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Playtron extracts the gaming ecosystem from Windows and leaves everything else behind

PLaytron GAME os

A simple OS that does nothing but Gaming.
Playtron GameOS™ extracts the gaming ecosystem from Windows and leaves everything else behind

PLATRON GAME OS

A World Apart from Other Systems

SteamOS

Windows

Playtron GameOS™

Only Steam supported out of the box

Monolithic OS built for productivity software not games

Natively supports many different game stores out of the box

Only supports Steam Deck

Not optimized for mass-market consumer gaming

Supports many different handheld devices and PCs

Designed for an optimal gaming experience

A Software Console

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Playtron GameOS

PLaytron GAME os

Playtron GameOS Alpha 3 introduces GameLAB, a new program for managing Playtron devices across Linux, macOS, and Windows, enabling remote management, custom launch configurations, and controller input setups. It also features improved Steam support with full Cloud Saves, more reliable downloads and game launching, enhanced offline capabilities, and QR code login via the Steam app.

Install guide

How to Install
Playtron GameOS

To install Playtron GameOS, you’ll first need to prepare an external drive by flashing the installer image onto it. Once the drive is ready, insert it into your target device and boot from it to complete the installation process.

01

Flash your download

  • Download Balena Etcher at https://etcher.balena.io/
  • Launch Balena Etcher
  • Click on Flash from file and select the Playtron GameOS installer or image you downloaded
  • Click Select Target and choose the external drive where you want to flash the installer.
  • Click on Flash!
  • Drive considerations: For the best results, we recommend using an external NVMe drive. SD Cards and USB drives are also supported on most platforms. They can be sufficient for the installer but we don’t recommend them for running a Playtron GameOS image.
02

Disable Secure Boot

Windows only

Select your device manufacturer from the list below and follow the instructions to boot into the BIOS.

ASUS
  • Boot into the BIOS using: Volume Down and Power buttons (Repeatedly tap the volume button until the BIOS appears)
  • Go to Advanced Mode
  • Go to Security
  • Go to Secure Boot
  • Set Secure Boot Control to Disabled
  • Go to Save & Exit
  • Press Save Changes and Exit
AYANEO
  • Boot into the BIOS using: Volume Up, Left Shoulder, and Power buttons
  • Go to Security
  • Go to Secure Boot
  • Set Secure Boot to Disabled
  • Go to Save & Exit
  • Press Save
LENOVO
  • Boot into the BIOS using: Volume Up and Power buttons
  • Go to More Settings
  • Go to Security
  • Set Secure Boot to Disabled
  • Go to Exit
  • Press Exit Saving Changes
03

Boot Playtron GameOS Installer

Start the device and access the boot menu by using button combination. These may be slightly different than the keys used to access the BIOS directly.

  • Valve Steam Deck: Volume Down and Power buttons
  • ASUS: Volume Up and Power buttons (repeatedly tap the volume button until the BIOS appears)
  • AYANEO: Volume Up, Left Shoulder, and Power buttons
  • Lenovo: Volume Up and Power buttons
  • GPD Win: Fn and F7 buttons
04

Boot Playtron GameOS

With Playtron GameOS Installer, boot directly into GameOS. Otherwise follow these additional steps:

  • Select Install Playtron GameOS.
  • Once in the installer menu, select the drive you want to install GameOS on.
  • Once the install is complete, you will be prompted to reboot.
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Playtron GameOS
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Join our GitHub community to contribute, collaborate, and innovate. Help shape the future of gaming technology with us.

Project we Contribute
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Project we have created
RPM REPOSITORY
1

Box 64

x86 to Arm translation layer for Linux.

MIT

View on Github
2

gamescope-dbus

Messaging interface for Gamescope.

GPLv3

View on Github
3

udev-media-automount

Automatic mounting of external drives.

BSD 2-Clause License

View on Github
4

gamescope-plus

Compositing window manager.

MIT

View on Github
5

InputPlumber

Input routing and control.

GPLv3

View on Github
6

kernel-fsync

Linux kernel optimized for gaming.

GPLv2

View on Github
7

gamescope-session

Game Mode graphical session.

MIT

View on Github
1

playtron-os

PlaytronOS is an operating system providing a software console experience.

MIT

View on Github
2

gog-warp

Rust library to manage GOG games.

ASLv2

View on Github

We aim to support our packages on all versions of Fedora that are still actively maintained, where possible. Most of our packages are hosted on Fedora Copr. Unique packages we provide include:

  • gamescope-session
  • gamescope-session-playtron
  • mesa (latest stable)
  • python3-edl
  • udev-media-automount
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FAQS

Why should I install Playtron GameOS?

Playtron GameOS is an optimized Linux-based gaming operating system that allows you to play all of your favorite games from Epic Games Store, GOG.com, Steam, and more.

Are there any Playtron devices coming out?

Yes. Many different devices with varying form factors, features, and price points will be coming out in 2025. One of the first devices will be the SuiPlayOX1.

When will the first Playtron device be launched?

We are aiming for the first half of 2025.

What operating system is Playtron GameOS based on?

We are based on the Fedora Silverblue family of Atomic Desktop distros. PlaytronOS is not affiliated with the Fedora Project.

What version of Fedora is Playtron GameOS based on?

The Alpha 1 release is based on Fedora 40.

Which devices has Playtron GameOS been tested on?

  • AYANEO 2
  • ASUS ROG Ally
  • GPD Win 4 (2023)
  • Lenovo Legion Go
  • Valve Steam Deck LCD
  • Valve Steam Deck OLED

What are the system requirements for Playtron GameOS?

We provide best-effort support on a wide range of devices. The minimum requirements are listed here:

  • CPU
    • x86
      • AMD Ryzen / Intel 6th Gen Kaby Lake or newer
  • GPU (single GPU only)
    • AMD Navi or newer

Does Playtron run Linux games?

Currently, Playtron GameOS only runs Windows games using Wine. Native Linux games will be supported in the future.

Is Playtron a hardware company?

No. We are a software company working closely with hardware OEMs.

Where is Playtron located?

Playtron is a registered company in California but employees are working remotely all across the globe.

What games will run on Playtron GameOS?

While thousands of games are already compatible with Playtron GameOS in its alpha 1 stage, our official game support program is currently under development.

What are the advantages of Playtron GameOS over other operating systems?

  • Unified out-of-the-box experience for installing and playing games from the Epic Games Store, GOG.com, and Steam.
  • More features to be announced.

Does the Alpha 1 release of Playtron GameOS include Arm support?

No. Only AMD and Intel x86 CPU architectures will be support.

How will Playtron deal with anti-cheat on Linux?

Playtron is working with interested partners to enable anti-cheat services.

Is Playtron GameOS open source?

At first, only the operating system code will be open source. We have plans to open source more and release API documentation to allow developers in the community to contribute and build their solutions using Playtron.

How will I be able to contribute to Playtron?

Check out our GitHub and the Contribue page.

How can I get in touch with Playtron?

For now, you can follow us over at @PLAYTR0N on X and visit our website, playtron.one, for more updates. You can also join the Discord community here: https://discord.gg/hc5WtZX9ak