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Switching to Linux for gaming can feel like diving into the deep end of a pool you’re not entirely sure exists. I remember when I decided to ditch Windows after years of frustration with its quirks and bugs, only to find myself knee-deep in my own set of challenges. For the past year, my gaming rig has been running on Bazzite Linux. With a subscription to Xbox Game Pass burning a hole in my virtual pocket, I was determined to make it work, even if it wasn’t the smoothest adventure.
The struggle is real: using Xbox Game Pass on Linux
Initially, I thought I could seamlessly stream my favorite titles through Xbox Cloud Gaming. However, the reality hit hard when I discovered that the Xbox app doesn’t support Linux. It was a bit of a letdown, to be honest. Sure, other game stores work well, but the only way to access my Game Pass library was through cloud streaming. While it allowed me to dabble in various games without the commitment of buying them outright, there was something ephemeral about it, like trying to catch smoke with your bare hands. I just couldn’t shake the feeling that I was missing out.
Despite these frustrations, I found a silver lining. Streaming worked surprisingly well for light gaming sessions. As I embarked on my journey with Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, I quickly became enamored with its captivating gameplay. After approximately 13 hours of immersive playtime, I had a revelation—I wanted to own the game.
Making the switch: Steam to the rescue
Here’s where the tide turned. I discovered that Steam had a solid reputation for supporting Linux, and lo and behold, Clair Obscur was on sale in a bundle. I couldn’t resist! However, as fate would have it, my progress was now trapped in the cloud, and the prospect of starting over felt like a cruel joke. I was prepared to abandon my hard-earned progress until a lightbulb moment struck me.
Thanks to the brilliance of Xbox Play Anywhere, save files from Cloud Gaming sync to corresponding PC installations. I dug up an old, barely functioning Windows laptop buried in the corner of my office. It was a relic, but it had one redeeming quality—it could still install Game Pass games. I set it up, installed the game from Game Pass, and to my astonishment, my cloud save made its way down to the laptop’s hard drive.
Transplanting my save file: a dork heist
With my save file secured, the next step was to install the game again from Steam, the copy I purchased. This part felt like orchestrating a heist in a nerdy caper movie. Once I had the game on Steam, I followed a guide that detailed how to transfer my save from Game Pass to Steam. It was a bit of a dance, but once I executed the steps, my save file found its way to Steam’s cloud sync servers and, ultimately, back to my main gaming PC.
It’s amusing to think about how convoluted the process was, almost like I was in a heist movie trying to retrieve stolen treasure. And yet, there I was—the mission accomplished! I had successfully transported my game save across platforms, proving that even in the world of gaming, sometimes you’ve got to think outside the box (or in my case, the cloud).
Reflections on the journey
This entire experience made me realize how resilient and resourceful gamers can be. I mean, who knew that navigating the labyrinth of cloud gaming and save file transfers could feel like plotting a daring escape? And yet, through all the challenges, there was a sense of satisfaction in overcoming the odds. It’s moments like these that remind us why we love gaming. Whether it’s the thrill of a new game or the satisfaction of solving a complex problem, the journey is what makes us passionate about this world.
As I look back on this saga, I can’t help but feel a sense of camaraderie with fellow gamers who might be facing similar struggles. The gaming community is filled with tales of triumph and trials, and each story adds a unique thread to the rich tapestry of our shared passion. So, here’s to all the Linux gamers out there, navigating their own unique paths and finding ways to make gaming work—no matter what!