this post was submitted on 05 Jul 2026
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If you're explicitly using WINE to open games in 2026, then you're doing it wrong. Launch the games through Steam and enable Proton in the compatibility settings.
That, or get a more lightweight launcher like Faugus, and select Proton (GE or Cachy flavors might work slightly better for some games)
i know, i've tried. some essential stuff breaks which keeps me from using it. for now i'll use the web version