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I have nothing against gaming on Linux, I have (well had it's the VR box now) a SteamOS machine since the first public OS beta release and quite a strong one (my old gaming rig 3770K & dual 780ti's, updated to 980ti for the HTC Vive).

None of the games I play are available on Linux, none of the new AAA titles are available on Linux. With Valve not fully supporting SteamVR on Linux currently through the HTC Vive that's not even an option either.

But the difference is that I don't have some bias and will not attempt to fool anyone by portraying that they can use Linux or SteamOS as a gaming setup, not unless they only play the few 1st party Valve games, bargain bin AAA titles and Indies because beyond that it's very slim pickens.

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I doubt many people choose Linux primarily as a gaming OS.

Gaming sounds of primary concern to you, for others they want the development environment and freedom of Linux and gaming is a very pleasant bonus.

Were talking about SteamOS and gaming on Linux not about the merits of Linux as an OS. I use Windows, Linux and MacOS all for different reasons, I own both IOS and Android devices I don't limit myself and don't associate with any clubs. Every OS, device and software has it's uses but like all tools we need to admit that they have their niche and limitations in a pinch a screwdriver can be used as a hammer but let's not pretend it is one.

I fully agree, but there are trade-offs, dabbling with multiple OSes can make you "master of none", especially with the pace of open source development.

Ahh... the AAA games. The games I am told are the best because reasons. If you can't play the AAA games you aren't really gaming.

You say you don't have a bias and then finish off by saying you are biased against Linux because it only has certain games. You only like games that are "great" because they hold an imaginary title of AAA.

I admit I am biased towards gaming on Linux. The main reason being I don't like being forced to purchase and upgrade to a slightly different OS to receive the "best" gaming experience. A gaming experience that can be had on the older systems but is deliberately crippled by the software. Hooray for Direct X!

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