I like to think I’m not. On the other hand if those are the only two options I guess I must be?
That other person though… seems to be wildly bent out of shape over a downvote on someone else’s comment. I show they deleted their other comment now but: definitely an asshole.
Anyway, since we’re this deep into the convo, might as well explain: the downvote was mostly about someone still dual-booting Windows at this point. That was not at all articulated by a simple swipe to downvote, but a lot quicker and easier (or not, in retrospect). Does that make me an asshole? Maybe; if so, I’ll take that hit to my little reputation and move on.
In the interest of continuing the conversation though, I’ll ask… what draws you to keep it around? My experience when I was dual booting was that before long I found myself not booting windows for a year or two. When I did [around the time of the transition from 7 to 10], it just caused extra hassle with things updating and breaking. And the last couple of games I had “needed” it for began working fine in Linux. So I reclaimed the space, and haven’t missed it as windows 11 enshittified further and Microsoft went all in on vibe coding slop.
Hmm interesting. I saw that comment, it was certainly a funny response I never saw coming.
In reality? There’s still things that I have to use windows for, mainly work related stuff and the occasional video game. I keep most of the important stuff on my Linux boot but ffs Nvidia drivers blow chunks sometimes, there’s a ton of games that have a ton of problems that I play. Its also still windows 10, im sure thats a security issue at this point.
I find the “just don’t play it if it refuses to play on Linux” to be a failure of a comment most of the time because it all the games my friends play. I would be a very lonely person if I couldnt play battlefield 6 atm, shitty as EA is, its what my friends are playing. Its annoying but my life.
Also my keyboard app only runs on windows, I’ve tried everything but can not for the life of me get it to actually read my keyboard while using linux. So thats also a thing.
I just find it interesting to get an actual answer on the downvoted on seemingly innocent comments, I like to learn about others psychology.
My work computer is a whole separate thing, and there I do find Windows pretty important, mainly for Active Directory management.
Definitely a case where “your mileage may vary” as games go. I can’t stand EA as a company, and the competitive online shooter scene just strikes me as so appallingly toxic every time. Obviously that doesn’t work for everyone and I very much get the appeal of that social aspect of gaming. So I guess I count myself lucky there that I’ve spent years cultivating the kind of environment where my games and friends are compatible with Linux — lol.
However, I’m struggling to even comprehend the concept of a keyboard either needing an “app” or not working on Linux. Maybe with some unusual key mapping desires, but QMK firmware seems to take care of that and it works fine on Linux.
Oh you misunderstand, the app is for macros, rgb, that stuff. Its a glorious keyboard (the brand), I have to launch into windows if I want to change those things, which is mostly annoying.
All my computer parts and accessories were purchased before I got into linux, so once I upgrade that all will be purchased with Linux friendly hardware in mind.
I used to be heavy into competitive shooters, so thats where my gaming friend base lies, makes it hard to not have the biggest shooters when they are out. I am happy with Arc Raiders though, works flawlessly on linux, even runs on steam deck if your okay with potato graphics.
Yep, the hardware planning all makes a big difference! If you’re looking for Linux-friendly RGB keyboard options I’ve been very happy with Keychron.
I think the only things I’ve “needed” windows for in the last couple years were firmware updates for an Xbox controller and (surprisingly) firmware upgrades for a Steam VR headset and/or base station.
Glad that you are enjoying ARC, I’ve heard only good things about it.
I have an older rift cv1, that thing just doesn’t work on linux sadly. I forgot about Xbox controller firmware updates…
But yeah thanks, Arc is fun. Runs well too which is a rarity among modern games. Outside shooters Im a huge fan of space games: Stellaris, star citizen, starborn 2, space engineers. I need to see if I can’t find some groups for those.
KSA is supposed to be a spiritual successsor to KSP1. I’ve heard good things but it’s not out yet so hard to say if the reality will live up to it.
Reentry: very different. Very focused on the historical missions: Mercury, Gemini, Apollo. Very simulationist, going for realistic operations. Does a great job of showing just how complicated and manual everything was, how “disconnected” the procedures feel from direct flight, to me anyway. There’s no aspect of building ships at all. But there’s a good bit of potential there too, we’ll see where it goes. For now it’s an amazing peek into history.
I like to think I’m not. On the other hand if those are the only two options I guess I must be?
That other person though… seems to be wildly bent out of shape over a downvote on someone else’s comment. I show they deleted their other comment now but: definitely an asshole.
