GOG is actively developing native Linux support for its Galaxy desktop client, signaling a move to cater to the growing Linux presence in PC gaming, according to multiple reports. The company's plans were revealed in response to a Reddit AMA, though a specific release date has not yet been announced.
The Verge reported that GOG recently posted a job listing for a senior software engineer specifically to work on porting the Galaxy client to Linux. This confirms the company's commitment to the project. While details are still scarce, the news indicates GOG's recognition of Linux's increasing importance in the gaming landscape.
This development comes as the climbing simulator "Cairn" focuses on realistic resource management, and WordPress has launched a Claude connector for data analysis with Anthropic's chatbot, according to multiple sources. Additionally, the critically acclaimed video game series Baldur's Gate is being adapted into a TV show by Craig Mazin, known for HBO's "The Last of Us" adaptation, as reported by the BBC. The series will pick up after the events of Baldur's Gate 3, utilizing the game's lore but featuring new storylines, though without direct involvement from the game's developer, Larian Studios.
The Verge's weekend editor, Terrence O'Brien, who has over 18 years of experience, including 10 years as managing editor at Engadget, also shared his recent experience with Linux, stating, "I need an OS, not another hobby." This comment reflects the challenges some users face when using Linux.
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