GlouOS is an Arch-based Linux distribution designed for gaming. It focuses on low latency, smooth frame pacing, and responsive system performance.
The distribution includes gaming-focused kernel tuning, automatic hardware driver installation, Proton and shader pre-caching, and a game mode that dedicates resources to games.
Key Features
- Arch-based Linux distribution.
- Latency-aware CPU scheduler.
- Gaming kernel tuned for frame pacing and responsive threads.
- Automatically installs optimal CPU and GPU drivers.
- System tuning designed to reduce stutters and crashes.
- Proton and shader pre-caching.
- Game mode automatically dedicates resources to running games.
- Supports AMD, NVIDIA, and Intel GPUs.
| Working state: | Active |
| Desktop: | KDE Plasma |
| Init Software: | systemd |
| Package Management: | Pacman |
| Release Model: | Rolling |
| Platforms: | x86_64 |
| Home Page: | GlouOS |
| Developer: | Finley Carroll |
| This article is part of our Big List of Active Linux Distributions. |
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