Brian
Game Tester
Quake 4 Guide
Quake has been an on-going franchise begginning with the first game to be completely developed in 3D. It's popularity grew and now there are several Quake games with focus on single-player and multi-player game types.
ID Software has always released Linux binaries for their games, so Quake 4 has native support in Linux.
Follow my step-by-step guide on installing, configuring and optimizing Quake 4 in Linux.
Note: This guide applies to the Retail version of Quake 4. Other versions may require additional steps.
Download Linux Binaries
Go to: ftp://ftp.idsoftware.com/idstuff/quake4/linux
Right-Click quake4-linux-1.4.2.x86.run
Click "Save link as..."
Navigate to your desktop
Click Save
Installing Binaries with Terminal
When the download is done...
Launch Terminal
Ctrl+Alt+T
Note: There should be a terminal menu item or...
ID Software has always released Linux binaries for their games, so Quake 4 has native support in Linux.
Follow my step-by-step guide on installing, configuring and optimizing Quake 4 in Linux.
Note: This guide applies to the Retail version of Quake 4. Other versions may require additional steps.
Download Linux Binaries
Go to: ftp://ftp.idsoftware.com/idstuff/quake4/linux
Right-Click quake4-linux-1.4.2.x86.run
Click "Save link as..."
Navigate to your desktop
Click Save
Installing Binaries with Terminal
When the download is done...
Launch Terminal
Ctrl+Alt+T
Note: There should be a terminal menu item or...
Sid Meier's Pirates! Guide
Sid Meier's Pirates is an adventurous action strategy game where you pilot your own ship and crew through the dangerous Carribean waters. Fight against the Spanish, English, French and Dutch and plunder the loot from your victory. Dig up treasure, Attack ports, Romance the Governor's daughter and dual with fierce captains.
Follow my step-by-step guide on installing, configuring and optimizing Sid Meier's Pirates in Linux with PlayOnLinux.
Note: This guide applies to the retail version of Sid Meier's Pirates. Other versions may require additional steps.
Tips & Specs:
To learn more about PlayOnLinux and Wine configuration, see the online manual: PlayOnLinux Explained
Mint 16 32-bit
PlayOnLinux: 4.2.2
Wine: 1.5.18
Installing Wine
Click Tools
Select "Manage Wine Versions"
Look for the Wine Versions: 1.5.18...
Follow my step-by-step guide on installing, configuring and optimizing Sid Meier's Pirates in Linux with PlayOnLinux.
Note: This guide applies to the retail version of Sid Meier's Pirates. Other versions may require additional steps.
Tips & Specs:
To learn more about PlayOnLinux and Wine configuration, see the online manual: PlayOnLinux Explained
Mint 16 32-bit
PlayOnLinux: 4.2.2
Wine: 1.5.18
Installing Wine
Click Tools
Select "Manage Wine Versions"
Look for the Wine Versions: 1.5.18...
Helldorado Guide
Helldorado is a squad-based tactical strategy game with attention to detail. You can manage one character at a time or the whole group as they sneak about the enemies playground and take them out.
There won't be any run-n-gun here... take your time, save often, plan your strategy to every minor detail. If you make an error, live are a stake.
Follow my step-by-step guide on installing, configuring and optimizing Helldorado in Linux with PlayOnLinux.
Note: This guide applies to the retail version of Helldorado. Other versions may require additional steps.
Tips & Specs:
To learn more about PlayOnLinux and Wine configuration, see the online manual: PlayOnLinux Explained
Mint 16 32-bit
PlayOnLinux: 4.2.2
Wine: 1.7.10
Installing Wine
Click Tools
Select "Manage Wine Versions"
Look for the Wine Version: 1.7.10
Note...
There won't be any run-n-gun here... take your time, save often, plan your strategy to every minor detail. If you make an error, live are a stake.
Follow my step-by-step guide on installing, configuring and optimizing Helldorado in Linux with PlayOnLinux.
Note: This guide applies to the retail version of Helldorado. Other versions may require additional steps.
Tips & Specs:
To learn more about PlayOnLinux and Wine configuration, see the online manual: PlayOnLinux Explained
Mint 16 32-bit
PlayOnLinux: 4.2.2
Wine: 1.7.10
Installing Wine
Click Tools
Select "Manage Wine Versions"
Look for the Wine Version: 1.7.10
Note...
