Linux Review:

Factorio

Factorio is a game about building and creating automated factories to produce items of increasing complexity, within an infinite 2D world. Use your imagination to design your factory, combine simple elements into ingenious structures, and finally protect it from the creatures who don't really like you.

Factorio

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Factorio - Linux Technical Documentation

Factorio is a game about building and creating automated factories to produce items of increasing complexity, within an infinite 2D world. Use your imagination to design your factory, combine simple elements into ingenious structures, and finally protect it from the creatures who don’t really like you.

Status Check

Factorio has a native Linux version. However, several users report issues even with the native version, indicating Proton may provide a better experience in some cases.

TWEAKS & TRICKS

  • Missing libselinux.so.1 Error: The default Linux runtime may fail to launch the game.

    • Solution: Launch the game with the Legacy runtime 1.0. This can be selected via the Steam compatibility tool.

  • Sound Cutouts: Audio may stop playing after some time.

    • Solution: Log out and back into the Linux session.

  • Fullscreen Glitch: The game may appear windowed despite being in fullscreen mode.

    • Solution: Toggle the fullscreen option in the game’s settings.

  • Multiplayer Server Crash (Recent): Joining specific servers leads to a crash of Factorio and Steam.

    • Solution: This issue seems recent and may be related to server configuration. Monitor Factorio forums for updates.

  • Low FPS with Native Version: The native version may perform poorly.

    • Solution: Use Proton.

  • Wayland and Steam Overlay: The Steam Overlay and Notes feature are not compatible with Wayland.

    • Solution: Use X11.

  • Gamescope Compatibility: Gamescope can improve compatibility and performance.

    • Solution: Launch Factorio with Gamescope: gamescope factorio %command%

Verdict

Despite a native Linux release, the user reports suggest Proton may provide a more stable or performant experience for some. The non-blocking save feature on the native version is a significant benefit. Factorio is a worthwhile purchase for Linux gamers, but be aware of potential compatibility issues.