Opera’s gaming browser is coming to Linux to respond to a repeated request for years on forums and online communities: GX Control, Twitch and Discord integrations, advanced customization, all of that now runs on the free operating system.
A gaming browser that sticks to the Linux philosophy
Opera GX claims 34 million users since its launch. The Linux version provides the same functional base as Windows and macOS: RAM and bandwidth limiters via GX Control, direct access to Twitch and Discord in the sidebar, customization by themes, sounds and shaders via GX Mods, integrated ad and tracker blocker, and an optional VPN without logs, the policy of which has been certified by Deloitte.
The positioning is consistent because Linux users tend to want to precisely control their tools, and GX Control meets exactly this expectation, deciding how much system resources the browser can consume is the kind of adjustment that is at the heart of Linux culture. Maciej Kocemba, product manager of Opera GX, puts it this way: Linux gamers and developers can now “manage browser resources, customize their configuration, and ensure their system works exactly as they want”.
Confidentiality and European compliance
When it comes to privacy, Opera plays the transparency card. GX on Linux does not collect location data, browsing history, content of pages viewed, search queries, or information entered into forms. This model is identical to that applied on other platforms. Protections against crypto-jacking are in addition to the blockers already mentioned.
The browser is developed in Europe, by teams based in Norway and Poland, and complies with the GDPR. For some Linux users, who are particularly sensitive to the issue of data, this is an argument that counts. The European origin of the product is not insignificant in the current context.
The initial release supports distributions based on Debian, Ubuntu, Fedora and OpenSUSE, via .deb and .rpm packages. Flatpak support is under development. The browser will receive weekly updates, and Opera says community feedback can be provided via Discord, official forums, and the built-in bug reporting system.
This is not a niche launch because Linux represents a growing share of PC gaming, driven in particular by the progression of Steam Deck and the Proton compatibility environment. Firefox remains the reference browser on Linux, and Chromium alternatives have never really managed to establish themselves in this ecosystem. Opera GX comes with a different angle, not yet another general browser, but a tool designed for gaming, with features that Firefox does not offer natively.
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