Two Worlds Guide
Two Worlds is a familiar Lore when it comes to dungeons, dragons and the like. Follow the main storyline or accept side quests from NCP's. Explore an open world ranging from deserts, forests, orient to dungeons and ruins.
Level up, loot your enemies bodies and combine similar weapons to increase their stats. Two Worlds can go on forever, or at least until your patience is exhausted.
Follow my step-by-step guide on installing, configuring and optimizing Two Worlds in Linux with PlayOnLinux.
Note: This guide applies to the Retail version of Two Worlds. Other Steam, Amazon or GOG versions may require additional steps.
Tips & Specs:
To learn more about PlayOnLinux and Wine configuration, see the online manual: PlayOnLinux Explained
Mint 16 32-bit
PlayOnLinux: 4.2.2
Wine: 1.7.10
Installing Wine
Click Tools
Select "Manage Wine Versions"...
Level up, loot your enemies bodies and combine similar weapons to increase their stats. Two Worlds can go on forever, or at least until your patience is exhausted.
Follow my step-by-step guide on installing, configuring and optimizing Two Worlds in Linux with PlayOnLinux.
Note: This guide applies to the Retail version of Two Worlds. Other Steam, Amazon or GOG versions may require additional steps.
Tips & Specs:
To learn more about PlayOnLinux and Wine configuration, see the online manual: PlayOnLinux Explained
Mint 16 32-bit
PlayOnLinux: 4.2.2
Wine: 1.7.10
Installing Wine
Click Tools
Select "Manage Wine Versions"...
Lost Planet: Extreme Condition Guide
Lost Planet: Extreme Condition is one of those Xbox ports to PC by Microsoft, but never seemed to get the attention it deserved. Fight as Alex against an alien bug colony in search of the Green Eye. Fight on foot and in mechs as you battle on an icy cold planet against bug minions and bosses.
Follow my step-by-step guide on installing, configuring and optimizing Lost Planet in Linux with PlayOnLinux.
Note: This guide applies to the Steam version of Lost Planet. Other versions may require additional steps.
Tips & Specs:
Try SteamPlay before using this guide as Valve now uses a fork of Wine called Proton and should run most Windows games.
To learn more about PlayOnLinux and Wine configuration, see the online manual: PlayOnLinux Explained
Mint 16 32-bit
PlayOnLinux: 4.2.2
Wine: 1.7.10-CMST-a632585
Installing Wine
Click Tools
Select...
Follow my step-by-step guide on installing, configuring and optimizing Lost Planet in Linux with PlayOnLinux.
Note: This guide applies to the Steam version of Lost Planet. Other versions may require additional steps.
Tips & Specs:
Try SteamPlay before using this guide as Valve now uses a fork of Wine called Proton and should run most Windows games.
To learn more about PlayOnLinux and Wine configuration, see the online manual: PlayOnLinux Explained
Mint 16 32-bit
PlayOnLinux: 4.2.2
Wine: 1.7.10-CMST-a632585
Installing Wine
Click Tools
Select...
Rage Guide
Rage is ID Software's answer to all the Post-Apocalypse games like Borderlands, Metro 2033, Fallout 3, etc. Play as "Ark Survivor" who awakens in a wasteland and has to fight for survival against bandit, mutants and looting supplies.
Follow my step-by-step guide on installing, configuring and optimizing Rage in Linux with PlayOnLinux.
Note: This guide applies to the Steam version of Rage. Other versions may require additional steps.
Tips & Specs:
Try SteamPlay before using this guide as Valve now uses a fork of Wine called Proton and should run most Windows games.
To learn more about PlayOnLinux and Wine configuration, see the online manual: PlayOnLinux Explained
Mint 16 32-bit
PlayOnLinux: 4.2.2
Wine: 1.7.10
Installing Wine
Click Tools
Select "Manage Wine Versions"
Look for the Wine Version: 1.7.10
Note: Try...
Follow my step-by-step guide on installing, configuring and optimizing Rage in Linux with PlayOnLinux.
Note: This guide applies to the Steam version of Rage. Other versions may require additional steps.
