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'''Linux''' (called '''GNU/Linux''' by some due to its [http://www.tldp.org/LDP/sag/html/sag.html#GNU-OR-NOT GNU origins]) is a free and open-source operating system which can run on many different hardware architectures, such as [[PC]]s, [[GameCube]]s, and [[Xbox]]es.
'''Linux''' (called '''GNU/Linux''' by some due to its [http://www.tldp.org/LDP/sag/html/sag.html#GNU-OR-NOT GNU origins]) is a free and open-source operating system which can run on many different hardware configurations and architectures, such as x86, ARM, MIPS [[PC]]s, [[GameCube]]s, and [[Xbox]]es.


Because of the dominance of [[:Category:Windows|Microsoft Windows]] in the PC market very few commercial games are released for Linux, although some developers actively support it alongside Windows (such as [[Epic Games]]); as a result, most or all of their titles have Linux support. Rather than releasing separate Linux retail packages, compatible titles include a Linux installer along with the Windows version or offer it as a separate download on the game's website. Support is noted by showing [[wp:Tux|Tux]] (the Linux mascot) on the website or the back of the box.
Because of the dominance of [[Microsoft Windows]] in the PC market very few commercial games are released for Linux, although some developers actively support it alongside Windows (such as [[Valve]]); as a result, most or all of their titles have Linux support. Rather than releasing separate Linux retail packages, compatible titles include a Linux installer along with the Windows version or offer it as a separate download on the game's website. Support is noted by showing [[wp:Tux|Tux]] (the Linux mascot) on the website or the back of the box.
 
In addition to commercial releases, Linux gamers also have access to a wide selection of free and open-source games (such as [[NetHack]] and [[Lincity]]). Many Windows games can now be played on Linux using [http://www.winehq.org Wine] or its forks [http://github.com/ValveSoftware/Proton Proton] [http://www.codeweavers.com/products/cxgames/ CrossOver Games] and [http://www.cedega.com Cedega], and most [[MS-DOS]] games can be played using [[DOSBox]].


In addition to commercial releases, Linux gamers also have access to a wide selection of free and open-source games (such as [[NetHack]] and [[Lincity]]). Many Windows games can now be played on Linux using [http://www.winehq.org Wine] or its forks [http://www.codeweavers.com/products/cxgames/ CrossOver Games] and [http://www.cedega.com Cedega], and most [[MS-DOS]] games can be played using [[DOSBox]].
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Linux
The console image for Linux.
ManufacturerVarious
Released1991
Total Gamesunknown (308 present)
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Linux (called GNU/Linux by some due to its GNU origins) is a free and open-source operating system which can run on many different hardware configurations and architectures, such as x86, ARM, MIPS PCs, GameCubes, and Xboxes.

Because of the dominance of Microsoft Windows in the PC market very few commercial games are released for Linux, although some developers actively support it alongside Windows (such as Valve); as a result, most or all of their titles have Linux support. Rather than releasing separate Linux retail packages, compatible titles include a Linux installer along with the Windows version or offer it as a separate download on the game's website. Support is noted by showing Tux (the Linux mascot) on the website or the back of the box.

In addition to commercial releases, Linux gamers also have access to a wide selection of free and open-source games (such as NetHack and Lincity). Many Windows games can now be played on Linux using Wine or its forks Proton CrossOver Games and Cedega, and most MS-DOS games can be played using DOSBox.

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