Anyway, since we’re this deep into the convo, might as well explain: the downvote was mostly about someone still dual-booting Windows at this point. That was not at all articulated by a simple swipe to downvote, but a lot quicker and easier (or not, in retrospect). Does that make me an asshole? Maybe; if so, I’ll take that hit to my little reputation and move on.
In the interest of continuing the conversation though, I’ll ask… what draws you to keep it around? My experience when I was dual booting was that before long I found myself not booting windows for a year or two. When I did [around the time of the transition from 7 to 10], it just caused extra hassle with things updating and breaking. And the last couple of games I had “needed” it for began working fine in Linux. So I reclaimed the space, and haven’t missed it as windows 11 enshittified further and Microsoft went all in on vibe coding slop.
Hmm interesting. I saw that comment, it was certainly a funny response I never saw coming.
In reality? There’s still things that I have to use windows for, mainly work related stuff and the occasional video game. I keep most of the important stuff on my Linux boot but ffs Nvidia drivers blow chunks sometimes, there’s a ton of games that have a ton of problems that I play. Its also still windows 10, im sure thats a security issue at this point.
I find the “just don’t play it if it refuses to play on Linux” to be a failure of a comment most of the time because it all the games my friends play. I would be a very lonely person if I couldnt play battlefield 6 atm, shitty as EA is, its what my friends are playing. Its annoying but my life.
Also my keyboard app only runs on windows, I’ve tried everything but can not for the life of me get it to actually read my keyboard while using linux. So thats also a thing.
I just find it interesting to get an actual answer on the downvoted on seemingly innocent comments, I like to learn about others psychology.
My work computer is a whole separate thing, and there I do find Windows pretty important, mainly for Active Directory management.
Definitely a case where “your mileage may vary” as games go. I can’t stand EA as a company, and the competitive online shooter scene just strikes me as so appallingly toxic every time. Obviously that doesn’t work for everyone and I very much get the appeal of that social aspect of gaming. So I guess I count myself lucky there that I’ve spent years cultivating the kind of environment where my games and friends are compatible with Linux — lol.
However, I’m struggling to even comprehend the concept of a keyboard either needing an “app” or not working on Linux. Maybe with some unusual key mapping desires, but QMK firmware seems to take care of that and it works fine on Linux.
Oh you misunderstand, the app is for macros, rgb, that stuff. Its a glorious keyboard (the brand), I have to launch into windows if I want to change those things, which is mostly annoying.
All my computer parts and accessories were purchased before I got into linux, so once I upgrade that all will be purchased with Linux friendly hardware in mind.
I used to be heavy into competitive shooters, so thats where my gaming friend base lies, makes it hard to not have the biggest shooters when they are out. I am happy with Arc Raiders though, works flawlessly on linux, even runs on steam deck if your okay with potato graphics.
Yep, the hardware planning all makes a big difference! If you’re looking for Linux-friendly RGB keyboard options I’ve been very happy with Keychron.
I think the only things I’ve “needed” windows for in the last couple years were firmware updates for an Xbox controller and (surprisingly) firmware upgrades for a Steam VR headset and/or base station.
Glad that you are enjoying ARC, I’ve heard only good things about it.
I have an older rift cv1, that thing just doesn’t work on linux sadly. I forgot about Xbox controller firmware updates…
But yeah thanks, Arc is fun. Runs well too which is a rarity among modern games. Outside shooters Im a huge fan of space games: Stellaris, star citizen, starborn 2, space engineers. I need to see if I can’t find some groups for those.
Nice. I’m into the space games as well. Lots of hours in Space Engineers and Stellaris. (And Tabletop Simulator playing High Frontier 4.)
Been having (intimidating) fun with Re[-e]ntry and I’m looking forward to Kitten Space Agency.
Reentry looks amazing, thanks for putting that on my radar. Does it feel like Kerbal 1?
KSA is supposed to be a spiritual successsor to KSP1. I’ve heard good things but it’s not out yet so hard to say if the reality will live up to it.
Reentry: very different. Very focused on the historical missions: Mercury, Gemini, Apollo. Very simulationist, going for realistic operations. Does a great job of showing just how complicated and manual everything was, how “disconnected” the procedures feel from direct flight, to me anyway. There’s no aspect of building ships at all. But there’s a good bit of potential there too, we’ll see where it goes. For now it’s an amazing peek into history.