Linux gaming has been going through a slow but sure buildup. Call me delulu, but I think the platform could one day become the go-to instead of the AI-ridden Windows. I say that so confidently because Linux's market share has remained over 3% for 3 months in a row on Steam.
And the news discussed below only strengthens my outlook on the situation. 🤓
Something for Linux Gamers
Is this a good time to announce that we are working on the Linux version of Opera GX? https://t.co/mAE6nqoGiV
— Opera GX (@operagxofficial) January 14, 2026
Taking a dig at Microsoft's plans to shove Copilot into File Explorer, Opera has announced that they are working on a native Linux version of their gaming-focused Opera GX web browser.
On platforms like Windows and macOS, it offers interesting features such as GX Control, which lets you set hard limits on how much CPU, RAM, and network bandwidth the browser can use.
It also has integrated Discord and Twitch in the sidebar, a music player that connects to Spotify, Apple Music, and YouTube Music, plus GX Corner for timely updates on free game deals and release calendars.
Plus, there's a lot of customization potential thanks to custom themes, keyboard sound effects, Razer Chroma RGB integration, and community-made mods.
What's in Store?
If I had to guess, gamers on Linux should expect good compatibility with GNOME and KDE-based Linux distributions, especially the gaming-focused ones like Nobara Linux and Bazzite.
Browser-based notifications should work too, and Opera GX's battery saver feature will probably be useful for laptop users.
But, before you get all hyped up, you should know that the Opera folks mention a Q1 2026 release, but there's no date mentioned. I have reached out to Opera for more details and will update this article with additional information.
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