7 Days to Die
7 Days to Die is an open-world game that is a unique combination of first-person shooter, survival horror, tower defense, and role-playing games. Play the definitive zombie survival sandbox RPG that came first. Navezgane awaits!
NATIVE SUPPORT
7 Days to Die is an open-world game blending first-person shooter, survival horror, tower defense, and role-playing elements. It’s a definitive zombie survival sandbox RPG set in the world of Navezgane.
Status Check
The game has a native Linux version. However, users report issues with both native and Proton implementations. Multiple users recommend utilizing Proton, particularly custom builds, for a more stable experience.
TWEAKS & TRICKS
- Memory Leak: The game suffers from memory leaks, potentially leading to crashes or instability, particularly with native builds.
- Solution:
MANGOHUD=1 PROTON_NO_WM_DECORATION=1 LD_PRELOAD=" " SDL_VIDEO_WAYLAND_SCALE_TO_DISPLAY=1 gamemoderun gamescope -f -H 1440 --force-grab-cursor -r 165 --mangoapp -- %command% -gc-max-time-slice=3 -nolog -skipnewsscreen=true -skipintro --force-vulkan
- Solution:
- Performance Drops/Freezing: Frame drops can occur, often worsening over time and resulting in freezes.
- Solution: Utilize DirectX 11.
- Steam Deck Performance: Fluctuating frame rates are observed on Steam Deck.
- Solution: Launch the game launcher in Desktop Mode to configure Vulkan.
- EAC Incompatibility: EAC-protected servers are incompatible with GE-Proton.
- Intermittent Graphical Errors / CPU Spikes: Default Proton (10.0.3) can trigger these issues.
- Solution: Employ a custom Proton build, such as GE-Proton10-27.
Verdict
7 Days to Die presents a viable option for Linux gamers, benefiting from both its native release and the enhanced stability provided by Proton. However, be prepared to experiment with different Proton versions and launch options to optimize performance and stability. Running the game with Gamescope on Steam Deck is highly recommended for consistent frame rates.