Linux Review:

Geometry Dash

Jump and fly your way through danger in this rhythm-based action platformer!

 PROTON TIER: PLATINUM

Geometry Dash is a rhythm-based action platformer where players jump and fly through dangerous levels.

Status Check Runs flawlessly via Proton (Platin-Status).

TWEAKS & TRICKS

• Problem: The game does not fully utilize the GPU without specific launch options.

  • Solution: WINEDLLOVERRIDES="xinput1_4=n,b" __NV_PRIME_RENDER_OFFLOAD=1 __GLX_VENDOR_LIBRARY_NAME=nvidia %command%

• Problem: Stuttering can occur when running in borderless fullscreen.

  • Solution: Avoid borderless fullscreen.

• Problem: Installation of mods, particularly those requiring Geode or Megahack, can necessitate specific launch options and sometimes a Proton version downgrade.

  • Solution: WINEDLLOVERRIDES="xinput1_4=n,b" %command% and downgrade Proton to version 9.

• Geode Installation: curl -o- 'https://geode-sdk.org/install/linux.sh' | bash

• Problem: The game may experience crashes while navigating menus or become unstable when using Geode.

  • Solution: There is no documented fix for this.

Verdict Geometry Dash is a worthwhile purchase for Linux gamers, especially those interested in modding with tools like Geode. The base game runs exceptionally well, and with minor tweaks, mod support is fully functional.