How to Play Windows Games on Linux?
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This new feature is still in beta but you can try it out and play Windows-only games on Linux right now. Let’s see how to do that.

Play Windows-only games in Linux with Steam Play

  • Step 1: Go to Account Settings. Run Steam client.
  • Step 2: Opt in to the beta program.
  • Step 3: Enable Steam Play beta.

Can I play Windows games on Ubuntu?

Just select ‘Install Ubuntu alongside Windows X’ in the installer. You can run Windows steam games on Linux through WINE. Though it will be a huge amount easier just running Linux Steam games on Ubuntu, it IS possible to run some of the windows games (though it may be slower).

Can you play any game on Linux?

But there are not many Linux games, or to be more precise, most popular games are not available for Linux but they are available for Windows PC. Good thing is that with the help of tools like Wine, PlayOnLinux and CrossOver, you can play a number of popular Windows games in Linux.

Sarah Jenkins

Sarah Jenkins

Senior Technology Editor & AI Specialist

Sarah Jenkins is a veteran tech journalist with over 12 years of experience covering artificial intelligence, mobile innovations, and digital ethics. Her insights have appeared in leading technology publications worldwide.

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