Brian
Game Tester
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....
Warcraft III Guide
Warcraft III is obvious the third installment of Blizzards original Real-Time Strategy genre. Boasting new 3D graphics, more options, single-player campaign story, and much more...
The installation is simple, it runs great and it doesn't require Battle.net to install. Sometimes having an old DVD makes things quick and easy.
Follow my step-by-step guide on installing, configuring and optimizing Warcraft III in Linux with PlayOnLinux.
Note: This guide applies to the Retail version of Warcraft. Battle.net version 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: 1.7.4
Installing Wine
Click Tools
Select "Manage Wine Versions"
Look for the Wine Version: 1.7.4
Note: Try using stable Wine 1.8 and 1.8-staging...
The installation is simple, it runs great and it doesn't require Battle.net to install. Sometimes having an old DVD makes things quick and easy.
Follow my step-by-step guide on installing, configuring and optimizing Warcraft III in Linux with PlayOnLinux.
Note: This guide applies to the Retail version of Warcraft. Battle.net version 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: 1.7.4
Installing Wine
Click Tools
Select "Manage Wine Versions"
Look for the Wine Version: 1.7.4
Note: Try using stable Wine 1.8 and 1.8-staging...
RAW Realm of the Ancient War Guide
Realms of the Ancient War almost came out of nowhere...
Not widely advertised but a small gem among all the RPG out there. Featuring your standard hack-n-slash, leveling up, armor upgrades and 3 classes to select from... but the amazing feature is the graphics.
Follow my step-by-step guide on installing, configuring and optimizing RAW in Linux with PlayOnLinux.
Note: This guide applies to the Steam version of RAW. 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: 1.7.4
Installing Wine
Click Tools
Select "Manage Wine Versions"
Look for the Wine Version: 1.5.18
Select it
Click...
Not widely advertised but a small gem among all the RPG out there. Featuring your standard hack-n-slash, leveling up, armor upgrades and 3 classes to select from... but the amazing feature is the graphics.
Follow my step-by-step guide on installing, configuring and optimizing RAW in Linux with PlayOnLinux.
Note: This guide applies to the Steam version of RAW. 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: 1.7.4
Installing Wine
Click Tools
Select "Manage Wine Versions"
Look for the Wine Version: 1.5.18
Select it
Click...
Magicka Guide
At first look, Magicka appears to be another run-of-the-mill RPG, but after further investigation you will find an original action game with interesting and demanding strategies.
Your Wizard will have the ability to control 8 elements with the tap of a button. As you tab the power charges up and you can wield amazing destruction on your enemies, but thats not the end of it... You can combine any of the 8 elements to construct your own combination.
Want to shoot boulders of fire?
How about a wall of ice and then electrocute your enemies?
Shield not enough? Try dropping mines bundled with fire.
Are you on fire? Put yourself out with water....
The possibilities are endless... not to mention the physics engine is amazing!
Follow my step-by-step guide on installing, configuring and optimizing Magicka in Linux with PlayOnLinux.
Note: This guide applies to the Steam version of Magicka. Other versions may require additional steps.
Tips & Specs...
Your Wizard will have the ability to control 8 elements with the tap of a button. As you tab the power charges up and you can wield amazing destruction on your enemies, but thats not the end of it... You can combine any of the 8 elements to construct your own combination.
Want to shoot boulders of fire?
How about a wall of ice and then electrocute your enemies?
Shield not enough? Try dropping mines bundled with fire.
Are you on fire? Put yourself out with water....
The possibilities are endless... not to mention the physics engine is amazing!
Follow my step-by-step guide on installing, configuring and optimizing Magicka in Linux with PlayOnLinux.
Note: This guide applies to the Steam version of Magicka. Other versions may require additional steps.
Tips & Specs...
Neverwinter Nights 2 Guide
If you have played any RPG that follows the Lore of Dungeons and Dragons, you already know what to expect from it. Neverwinter Nights is another D&D Role Playing Game with team tactics and individual control for each character in your team.
The graphical engine has been highly upgraded since the first Neverwinter Nights and so has all of the game capabilities. A lot functionality from the original still exist, but Neverwinter Nights 2 is even more immersive.
Follow my step-by-step guide on installing, configuring and optimizing Neverwinter Nights 2 in Linux with PlayOnLinux.
Note: This guide applies to the Steam version of Neverwinter Nights 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...
The graphical engine has been highly upgraded since the first Neverwinter Nights and so has all of the game capabilities. A lot functionality from the original still exist, but Neverwinter Nights 2 is even more immersive.
Follow my step-by-step guide on installing, configuring and optimizing Neverwinter Nights 2 in Linux with PlayOnLinux.
Note: This guide applies to the Steam version of Neverwinter Nights 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...
Assassin's Creed 2 Guide
Assassin's Creed II moves from Israel to Italy where we control Ezio Auditore da Firenze. As a young assassin, he learns of his ancestor Altaïr ibn-La'Ahad's and follows in his footsteps.
Climb almost any structure in Florence, perform stealthy kills, run-n-hide from guards, ride horses, explore and complete quests.
Follow my step-by-step guide on installing, configuring and optimizing Assassin's Creed II in Linux with PlayOnLinux.
Note: This guide applies to the Retail & Uplay version of Assassin's Creed II. 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 17 64-bit
PlayOnLinux: 4.2.5
Wine: 1.7.26
Wine Installation
Click Tools
Select "Manage Wine Versions"
Look for the Wine...
Climb almost any structure in Florence, perform stealthy kills, run-n-hide from guards, ride horses, explore and complete quests.
Follow my step-by-step guide on installing, configuring and optimizing Assassin's Creed II in Linux with PlayOnLinux.
