If I want to play Windows Steam games on Linux which Steam should I install

[tuxedo]

Hi,

If I want to play Windows Steam games on Linux should I install Steam runtime or Steam native?

I’ve already installed Steam runtime using Garuda Gaming Assistant and I can’t get Assassin’s Creed 2 to work even though it’s ranked Gold on protondb

[MagDux]

Hi,

it usually does not matter whether you use runtime or native. One used dependencies shipped with Steam, the other one relies on what is installed on your system. Most issues you have with running Windows games on Linux are unrelated to this.

What exactly is the issue with AC2?

For games that are not approved for Steam Deck, you must configure Steam to run them through Proton anyway. In the top menu, go to Steam → Settings → Compatibility and activate “Enable Steam Play for all other titles”.

With this option set, choose “Proton Experimental” in the drop-down below. This should work in most cases, but can be customized per-game in the game’s property menu.

Edit: Recent posts on ProtonDB suggest using proton-ge. If the setup above does not work you could try this. You can install proton-ge through RANI, then enable it in the game properties instead of Proton Experimental.

[Duke187]

Hi

i run the runtime version on my Garuda

se here the post

Why are there 2 Steam launchers?

Answer

One uses steams own libraries, the other one system native ones. This might result in a performance boost for example if system binaries are newer. However it possibly creates compatibility issues resulting in game crashes. Keep that in mind when using the native launcher.

I found it here in the Forum .

Garuda Linux General FAQ

This is the official thread for our FAQ, please look here for answers prior to creating a new thread. New questions will be added gradually. [garuda-wp-dessert-01] What are the first steps after installing Garuda Linux? Answer What is a "Barebones" or "Lite" edition? Answer Which version is recommended for me? Answer Can I switch versions without reinstalling? Answer Where can I get support specific to the BlackArch tools? Answer My screen looks dark and yellow colored? Answer Wh…

you also can check if you have Overlay enabled or not to try if it helps . MagDux responded well to it

Did you try other Launcher like Heroic or Lutris?

[Kayo]

@Duke187

you also can check if you have Overlay enabled or not to try if it helps

If you need overlay off, be sure to use this is a game option (if you notice lag spikes) :
LD_PRELOAD="" %command%

Otherwise there might be issues with “lag spikes”. This issue should be fixed soon though. (and not need the workaround game option soon as well)
Upcoming Steam update should fix lag spikes on Linux when the Steam Overlay is disabled | GamingOnLinux