Introduction
Steam has revolutionized the way we consume video games, and its arrival on Linux marked an important milestone for the free software community. Although initially the platform was centered on Windows, Valve invested significant resources to bring its ecosystem to Linux‑based systems, allowing millions of users to enjoy their libraries without depending on proprietary systems.
In this article we will explore the history of Steam on Linux, the steps to install it on the most popular distributions, how to configure Proton to run Windows titles, and we will offer performance tips and a list of essential games that run natively.
Brief history of Steam on Linux
Valve’s first official announcement of its interest in Linux came in 201