Tips & Specs:
Try SteamPlay before using this guide as Valve now uses a fork of Wine called Proton and should run most Windows games.
To learn more about PlayOnLinux and Wine configuration, see the online manual: PlayOnLinux Explained
Mint 16 32-bit
PlayOnLinux: 4.2.2
Wine: 1.7.10
Installing Wine
Click Tools
Select "Manage Wine Versions"
Look for the Wine Version: 1.7.10
Note: Try...
Medal of Honor: Airborne Guide
Medal of Honor franchise has had a long history of World War II titles in the last 10 years. Starting with Allied Assault and finishing off with Airborne.
Visuals and special effects are beautiful and each of the maps are non-linear. You can choose your own route as the battle moves forward.
Follow my step-by-step guide on installing, configuring and optimizing Medal of Honor: Airborne in Linux with PlayOnLinux.
Note: This guide applies to the Retail version of Medal of Honor: Airborne. Other versions may require additional steps.
Tips & Specs:
To learn more about PlayOnLinux and Wine configuration, see the online manual: PlayOnLinux Explained
Mint 14 32-bit
PlayOnLinux: 4.2.2
Wine: 1.7.8
Installing Wine
Click Tools
Select "Manage Wine Versions"
Look for the Wine Version: 1.7.8
Note: Try using stable Wine...
Visuals and special effects are beautiful and each of the maps are non-linear. You can choose your own route as the battle moves forward.
Follow my step-by-step guide on installing, configuring and optimizing Medal of Honor: Airborne in Linux with PlayOnLinux.
Note: This guide applies to the Retail version of Medal of Honor: Airborne. Other versions may require additional steps.
Tips & Specs:
To learn more about PlayOnLinux and Wine configuration, see the online manual: PlayOnLinux Explained
Mint 14 32-bit
PlayOnLinux: 4.2.2
Wine: 1.7.8
Installing Wine
Click Tools
Select "Manage Wine Versions"
Look for the Wine Version: 1.7.8
Note: Try using stable Wine...
Game of Thrones Guide
Game of Thrones is an action RPG based on the realm from the book and tells a parallel story through the eyes of Alester Sarwyck and Mors Westford. Control your hero in 3rd person and level up, loot, upgrade skills, and follow a thick plot.
Follow my step-by-step guide on installing, configuring and optimizing Game of Thrones in Linux with PlayOnLinux.
Note: This guide applies to the Steam version of Game of Thrones. Other versions may require additional steps.
Tips & Specs:
Try SteamPlay before using this guide as Valve now uses a fork of Wine called Proton and should run most Windows games.
To learn more about PlayOnLinux and Wine configuration, see the online manual: PlayOnLinux Explained
Mint 14 32-bit
PlayOnLinux: 4.2.1
Wine: 1.7.8
Installing Wine
Click Tools
Select "Manage Wine Versions"
Look for the...
Follow my step-by-step guide on installing, configuring and optimizing Game of Thrones in Linux with PlayOnLinux.
Note: This guide applies to the Steam version of Game of Thrones. Other versions may require additional steps.
Tips & Specs:
Try SteamPlay before using this guide as Valve now uses a fork of Wine called Proton and should run most Windows games.
To learn more about PlayOnLinux and Wine configuration, see the online manual: PlayOnLinux Explained
Mint 14 32-bit
PlayOnLinux: 4.2.1
Wine: 1.7.8
Installing Wine
Click Tools
Select "Manage Wine Versions"
Look for the...
Borderlands 2 Guide
Borderlands 2 continues the story of vault hunters pilgrimagging to Pandora. It is superior in every way over Borderlands with a lot more of everything.
More weapons, more upgrades, more beautiful visuals, more enemies, more locations... on and on and on
Follow my step-by-step guide on installing, configuring and optimizing Borderlands in Linux with PlayOnLinux.
Note: This guide applies to the Steam version of Borderlands 2. Other versions may require additional steps.
Tips & Specs
Try SteamPlay before using this guide as Valve now uses a fork of Wine called Proton and should run most Windows games.
