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It's time for the time-worn question. Which Linux should I choose?

I have experience running Ubuntu both as an install and through WSL, and I've been in charge of multiple Linux servers, one RedHat and a few Ubuntu. So I'm not afraid of some fiddling. Though I will say, I'd like it to just work most of the time. That's why I'm here.

Typical use case for my computer is I have a ~40" ancient TV and a ~22" monitor to the side. I often put videos or something on the small monitor and play games on the TV. Most of my games are FitGirl repacks or otherwise from the seas. I know Linux gaming has come a long way, but would this be an issue? Also, I like that I can turn the second monitor on and off easily through the UI with WinKey + P.

Aside from that, anything can do what I want it to. I dabble with some programming here and there, etc.

Thanks in advance for your input. I'm honestly just tired and don't feel like doing all the research myself at the moment.

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[-] isame@hexbear.net 1 points 18 hours ago* (last edited 18 hours ago)

I did the thing! I installed Mint. After looking at my files and backing up what I needed (not much), I just nuked everything.

I have to jump through some hoops with Steam support because I lost access to the phone with my Steam Guard long ago. Not the fault of this install obviously.

After some fiddling with Bottles to run patch executables, figuring out how to give it access to my other drives, and running the game in Lutris, I got Ostranauts running. Getting my save into the right location was some trial and error, but it loaded. Everything runs smoothly.

I'll try for Grounded 2 after I get paid, as I'll probably pay for that one and get it through Steam.

Thanks for the input everyone! Everything is so fast and snappy, and, aside from getting rid of a lot of files I don't use, all the extra space Windows uses is now all mine! muahaha!

this post was submitted on 16 Aug 2025

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