proton 11

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Proton 11 is Valve's compatibility layer that enables Windows games to run on Linux. The Proton 11.0-Beta1 release introduces ARM64 support, allowing Steam to run on ARM-based Linux devices. This development could impact handheld gaming devices from manufacturers like Retroid, AYN, and Ayaneo, and aligns with Valve's broader strategy for an Arm-based SteamOS future. Discussions on WindowsForum cover the technical implications and potential for Steam on ARM hardware.
  1. Proton 11.0 Beta1 Adds ARM64: Steam’s Next Platform Breakthrough

    Valve’s Proton 11.0-Beta1 is more than a routine compatibility refresh. Buried inside the beta is support for ARM64 Linux devices, and that seemingly small change could reshape where Steam runs next. Early demos already show the Steam UI launching on a Nintendo Switch running Linux, while...