To learn more about PlayOnLinux and Wine configuration, see the online manual: PlayOnLinux Explained
Mint 14 32-bit
PlayOnLinux: 4.2.1
Wine: 1.7.8
Installing Wine
Click Tools
Select "Manage Wine Versions"
Look for the...
More weapons, more upgrades, more beautiful visuals, more enemies, more locations... on and on and on
Follow my step-by-step guide on installing, configuring and optimizing Borderlands in Linux with PlayOnLinux.
Note: This guide applies to the Steam version of Borderlands 2. Other versions may require additional steps.
Tips & Specs
Try SteamPlay before using this guide as Valve now uses a fork of Wine called Proton and should run most Windows games.
To learn more about PlayOnLinux and Wine configuration, see the online manual: PlayOnLinux Explained
Mint 14 32-bit
PlayOnLinux: 4.2.1
Wine: 1.7.8
Installing Wine
Click Tools
Select "Manage Wine Versions"
Look for the...
Myst IV: Revelation Guide
The Myst franchise always surprised us with high quality cinematic visuals, interactive puzzles and interesting stories. It has been one of the most loved point-n-click adventures since we first saw Myst in 1993. No directions, no help, just discover the world by clicking and trial-n-error.
As the fourth installment, Myst IV: Revelations continues the story and amazing 360 degree visuals.
Follow my step-by-step guide on installing, configuring and optimizing Myst IV: Revelation in Linux with PlayOnLinux.
Note: This guide applies to the Retail version of Myst IV: Revelation. Other versions may require additional steps.
Tips & Specs:
To learn more about PlayOnLinux and Wine configuration, see the online manual: PlayOnLinux Explained
Mint 14 32-bit
PlayOnLinux: 4.2.1
Wine: 1.7.7
Copy DVD Data
Before we get started it is a good idea to copy all of the...
As the fourth installment, Myst IV: Revelations continues the story and amazing 360 degree visuals.
Follow my step-by-step guide on installing, configuring and optimizing Myst IV: Revelation in Linux with PlayOnLinux.
Note: This guide applies to the Retail version of Myst IV: Revelation. Other versions may require additional steps.
Tips & Specs:
To learn more about PlayOnLinux and Wine configuration, see the online manual: PlayOnLinux Explained
Mint 14 32-bit
PlayOnLinux: 4.2.1
Wine: 1.7.7
Copy DVD Data
Before we get started it is a good idea to copy all of the...
Frontlines: Fuel of War Guide
Frontlines: Fuel of War is a First Person Shooter with full vehicle support and large multi-player maps. It is very similar to the Battlefield franchise and has a single-player story mode.
Most of the weapons included are your typical FPS selection, but there are two radio controlled explosives and stunning special effects that will draw you into the game.
Follow my step-by-step guide on installing, configuring and optimizing Frontlines: Fuel of War in Linux with PlayOnLinux.
Note: This guide applies to the Retail version of Frontlines: Fuel of War. Other versions may require additional steps.
Tips & Specs:
To learn more about PlayOnLinux and Wine configuration, see the online manual: PlayOnLinux Explained
http://www.gamersonlinux.com/forum/forums/playonlinux-explained.25
Mint 14 32-bit
PlayOnLinux: 4.2.1
Wine: 1.7.6
Copy Game Files
Frontlines retail should have two DVD's with critical game files.
PlayOnLinux...
Most of the weapons included are your typical FPS selection, but there are two radio controlled explosives and stunning special effects that will draw you into the game.
Follow my step-by-step guide on installing, configuring and optimizing Frontlines: Fuel of War in Linux with PlayOnLinux.
Note: This guide applies to the Retail version of Frontlines: Fuel of War. Other versions may require additional steps.
Tips & Specs:
To learn more about PlayOnLinux and Wine configuration, see the online manual: PlayOnLinux Explained
http://www.gamersonlinux.com/forum/forums/playonlinux-explained.25
Mint 14 32-bit
PlayOnLinux: 4.2.1
Wine: 1.7.6
Copy Game Files
Frontlines retail should have two DVD's with critical game files.
PlayOnLinux...
TimeShift Guide
TimeShift is more like Half-Life 2 than anything else, but a couple of extra twists...
