Introduction
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introduces
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Nemoder
Our Gaming
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Nemoder has been playing ARK: Survival [source ], Don't Starve Together [source ], Guns of Icarus Online [source ], and Frozen Cortex [source ]
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has been playing games with Nemoder, as well as Arma 3 [source ]
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has been playing Insurgency [source ] and testing the Steam Controller [source ]
SteamLUG Community Stuff
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Past Events
Terraria [source ]
Left 4 Dead 2 [source ]
Team Fortress 2 [source ]
Victor Vran [source ]
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Upcoming Events
Worms Clan Wars [source ]
Broforce [source ]
Insurgency [source ]
Dota 2 Casual [source ]
Steam/Valve News
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Multi-packs are now purchasable as gifts on the Steam Store [No longer working]
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Interview with Gabe Newell about Steam Machines [source ]
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Steam Hardware launched [source ]
Steam Machine Launch Sale [source ]
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Steam Controllers and Links are selling well, as there is a wait time if ordering now
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has a Steam Controller and has lots to say about it [source ]
Steam Controller requires the use of Steam Big Picture Mode [Only for configuration and some special features]
udev rule required for full functionality on Linux [source ]
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There is a rudimentary open source Steam Controller configuration tool in the works [source ]
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Left 4 Dead 2 has native Steam Controller support but default configuration is not easy to use
Any configuration can be modified
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The Steam Controller is very different, with a high learning curve
Hardware allows for different usage patterns, like using the gyroscope for precision aiming
Potential for much higher accuracy compared to traditional controllers
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feels that the build quality of the Steam Controller is excellent
Small face buttons may be difficult to use for some
Two grip paddles are a huge improvement on traditional controllers
Buttons can be used in combinations to create mode shifts
Analog triggers have a very short pull compared to Xbox style controllers
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Typing with the Steam Controller is completely different, with absolute [not relative] input on each pad, to act like a virtual touch keyboard
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Steam Link in-home streaming receiver has been released [source ]
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Steam Machines have been released [source ]
Ars Technica released benchmarks showing the sub-par SteamOS ports [source ]
Size to performance ratios are very good
Zotac and Alienware Steam Machines use custom Nvidia GPUs
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Origin hardware vendor is no longer shipping SteamOS with their living room PC
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Alienware Steam Machine has an HDMI input for passthrough of cable boxes and other devices in the living room
Tech News
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PowerPlay power management support lands in AMDGPU, significantly increasing performance [source ]
General Gaming News
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Trine 3 Linux version officially released [source ]
Update includes new level "Quest for Cake"
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Left 4 Dead 2 updated with native Steam Controller support and surround sound support on Linux [source ]
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Rocket League port is nearing release [source ]
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Darksiders I and II is still being worked on for Linux [source ]
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The Long Dark released for Linux [source ]
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Godot Engine joins Software Freedom Conservancy [source ] [source ]
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Grow Home released for Linux [source ]
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7 Days to Die Alpha 13 out soon [source ]
Crowdfunding
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Blacksea Odyssey [source ]
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Failsafe [source ]
Sign-off
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