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Dead Lab is a short indie project by Fractured Games Inc where you play as Sam in an experimental lab where everything has gone wrong. You are awakened in a lab dormitory by a voice on the radio. You must reach the top level at all cost, find weapons, use physics and keep your cool.



Follow my step-by-step guide on installing, configuring and optimizing Dead Lab 2.0 in Linux with PlayOnLinux.

Note: This guide applies to the GameJolt version of Dead Lab 2.0. Other versions may require additional steps.

Tips & Specs:

To learn more about PlayOnLinux and Wine configuration, see the online manual: PlayOnLinux Explained

Mint 19 64-bit
PlayOnLinux: 4.3.4
Wine: 4.0.2
DXVK: 1.4.2

Wine Installation

Click Tools
Select "Manage Wine Versions"



Look for the Wine Version: 4.0.2
Select it
Click the...

Drunk Fu: Wasted Masters is a physics-based brawler fighting game. You never really have full control of your character which makes a unique fighting experience as he stumbles across the level picking up any item in range and smashing it against the other players. This is the heart of Drunk Fu!



Follow my step-by-step guide on installing, configuring and optimizing runk Fu: Wasted Masters demo in Linux with PlayOnLinux.

Note: This guide applies to the itch.io version of runk Fu: Wasted Masters demo. Other versions may require additional steps.

Tips & Specs:

To learn more about PlayOnLinux and Wine configuration, see the online manual: PlayOnLinux Explained

Mint 19 64-bit
PlayOnLinux: 4.3.4
Wine: 4.0.2

Wine Installation

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Select "Manage Wine Versions"



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Elite Force is a sci-fi wave-based First Person Shooter. Upgrade your weapons, abilities and protect your based from waves of enemies and a boss. Developed by Fractured Games, but as far as I can tell it is no longer under development.



Follow my step-by-step guide on installing, configuring and optimizing Elite Force in Linux with PlayOnLinux.

Note: This guide applies to the MajorGeeks version of Elite Force. Other versions may require additional steps.

Tips & Specs:

To learn more about PlayOnLinux and Wine configuration, see the online manual: PlayOnLinux Explained

Mint 19 64-bit
PlayOnLinux: 4.3.4
Wine: 4.0.2

Wine Installation

Click Tools
Select "Manage Wine Versions"



Look for the Wine Version: 4.0.2
Select it
Click the arrow pointing to the right

...

Far Cry 2 takes place in Central Africa during the civil war. Your mission is to find and kill The Jakal who is selling arms to both sides. Explore beautiful desert and jungle environments on the land and rivers. Take out mercenaries, find diamonds and set fire to a completely destructible world.

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Follow my step-by-step guide on installing, configuring and optimizing Far Cry 2 Fortunes Edition in Linux with PlayOnLinux.

Note: This guide applies to the GOG version of Far Cry 2 Fortunes Edition. Other versions may require additional steps.

Tips & Specs:

To learn more about PlayOnLinux and Wine configuration, see the online manual: PlayOnLinux Explained

Mint 19 64-bit
PlayOnLinux: 4.3.4
Wine: 4.0.2
DXVK: 1.3.3

Wine Installation

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Select "Manage Wine Versions"



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Shipping Out is a mystery friendship adventure where you create your family and explore the town of McGuire. Your family is always on-the-run and this is yet another new town, new home and new school for you to begin life. But for how long?



Follow my step-by-step guide on installing, configuring and optimizing Shipping Out in Linux with PlayOnLinux.

Note: This guide applies to the itch.io version of Shipping Out. Other versions may require additional steps.

Tips & Specs:

To learn more about PlayOnLinux and Wine configuration, see the online manual: PlayOnLinux Explained

Mint 19 64-bit
PlayOnLinux: 4.3.4
Wine: 4.0.2
DXVK: 1.3.3

Wine Installation

Click Tools
Select "Manage Wine Versions"



Look for the Wine Version: 4.0.2
Select it
Click the arrow pointing to the right...

Dude Simulator is a sandbox free roam FPS where you can interact with just about anything in the game. You actually have objectives, but who follows those anyways? Mess with the dudes by commanding them to follow and watch them trip over eachother... or kill them, make them angry, pee on them or just do stupid things that dudes love to do. It never gets old!



Follow my step-by-step guide on installing, configuring and optimizing Dude Simulator 3 in Linux with PlayOnLinux.

Note: This guide applies to the free itch.io version of Dude Simulator 3. Other versions may require additional steps.

Tips & Specs:

To learn more about PlayOnLinux and Wine configuration, see the online manual: PlayOnLinux Explained

Mint 19 64-bit
PlayOnLinux: 4.3.4
Wine: 4.0.2

Wine Installation

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Select "Manage Wine Versions"...

Tower 57 is an 8-bit 80s twin-stick inspired action game! Every object in the game is destructible and you have 3 swappable character to slay all the baddies. Every level is designed with co-op in-mind and it shows... Tower 57 is a lot of fun and quite a challenge!



Follow my step-by-step guide on installing, configuring and optimizing Tower 57 in Linux with PlayOnLinux.

