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LINUX DISTROS

Console distros

Game beyond the limits.

Console distros are Linux systems built to run as gaming consoles. They often optimize performance and compatibility so consoles can function beyond gaming.

Dependent on parent
Fedora

Bazzite

Suitable for beginners

Bazzite
  Description  

Bazzite is a Fedora-based Linux distribution designed for gaming and home theater PCs. It provides an out-of-the-box experience with Steam, Lutris, and emulators, while keeping the system updated through atomic, image-based package management.

  Environments  

Plasma

Plasma

SteamGM

SteamGM

GNOME

GNOME

  Default package formats  
rpm
Flatpak
OSTree

Flatpak

.rpm

OSTree

Dependent on parent
Arch Linux

ChimeraOS

Suitable for beginners

ChimeraOS
  Description  

ChimeraOS is an Arch-based Linux distribution that transforms a PC into a console-like system. It boots directly into Steam Big Picture, offering controller-first navigation, gaming-ready optimizations, and automatic updates.

  Environments  

Chimera Shell

Chimera

  Default package formats  
Pacman

Pacman

Dependent on parent
Arch Linux

HoloISO

Suitable for beginners

HoloISO
  Description  

HoloISO is a community-driven Linux distribution that recreates SteamOS 3 for PCs and handhelds. Built on Arch Linux, it delivers the Steam Deck experience, complete with Game Mode, Desktop Mode, and compatibility with Steam, Heroic, and Lutris.

  Environments  

Plasma

Plasma

HoloISO GM

HoloGM

  Default package formats  
Pacman

Pacman

Dependent on parent
Arch Linux

SteamOS

Suitable for beginners

SteamOS
  Description  

SteamOS is a Linux-based operating system developed by Valve, designed for gaming and optimized for the Steam platform. Built on Arch Linux, it provides a console-like experience while additionally supporting basic desktop features for flexibility.

  Environments  

GNOME

GNOME

SteamGM

SteamGM

  Default package formats  
Pacman

Pacman

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