SteamOS Alternatives

SteamOS is described as 'Arch Linux based Linux distribution designed to run Valve's Steam and Steam games. It also provides a desktop mode ' and is a very popular Linux Distro in the os & utilities category. There are more than 25 alternatives to SteamOS for a variety of platforms, including Linux, Windows, Mac, Self-Hosted and Arch Linux apps. The best SteamOS alternative is Linux Mint, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like SteamOS are Ubuntu, Fedora, Arch Linux and CachyOS.

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  1. ChimeraOS icon
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    ChimeraOS (formerly GamerOS) is an operating system that provides an out of the box couch gaming experience. After installation, boot directly into Steam Big Picture and start playing your favorite games.

    18 ChimeraOS alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source (MIT)

    Platforms

    • Linux
     
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  2. AtlasOS icon
     23 likes

    An open and transparent modification of the Windows operating system, designed to optimize performance and latency. AtlasOS is creating a "kinder" Windows experience. Reducing bloatware and optimizing performance for enthusiasts, gamers, and privacy-conscious individuals.

    14 AtlasOS alternatives

    Cost / License

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
     
  3. Lakka icon
     38 likes

    Lakka is the official Linux distribution of RetroArch and the libretro ecosystem. Each game system is implemented as a libretro core, while the frontend RetroArch takes care of inputs and display.

    37 Lakka alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Cubieboard
    • HummingBoard
    • Raspberry Pi
    • Nintendo Switch
    • Odroid
     
  4. Regata OS  icon
     5 likes

    Regata OS is an Operating System based on Linux (more precisely on openSUSE) developed for all types of users, however, with a special focus on gamers and content creators.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source (MIT)

    Platforms

    • Linux
     
  5. Windows X-Lite's Optimized Windows Builds are designed to Enhance Performance, Privacy, Stability and Control, and work with all Apps and Games on all PCs. Old or New, Weak or Strong, Desktop or Laptop.

    9 Windows X-Lite alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
     
  6. GLF OS icon
     5 likes

    GLF OS is a gaming-oriented live Linux distribution based on NixOS. Developed by a French-speaking community called Gaming Linux France (GLF), the distribution includes everything one would need for gaming on Linux, including Steam, Lutris, Heroic Games Launcher, as well as...

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source (MIT)

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Linux
     
  7. BigLinux icon
     2 likes

    BigLinux is the right choice if you want an easy and enriching Linux experience. It has been perfected over more than 19 years, following our motto: "In search of the perfect system".

    Cost / License

    Platforms

    • Linux
     
  8. Ubuntu GamePack is an operating system based on Ubuntu, which will provide a guaranteed start in more than than 22 381 games and applications for MS Windows and MS-DOS, and original, designed specifically for GNU/Linux platform.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Linux
     
  9. Salient OS icon
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    Salient OS is a rolling-release distribution aimed at Creative Multi-Media and Gaming Enthusiasts.

    Cost / License

    Platforms

    • Linux
     
  10. Game Drift Linux is a new Linux distribution based on Ubuntu Linux. Game Drift has been optimized to deliver to you the best possible gaming experience on Linux.

    Cost / License

    • Free Personal
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Alerts

    • Discontinued

    Platforms

    • Linux
     
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