Note: This guide applies to the GOG version of Tower 57. Other versions may require additional steps.

Tips & Specs:

To learn more about PlayOnLinux and Wine configuration, see the online manual: PlayOnLinux Explained

Mint 19 64-bit
PlayOnLinux: 4.3.4
Wine: 4.0.2

Wine Installation

Click Tools
Select "Manage Wine Versions"



Look for the Wine Version: 4.0.2
Select it
Click the arrow pointing to the right...

Kuara demo is a clever low-poly action tower-defense real-time-strategy game. You can equip your character with mech-ish weaponry and attack the enemy bases before they attack yours. Wave after wave defend your base, or obliterate theirs with projectile weapons from your three unique mechs.



Follow my step-by-step guide on installing, configuring and optimizing Kuara Demo in Linux with PlayOnLinux.

Note: This guide applies to the itch.io version of Kuara Demo. Other versions may require additional steps.

Tips & Specs:

To learn more about PlayOnLinux and Wine configuration, see the online manual: PlayOnLinux Explained

Mint 19 64-bit
PlayOnLinux: 4.3.4
Wine: 4.11-staging

Wine Installation

Click Tools
Select "Manage Wine Versions"



Look for the Wine Version: 4.11-staging
Select it
Click...

Wild Woods demo is a cooperative 3rd person action game where your clan of 4 animals guide the caravan through dangerous forests. Collect wood and health to stay alive when it gets dark, because when the light is gone, the enemies come to take all of your goods... and your life!



Follow my step-by-step guide on installing, configuring and optimizing Wild Woods demo in Linux with PlayOnLinux.

Note: This guide applies to the itch.io version of Wild Woods demo. Other versions may require additional steps.

Tips & Specs:

To learn more about PlayOnLinux and Wine configuration, see the online manual: PlayOnLinux Explained

Mint 19 64-bit
PlayOnLinux: 4.3.4
Wine: 4.11-staging 64-bit
DXVK: 1.3.1

Wine Installation

Click Tools
Select "Manage Wine Versions"



Look for the Wine Version...

Afterlife Arcade is a FPS wave-based action game created by 5 students as an 8-week project. Gain tickets by slaying waves of zombies to continue into the next area of the arcade or purchase upgrades.



Follow my step-by-step guide on installing, configuring and optimizing Afterlife Arcade in Linux with PlayOnLinux.

Note: This guide applies to the itch.io version of Afterlife Arcade. Other versions may require additional steps.

Tips & Specs:

To learn more about PlayOnLinux and Wine configuration, see the online manual: PlayOnLinux Explained

Mint 19 64-bit
PlayOnLinux: 4.3.4
Wine: 4.0 64-bit
DXVK: 1.3.1

Wine Installation

Click Tools

Select "Manage Wine Versions"


Look for the Wine Version: 4.0
Select it
Click the arrow pointing to the right



Click Next...

Routine Feat is a trial of monotonous tasks where you try to live through each day without meaning. Wake up, eat breakfast, go to work, go to bed and do it all over again... Is there a way out? What is the meaning of it all?



Follow my step-by-step guide on installing, configuring and optimizing Routine Feat in Linux with PlayOnLinux.

Note: This guide applies to the Itch.io version of Routine Feat. Other versions may require additional steps.

Tips & Specs:

To learn more about PlayOnLinux and Wine configuration, see the online manual: PlayOnLinux Explained

Mint 19 64-bit
PlayOnLinux: 4.3.4
Wine: 4.0 64-bit

Wine Installation

Click Tools
Select "Manage Wine Versions"



Look for the Wine Version: 4.0
Select it
Click the arrow pointing to the right



Click Next...

A lot of developers are cringing at the thought of supporting another Operating System that has hundreds of releases and versions.

https://gradyvuckovic.gitlab.io/linux-game-shipping-guide/

Before you write Linux off completely, read up on the possibilities and benefits of investing the time to port your game to Linux!

The Wild Eight is a Wilderness Survival in the frozen forests of Alaska. Your plane has crashed and you wake up with absolutely nothing. Learn to craft tools using the environment and to make shelter before you freeze to death.



Follow my step-by-step guide on installing, configuring and optimizing The Wild Eight in Linux with PlayOnLinux.

Note: This guide applies to the Itch.io Demo version of The Wild Eight. Other versions may require additional steps.

Tips & Specs:

To learn more about PlayOnLinux and Wine configuration, see the online manual: PlayOnLinux Explained

Mint 19 64-bit
PlayOnLinux: 4.3.4
Wine: 4.11-staging 64-bit
DXVK: 1.2.3

Wine Installation

Click Tools
Select "Manage Wine Versions"



Look for the Wine Version: 4.11-staging
Select it
Click the arrow pointing to the...

One Hand Clapping is a clever puzzle game that uses your voice to solve puzzles and progress. You can hum, sing or whistle and match the notes for each puzzle.



Follow my step-by-step guide on installing, configuring and optimizing One Hand Clapping in Linux with PlayOnLinux.

Note: This guide applies to the itch.io demo version of One Hand Clapping. Other versions may require additional steps.

