Tabletop Simulator
Tabletop Simulator
Tabletop Simulator is the only simulator where you can let your aggression out by flipping the table! There are no rules to follow: just you, a physics sandbox, and your friends. Make your own online board games or play the thousands of community created mods. Unlimited gaming possibilities!
NATIVE SUPPORT
Tabletop Simulator - Linux Technical Documentation
Tabletop Simulator is a physics sandbox where players can create and play their own games or engage with thousands of community-created mods. There are no rules – only you, friends, and a virtual table.
Status Check
The game has a native Linux version, but reports indicate it is currently unstable and often fails to launch. Proton is recommended for a playable experience, although it remains problematic.
TWEAKS & TRICKS
Problem: Game crashes when opening the file browser under Wayland.
Solution:
GDK_BACKEND=x11 %command%Problem: Native version gets stuck on “Running” without opening a window.
Solution: This issue is inherent to the current state of the native version and cannot be circumvented.
Problem: Consistent game freeze when joining a multiplayer lobby.
Solution: This issue is beyond the scope of potential user-level fixes.
Problem: Multiplayer disconnects quickly after entering a lobby using the Snap version of Steam on Ubuntu.
Solution: Reinstall Steam through their website instead of using a Snap package.
Problem: Wayland crashes upon opening filepicker.
Solution:
GDK_BACKEND=x11 %command%
Verdict
While the game boasts a native Linux version, current instability makes it difficult to recommend for most Linux gamers. Proton offers a slightly more reliable, though still imperfect, experience. Expect potential crashes and performance issues.