For one, you can slowdown time, stop time and even reverse time because of your special suit... of course we havn't see that before... wink, wink
TimeShift runs really well in PlayOnLinux and still offers impressive game-play and intense battles with high quality graphics using the Saber 3d Engine.
Follow my step-by-step guide on installing, configuring and optimizing TimeShift in Linux with PlayOnLinux.
Note: This guide applies to the Retail version of TimeShift. Other versions may require additional steps.
Tips & Specs:
To learn more about PlayOnLinux and Wine configuration, see the online manual: PlayOnLinux Explained
Mint 14 32-bit
PlayOnLinux: 4.2.1
Wine: 1.4 or 1.4-rc5-d3d_doublebuffer
Wine Install
Launch PlayOnLinux
Click "Tools"
Select "Manage Wine...
For one, you can slowdown time, stop time and even reverse time because of your special suit... of course we havn't see that before... wink, wink
TimeShift runs really well in PlayOnLinux and still offers impressive game-play and intense battles with high quality graphics using the Saber 3d Engine.
Follow my step-by-step guide on installing, configuring and optimizing TimeShift in Linux with PlayOnLinux.
Note: This guide applies to the Retail version of TimeShift. Other versions may require additional steps.
Tips & Specs:
To learn more about PlayOnLinux and Wine configuration, see the online manual: PlayOnLinux Explained
Mint 14 32-bit
PlayOnLinux: 4.2.1
Wine: 1.4 or 1.4-rc5-d3d_doublebuffer
Wine Install
Launch PlayOnLinux
Click "Tools"
Select "Manage Wine...
Elder Scrolls III: Morrowind Guide
Back in 2002 a third installment of Elder Scrolls was humbly released and the world was introduced to one of the largest RPG worlds ever created called Vvardenfell. As you played Morrowind you found your character exploring vast environments with unique cultures and settings. From dense forests, to swamps, deserts, ice lands and even basaltic mountain ranges. Attention was given to even the smallest details. Every single object in the game has a price, weight and specification attached to it.
Your character can be customized in hundreds of ways as you join guilds, level up, experiment with Alchemy and try out armor and weapons.
Follow my step-by-step guide on installing, configuring and optimizing Morrowind in Linux with PlayOnLinux.
Note: This guide applies to the Retail version of Morrowind GOTY. This includes Bloodmoon and Tribunal expansions. Other versions may require additional steps.
Tips & Specs:
To learn more about PlayOnLinux...
Your character can be customized in hundreds of ways as you join guilds, level up, experiment with Alchemy and try out armor and weapons.
Follow my step-by-step guide on installing, configuring and optimizing Morrowind in Linux with PlayOnLinux.
Note: This guide applies to the Retail version of Morrowind GOTY. This includes Bloodmoon and Tribunal expansions. Other versions may require additional steps.
Tips & Specs:
To learn more about PlayOnLinux...
Flash and Unity Browser Games Guide
Due to Updates in Firefox, Flash and Unity plugins no longer work in PlayOnLinux.
Some games can still run via Pipelight (Uses Wine Staging)
Here is a step-by-step guide on installing Unity via Pipelight: GamersOnLinux
Since Adobe has decided not to support Linux with flash player and there is still a demand for Flash gaming, there is still a way to play your favorite online games with PlayOnLinux.
Facebook game are available again and enjoy any flash game until Flash Player is obsolete when HTML5 is the standard.
Follow my step-by-step guide on installing, configuring and optimizing Flash Player and Unity Player in Linux with PlayOnLinux.
Note: This guide applies to Firefox Adobe Flash Player and Unity Player. I did not test Chrome or Internet Explorer, so they may require additional steps....
Some games can still run via Pipelight (Uses Wine Staging)
Here is a step-by-step guide on installing Unity via Pipelight: GamersOnLinux
Since Adobe has decided not to support Linux with flash player and there is still a demand for Flash gaming, there is still a way to play your favorite online games with PlayOnLinux.
Facebook game are available again and enjoy any flash game until Flash Player is obsolete when HTML5 is the standard.
Follow my step-by-step guide on installing, configuring and optimizing Flash Player and Unity Player in Linux with PlayOnLinux.
Note: This guide applies to Firefox Adobe Flash Player and Unity Player. I did not test Chrome or Internet Explorer, so they may require additional steps....