Note: This guide applies to the Retail & Uplay version of Assassin's Creed II. 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 17 64-bit
PlayOnLinux: 4.2.5
Wine: 1.7.26
Wine Installation
Click Tools
Select "Manage Wine Versions"
Look for the Wine...
The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Guide
Skyrim is 5th series of the epic saga known as The Elder Scrolls. Famous for the first person shooter and open-world view, Skyrim continues the Role Playing genre retaining all the favorite aspects of Morrowind and Oblivion while introducing a bunch of new features.
New classes, new guilds, new civilizations, new state-of-the-art graphics and...
wait for it...
Dragons!
Follow my step-by-step guide on installing, configuring and optimizing Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim in Linux with PlayOnLinux.
Note: This guide applies to the Steam version of Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim
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 17 64-bit...
STALKER Call of Pripyat Guide
STALKER Call of Pripyat is a sequel to STALKER Shadow of Chernobyl and expands on the adventure into the Zone. Not only are the graphics more detailed, but there are larger maps, more mutants, more quests and more accessories. If you were thrilled with the first STALKER, you will like Call of Pripyat even more!
Prepare to go further into the Zone and find some interesting artifacts while surviving against the elements and mutants.
Follow my step-by-step guide on installing, configuring and optimizing STALKER Call of Pripyat in Linux with PlayOnLinux.
Note: This guide applies to the retail version of STALKER Call of Pripyat. 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: 1.7.1
Installing Wine
Click...
Prepare to go further into the Zone and find some interesting artifacts while surviving against the elements and mutants.
Follow my step-by-step guide on installing, configuring and optimizing STALKER Call of Pripyat in Linux with PlayOnLinux.
Note: This guide applies to the retail version of STALKER Call of Pripyat. 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: 1.7.1
Installing Wine
Click...
Titan Quest Guide
Titan Quest has become one of my all time favorite Role Playing Games. I kinda stumbled on it and found a hidden gem.
Displaying a mysterious Greek Mythological theme, Titan Quest has everything... exploration, leveling up, melee & projectile attacks, magic & special abilities. Not to mention the monsters and enemies are unique and very fun to kill.
Titan Quest runs very well in PlayOnLinux with high resolutions and crisp colorful graphics.
Follow my step-by-step guide on installing, configuring and optimizing Titan Quest in Linux with PlayOnLinux.
Titan Quest Anniversary Guide Here
Note: This guide applies to the Retail version of Titan Quest. Other versions may require additional steps.
Tips & Specs
To learn more about PlayOnLinux and Wine configuration, see the online manual...
Displaying a mysterious Greek Mythological theme, Titan Quest has everything... exploration, leveling up, melee & projectile attacks, magic & special abilities. Not to mention the monsters and enemies are unique and very fun to kill.
Titan Quest runs very well in PlayOnLinux with high resolutions and crisp colorful graphics.
Follow my step-by-step guide on installing, configuring and optimizing Titan Quest in Linux with PlayOnLinux.
Titan Quest Anniversary Guide Here
Note: This guide applies to the Retail version of Titan Quest. Other versions may require additional steps.
Tips & Specs
To learn more about PlayOnLinux and Wine configuration, see the online manual...
Crysis 2 Guide
There is no better place for violent alien occupancy than New York its self. In Crysis 2 you play as a Naval soldier called Alcatraz, but as your ship is captized and destroyed you find yourself on a beach at the feet of Prophet.
Prophets days are done and he is handing all responsibilities over to you.
Follow my step-by-step guide on installing, configuring and optimizing Crysis 2 in Linux with PlayOnLinux.
Note: This guide applies to the Steam version of Crysis 2. 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: 1.7.8-d3d_doublebuffer
Wine Install
Launch PlayOnLinux
Click Tools
Select "Manage Wine Versions"
Look for the Wine Version: 1.7.8-d3d_doublebuffer
Select it...
Prophets days are done and he is handing all responsibilities over to you.
Follow my step-by-step guide on installing, configuring and optimizing Crysis 2 in Linux with PlayOnLinux.
Note: This guide applies to the Steam version of Crysis 2. 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: 1.7.8-d3d_doublebuffer
Wine Install
Launch PlayOnLinux
Click Tools
Select "Manage Wine Versions"
Look for the Wine Version: 1.7.8-d3d_doublebuffer
Select it...
C&C: Red Alert 3 Uprising Guide
The Command and Conquer RTS games started in 1995. The First title was Command & Conquer. Shortly afterwards another version Red Alert was released. Both games are God View and require base building and resource mangement. Command & Conquer are based on Sci-Fi and Red Alert is a sort of alternative history.
Command & Conquer is the Global Defense Initiative vs. the Brotherhood of NOD.
Both versions got updates and expansions. Up to and include Command & Conquer 4 and Red Alert 3. Also in the Command & Conquer series is Generals. Generals is a more realistic near future game played much the same way as Command & Conquer and Red Alert.
Last release date for any of these titles was around 2010 with the exception of C&C Tiberian Alliances that was released for free in 2013.
Follow my step-by-step guide on installing, configuring and optimizing C&C: Red Alert Uprising in Linux with PlayOnLinux.
Note: This guide applies to the Steam version of C&C...
Command & Conquer is the Global Defense Initiative vs. the Brotherhood of NOD.
Both versions got updates and expansions. Up to and include Command & Conquer 4 and Red Alert 3. Also in the Command & Conquer series is Generals. Generals is a more realistic near future game played much the same way as Command & Conquer and Red Alert.
Last release date for any of these titles was around 2010 with the exception of C&C Tiberian Alliances that was released for free in 2013.
Follow my step-by-step guide on installing, configuring and optimizing C&C: Red Alert Uprising in Linux with PlayOnLinux.
Note: This guide applies to the Steam version of C&C...