Tips & Specs:

To learn more about PlayOnLinux and Wine configuration, see the online manual: PlayOnLinux Explained

Mint 19 64-bit
PlayOnLinux: 4.3.4
Wine: 4.0
DXVK: 1.2.3

Wine Installation

Click Tools
Select "Manage Wine Versions"



Look for the Wine Version: 4.0
Select it
Click the arrow pointing to the right



Click Next

Downloading Wine...

Goblin Cruncher is a 3rd person melee action low-poly dungeon game. There is no sneaking here... slice-n-dice goblins with different melee weapons and use your magic grappling hook to swing across large fissures and lava pits. And yes... of course there is a boss at the end.



Follow my step-by-step guide on installing, configuring and optimizing Goblin Cruncher in Linux with PlayOnLinux.

Note: This guide applies to the Itch.io version of Goblin Cruncher. Other versions may require additional steps.

Tips & Specs:

To learn more about PlayOnLinux and Wine configuration, see the online manual: PlayOnLinux Explained

Mint 19 64-bit
PlayOnLinux: 4.3.4
Wine: 4.0

Wine Installation

Click Tools
Select "Manage Wine Versions"



Look for the Wine Version: 4.0
Select it
Click the arrow pointing to...

Play as a simple Mechanic thrown into an alien frenzy as all hell breaks loose! Shadowgrounds is a combat action game with a huge arsenal of weapons, upgrades, destructible environments and top-down action.



Follow my step-by-step guide on installing, configuring and optimizing Shadowgrounds in Linux with PlayOnLinux.

Note: This guide applies to the GOG version of Shadowgrounds. Other versions may require additional steps.

Tips & Specs:

To learn more about PlayOnLinux and Wine configuration, see the online manual: PlayOnLinux Explained

Mint 19 64-bit
PlayOnLinux: 4.3.4
Wine: 4.0

Wine Installation

Click Tools
Select "Manage Wine Versions"



Look for the Wine Version: 4.0
Select it
Click the arrow pointing to the right



Click Next

Downloading Wine...

Obduction is the latest game from Cyan the makers of Myst series. This fantasy exploration world is full of interactive puzzles and clever surprises. Enjoy the beautiful scenery made with Unreal Engine and discover why you are on this mysterious planet.



Follow my step-by-step guide on installing, configuring and optimizing Obduction in Linux with PlayOnLinux.

Note: This guide applies to the GOG version of Obduction. Other versions may require additional steps.

Tips & Specs:

To learn more about PlayOnLinux and Wine configuration, see the online manual: PlayOnLinux Explained

Mint 19 64-bit
PlayOnLinux: 4.3.4
Wine: 4.0
DXVK: 1.2

Wine Installation

Click Tools
Select "Manage Wine Versions"



Look for the Wine Version: 4.0
Select it
Click the arrow pointing to the right...

Enderal is a total conversion of Skyrim where the entire handcrafted world and experience will blow you away. New classes, weapons, open-world, story and much much more... If you thought Skyrim was huge, wait until you explore the world of Enderal Forgotten Stories.



Follow my step-by-step guide on installing, configuring and optimizing Enderal Forgotten Stories in Linux with PlayOnLinux.

Note: This guide applies to the Steam version of Enderal Forgotten Stories. Other versions may require additional steps.

Tips & Specs:

To learn more about PlayOnLinux and Wine configuration, see the online manual: PlayOnLinux Explained

Mint 19 64-bit
PlayOnLinux: 4.3.4
Wine: 4.0 64-bit
DXVK: 1.2 64-bit

Wine Installation

Click Tools
Select "Manage Wine Versions"



Look for the Wine Version: 4.0...

Garden Paws demo is a cute crafting, trading and exploration game where you play as a small animal in a beautiful relaxing toon world. Explore to find seeds, plants, rocks, wood and many other items to craft and sell to other characters. The full version boasts multi-player, fishing and many more features.



Follow my step-by-step guide on installing, configuring and optimizing Garden Paws in Linux with PlayOnLinux.

Note: This guide applies to the Itch.io version of Garden Paws. Other versions may require additional steps.

Tips & Specs:

To learn more about PlayOnLinux and Wine configuration, see the online manual: PlayOnLinux Explained

Mint 19 64-bit
PlayOnLinux: 4.3.4
Wine: 4.0

Wine Installation

Click Tools
Select "Manage Wine Versions"



Look for the Wine Version: 4.0
Select it
Click...

Pathologic is an open world mystery survival exploration action game where you need help from an investigator, a Ripper and a eccentric girl with mystical healing abilities. Explore a plaque-ridden town and solve mysterious murders in an emotional psychological first person survival cult-classic.



Follow my step-by-step guide on installing, configuring and optimizing Pathologic HD in Linux with PlayOnLinux.

Note: This guide applies to the GOG version of Pathologic HD. Other versions may require additional steps.

Tips & Specs:

To learn more about PlayOnLinux and Wine configuration, see the online manual: PlayOnLinux Explained

Mint 19 64-bit
PlayOnLinux: 4.3.4
Wine: 4.0

Wine Installation

Click Tools
Select "Manage Wine Versions"



Look for the Wine Version: 4.0
Select it
Click the arrow...