (Steam)
    2. Windows 11 vs SteamOS (RX 6700 XT) | FSR 4.1, 1440p, 1080p (AC Black Fla...
    3. Steam Controller loses input
    #3
    Steam
    Ubisoft Games on Linux (Steam) · Windows 11 vs SteamOS (RX 6700 XT) | FSR 4.1, 1440p, 1080p (AC Black Fla... · Steam Controller loses input
    29
  • Struggling
    18 posts in the past month
    #4
    Struggling
    18
  • Games
    17 posts in the past month
    #5
    Games
    17

Flair

  • tech support wanted
    25 posts in the past month
    1. Ubisoft Games on Linux (Steam)
    2. Best OS for Xbox Ally X?
    3. i have issue with my dGPU
    #1
    tech support wanted
    Ubisoft Games on Linux (Steam) · Best OS for Xbox Ally X? · i have issue with my dGPU
    25
  • guide
    7 posts in the past month
    1. How to Install Rockstar Games Launcher (KDE)
    2. Debugged the infinite GeforceNow "Analyzing network" hang in the native app; root cause found + working fix inside
    3. [Linux] Debugged the infinite "Analyzing network" hang in the native app; root cause found + working fix inside
    #2
    guide
    How to Install Rockstar Games Launcher (KDE) · Debugged the infinite GeforceNow "Analyzing network" hang in the native app; root cause found + working fix inside · [Linux] Debugged the infinite "Analyzing network" hang in the native app; root cause found + working fix inside
    7
  • wine/proton
    4 posts in the past month
    1. Vanguard Wine Emulation for League of Legends
    2. TuxBlox
    3. Has anyone attempted to play CFB 27 on Linux yet?
    #3
    wine/proton
    Vanguard Wine Emulation for League of Legends · TuxBlox · Has anyone attempted to play CFB 27 on Linux yet?
    4
  • steam/steam deck
    4 posts in the past month
    1. Has anyone gotten Digimon Time Stranger to work?
    2. Anyone getting simmilar issues? Im on bazzite...
    3. DLSS Updater 4.3.0 for Linux has "grown into a full Proton Upscalers panel"
    #4
    steam/steam deck
    Has anyone gotten Digimon Time Stranger to work? · Anyone getting simmilar issues? Im on bazzite... · DLSS Updater 4.3.0 for Linux has "grown into a full Proton Upscalers panel"
    4
  • tool/utility
    4 posts in the past month
    1. Released Lanemu P2P VPN 0.14 - Open-source alternative to Hamachi
    2. rmcl v0.3.3; getting closer to a full terminal first Minecraft launcher
    3. My approach to "gaming mode"
    #5
    tool/utility
    Released Lanemu P2P VPN 0.14 - Open-source alternative to Hamachi · rmcl v0.3.3; getting closer to a full terminal first Minecraft launcher · My approach to "gaming mode"
    4

Product recommendations

  • linux distro
    30 posts in the past month
    1. Best Linux distro for full-time use on low-end hardware
    2. Best distro?
    3. What's the best distro for a beginner who just wants to leave windows for good? I've tried before when I built my system but my arc a750 didn't play nicely.
    #1
    linux distro
    Best Linux distro for full-time use on low-end hardware · Best distro? · What's the best distro for a beginner who just wants to leave windows for good? I've tried before when I built my system but my arc a750 didn't play nicely.
    30
  • gaming distro
    15 posts in the past month
    1. best gaming distro in 2025?
    2. Best linux distro for gaming – what’s actually worth installing?
    3. What gaming distro would be the best for me?
    #2
    gaming distro
    best gaming distro in 2025? · Best linux distro for gaming – what’s actually worth installing? · What gaming distro would be the best for me?
    15
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Frequently asked questions

Who is r/linux_gaming for?
Best for Gamers and Open Source Developers enthusiasts looking for a Reddit-based community with forum discussion.
Is r/linux_gaming free to join?
This listing is not marked as paid-only. Access rules and any fees are decided by the community.
How many members does r/linux_gaming have?
Roughly 429K members, based on figures reported by the community or its host. Member counts are approximate and change over time.
What platform is r/linux_gaming on?
r/linux_gaming runs on Reddit. Reddit communities (or "subreddits") are forum-based groups on the popular social news aggregation, web content rating, and discussion website Reddit. Reddit is commonly known as "the front page of the internet". Users submit content to the site such as links, text posts, and images, which are then voted up or down and discussed by other members. From investing Reddit communities, to professional ones, to ones just for laughs, you're likely to find a community for you on Reddit.
What topics does r/linux_gaming cover?
On the Hive Index, r/linux_gaming is organized under Gamers, Open Source Developers.
How do I join r/linux_gaming?
You can join r/linux_gaming by clicking this link, or pressing the "Go to community" button above.
What are the Gaming communities like?
One of the largest topic areas on the site, spanning PC gaming, consoles, mobile, and tabletop. Discord is the dominant platform with massive servers for individual games and general gaming culture, while Reddit hosts some of the most active game-specific communities on the internet. Covers everything from casual play to competitive esports and game development.
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