playing games on linux

[jamieisamonkey]

Hi, i am currently considering getting linux when i get a new mobo. as far as i have heard the two main programs that help you play games on linux are cedega and Wine. I would like to know how good these tow programs are. if there are any better ones and if there is a list or something that says what games it supports.

for instance, would it support online games such as counterstrike? and will it support games coming out soon? thanks for your help.

EDIT: Also, will it work with my graphics card - ATI Saphire X1950 Pro

[netstrider]

Cedega is mainly used, but it costs money. If I'm not mistaken there's a monthly fee. Here's a list of the games (known) to work on Cedega. Wine only works up to a certain extent and is more intended for Software than games. Cedega is not dependant on your graphics card, if you have the correct drivers installed for your card then it will work just fine I'm sure.

Here's a preview of World of Warcraft running through Cedega: http://cedega.com/gamesdb/games/view.mhtml?game_id=3518

[jamieisamonkey]

oh. i didnt think you had to pay for it. i thought the whole idea about linux and all the programs with it was that they were freeware. and it doesnt even support too many games. im just gonna stick with microsoft. i can get vista for cheap anyway. i might install linux using a VMware virtual machine though

[oz]

oh. i didnt think you had to pay for it. i thought the whole idea about linux and all the programs with it was that they were freeware.

Most Linux packages are free, but there's nothing to stop someone from writing a package and charging for it if people are willing to pay.

[Zelmo]

If you're going to stick with Microsoft, I'd recommend using XP instead of Vista. Take a look at this article on Phoronix for the rationale. Pages 2 and 3 have the benchmark results, so be sure to look there.

Cedega's subscription isn't too bad, only $5 per month (though you have to sign up for a minimum of 3 months). For some games, wine works fine and is completely free. Cedega is needed mainly for copy protection that a lot of modern games use.

[Juan Pablo]

And Linux is free software not freeware