Linux Review:

Overwatch® 2

Overwatch 2 is a critically acclaimed, team-based shooter game set in an optimistic future with an evolving roster of heroes. Team up with friends and jump in today.

Overwatch® 2

PROTON TIER: PLATINUM


Overwatch® 2 - Technical Documentation (Proton)

Overwatch® 2 is a critically acclaimed, team-based shooter game set in an optimistic future with an evolving roster of heroes. Team up with friends and jump in today.

Status Check

Runs via Proton. Status: Platinum.

TWEAKS & TRICKS

  • GPU Crashes (DirectX 11): Enable DirectX 12 (beta) in Overwatch’s video settings.
  • Highlight Saving Issues: Currently not possible with the in-game highlight feature.
  • Performance Boost: Use Proton-GE.
  • Performance & Wayland: PROTON_FSR4_UPGRADE=1 ENABLE_LAYER_MESA_ANTI_LAG=1 PROTON_ENABLE_WAYLAND=1 DXKV_HUD=compiler %command%
  • Low RAM Systems: Consider using Proton-CachyOS with extra swap space and launch options in Steam.
  • Shader Compilation Delay (Post-Install/Update): Load each skin or character individually. Early games after an update may exhibit stuttering and freezing; this resolves itself after initial loading.
  • Performance & Shader Caching: DXVK_HUD=compiler __GL_SHADER_DISK_CACHE=1 __GL_SHADER_DISK_CACHE_SKIP_CLEANPUP=1 __GL_SHADER_DISK_CACHE_SIZE=1000000000 %command%
  • Performance Consistency: Decrease render scale to 95 from 100.
  • Performance Loss vs Windows: Expect approximately 10 FPS less than on Windows.

Verdict

Overwatch® 2 is a solid Platinum-tier experience on Linux via Proton. While some initial troubleshooting may be required, particularly on lower-end systems or with specific hardware configurations, the vast majority of users are achieving excellent performance. Recommended for Linux gamers.