The ugly truth about choosing a Linux Distro for Gaming

Описание: Game footage is Windrose.

This is one of the most common questions new Linux gamers ask. Everyone wants the safest choice, the best performance, and the smoothest experience.

But the truth is: there is no single best Linux distro for gaming.

In this video, I explain why the question itself is misleading — and help you choose the right Linux distro based on YOUR goals, experience level, and how much control you want.

We cover popular Linux gaming distros including:

• Nobara – gaming-ready out of the box
• Bazzite – stable, console-like experience
• Arch Linux – complete control and customization
• CachyOS – performance-focused Arch-based distro
• Fedora – stable, flexible middle ground

We also talk about anti-cheat limitations, dual booting, and what actually matters when choosing a Linux gaming system.

Whether you're switching from Windows or just curious about Linux gaming, this guide will help you make the right choice.

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00:00 Best Linux Distro for Gaming Explained
00:13 The Truth About Linux Gaming Distros
00:24 Can Any Linux Distro Run Games?
00:38 Anti-Cheat and Linux Limitations
00:56 Dual Booting Windows and Linux
01:15 How to Choose a Gaming Distro
01:21 Nobara Linux Gaming Overview
01:41 Bazzite Linux Gaming Overview
02:01 Arch Linux Gaming Explained
02:16 CachyOS Gaming Performance
02:32 Fedora Linux for Gaming
02:53 What Actually Matters Most
03:04 Best Linux Distro Based on Your Needs
03:30 Linux Gaming Final Advice
03:45 Outro

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