Linux Review:

The Headliners

Co-op horror game where you play in teams of 1 to 8 reckless journalists, ready to explore a city overrun by deadly creatures to snap spectacular footage. Your only goal: make the headlines without becoming one.

The Headliners

PROTON TIER: PLATINUM


The Headliners - Technical Analysis

The Headliners is a co-op horror game where 1-8 players take on the role of journalists exploring a creature-infested city to capture sensational footage.

Status Check: Runs well over Proton. ProtonDB Tier: Platinum.

TWEAKS & TRICKS:

  • Unreal Engine Crashes/Freezes: Consider using Proton 10 Beta.
  • Voice Chat Issues (PipeWire): The in-game voice chat does not work with PipeWire without forcing ALSA.
    • Problem: PipeWire compatibility prevents in-game voice chat.
    • Solution: SDL_AUDIODRIVER=alsa PULSE_LATENCY_MSEC=60 %command%
  • Performance Fluctuations: Some users have reported performance dips, particularly a drop to 40fps.
    • Problem: Inconsistent framerates.
    • Solution: Consider lowering graphics settings. Users also report success with GE-Proton9-21.

Verdict: The Headliners is a strong purchase for Linux gamers, especially with the Platinum ProtonDB rating. The necessary tweaks are minimal and easily implemented.