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SteamNix OS

a year ago
  • #SteamOS
  • #NixOS
  • #Gaming
  • Nix Flake for creating a SteamOS-like experience on NixOS with clean boot and fast shutdown.
  • Targets desktop/laptop PCs with AMD GPU or iGPU; SteamDeck users should use Jovian-NixOS.
  • Uses Gamescope as a window manager for zero desktop bloat.
  • Features latest kernel with NTsync enabled and clean, textless boot.
  • Read-only system files to prevent corruption/malware; boot menu for recovery.
  • Automated updates via GitHub; latest ProtonGE automatically installed.
  • Instructions for installation, configuration, and setting up game shortcuts.
  • Includes headless install for Fitgirl repacks via Docker/Podman.
  • SSH usage for game installation with legendary-gl and script creation for game launching.
  • RetroArch core setup and notes on NixOS path handling.
  • WARNING: Installation may erase data on the largest detected drive.
  • Steps for generating an ISO, setting passwords, and configuring drives.
  • Future plans include automount scripts, VDF library integration, and UI improvements.