protondb

Parse ProtonDB and Steam APIs to generate AMD GPU launch options for Wayland.

2|Updated Nov 9, 2023
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/MasonRhodesDev/dotfiles --skill protondb
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Skill: protondb
Source: https://github.com/MasonRhodesDev/dotfiles/tree/main/dot_claude/skills/protondb
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/MasonRhodesDev/dotfiles --skill protondb

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires jq, curl, glxinfo, lscpu, nproc, free, df, lspci, radeontop, gamemode, mangohud, gamescope, and includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) and assets (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

Linux gaming can be challenging due to compatibility issues, complex configurations, and performance tuning. This skill simplifies the process by analyzing game compatibility via ProtonDB, generating optimized launch options for AMD GPUs on Wayland, and providing troubleshooting guidance, ensuring a smooth gaming experience.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Compatibility Check: Instantly determine if a game works on Linux, its ProtonDB rating, and community reports.
  • Optimized Configurations: Generate tailored launch options and environment variables for AMD GPU + Wayland setups.
  • Troubleshooting & Performance: Diagnose common gaming issues like stuttering, anti-cheat problems, and Wayland-specific glitches.
  • Use Case: A user wants to play a new AAA game on their Arch Linux system with an AMD GPU and Wayland. This skill can fetch the game's ProtonDB rating, recommend the best Proton version, and provide a custom launch command with optimal environment variables like DXVK_ASYNC=1 and SDL_VIDEODRIVER=wayland.

Quick Start

Use the protondb skill to check the compatibility and recommended settings for "Elden Ring" (App ID 1245620).

Frequently Asked Questions about protondb

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I check if a game works on Linux with ProtonDB?

ProtonDB compatibility ratings show whether games run on Linux via Proton. Search your game's Steam App ID to retrieve its compatibility tier, community reports, and recommended Proton version for your AMD GPU and Wayland setup.

Can I optimize game performance on Linux with AMD GPU and Wayland?

Yes. Generate tailored launch options and environment variables (like DXVK_ASYNC=1, SDL_VIDEODRIVER=wayland) based on your hardware, Proton version, and ProtonDB data to resolve stuttering, anti-cheat issues, and Wayland-specific glitches.

What launch options should I use for AMD GPUs on Linux gaming?

Launch options depend on your game's ProtonDB rating, Proton version, and AMD Radeon configuration. The skill constructs environment-variable-rich commands that optimize shader caching, graphics drivers, and compatibility layers for your Arch-based system.

Does Linux gaming work with Wayland on AMD hardware?

Wayland compatibility with AMD GPUs varies by game and Proton version. ProtonDB assessment identifies which titles have known issues on Wayland and recommends workarounds or alternative configurations for your radeontop and gamemode setup.

How do I troubleshoot anti-cheat and performance issues when gaming on Linux?

Diagnose gaming problems by analyzing ProtonDB data, extracting game metadata and compatibility tiers, then generating configuration reports with optimized environment variables and launch parameters suited to Arch Linux, AMD GPUs, and your Wayland environment.

What's the best Proton version for a specific game on my Linux system?

ProtonDB ratings and community reports recommend the optimal Proton or GE version for each game on AMD hardware. The skill fetches this data via APIs and generates launch commands that pair the recommended version with your Wayland and shader-caching settings.