Linux Gaming Check:

Once Human

Once Human is a multiplayer open-world survival game set in a strange, post-apocalyptic future. Unite with friends to fight monstrous enemies, uncover secret plots, compete for resources, and build your own territory. Once, you were merely human. Now, you have the power to remake the world.

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STATUS REPORT
Status: 🟡 Problems / Workaround Available | ProtonDB: SILVER

Tweaks & Tricks

ONCE HUMAN
Every hour, Once Human is causing the system to crash.
FIX
  • Add the following to your launch options: Use Custom Proton: GE-Proton10-29 %command%
ONCE HUMAN
Once Human is experiencing crashes shortly after launch, but performs smoothly with no stuttering under CachyOS Proton.
FIX
  • Add the following to your launch options: PROTON_USE_WINED3D11=1 %command% -dx12
HUMANITY'S DAWN
Once Human crashes immediately upon opening the inventory for the second time.
FIX
  • Add the following to your launch options: %command%
MORE INFORMATION
You can find more detailed reports and user experiences for Once Human on the official ProtonDB page.

Verdict

VERDICT

Once Human is an impressive, ambitious RPG that combines classic dungeon crawling with modern design sensibilities and a compelling narrative. The game’s combat system is engaging and challenging, offering a variety of classes and skills to unlock and master. However, it struggles with performance issues, particularly on lower-end hardware, which can detract from the overall experience.

Buy if: You’re looking for a deep, story-driven RPG with satisfying combat and an intriguing world to explore. You have mid- to high-range gaming PC.

Avoid if: You’re sensitive to performance issues or play on low-spec hardware.