Computer games grow larger, more sophisticated and increasingly complex. Traditional blockbusters continue to dominate the commercial gaming market. However, for many people who have time and budget constraints, smaller open source computer games still offer an attractive alternative.
If you’re a fan of PC gaming, there are a range of tools that help to improve the gaming experience. We feature an eclectic bunch of tools.
Let’s explore the 10 utilities. For each utility we have compiled its own portal page, a full description with an in-depth analysis of its features, a screen shot of the program in action (where relevant), together with links to relevant resources.
| Games Utilities | |
|---|---|
| AntiMicroX | GUI to map gamepad keys to keyboard, mouse, scripts and macros |
| Athenaeum | Game launcher and manager designed as a libre replacement for Steam |
| GameMode | Optimize Linux system performance on demand |
| GB Studio | Drag and drop retro game creator |
| GreenWithEnvy | Utility providing information, control fans and overclock NVIDIA cards |
| LinuxGSM | Deployment and management of Linux dedicated game servers |
| optimus-manager | GPU switching on Optimus laptops |
| Oversteer | Steering wheel manager for Linux |
| Piper | GTK application to configure gaming devices |
| ReplaySorcery | Instant-replay solution |
Note: The utilities are listed in alphabetical order.
Eligibility criteria
Free to download. The project must be available to download without charge but the authors may accept donations.
Published under an open source license. Popular open source licenses for games utilities include MIT License, GNU General Public License, and BSD License.
Not in an early stage of development. The utility must be fairly advanced along its roadmap.
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Thanks, nice compilation!