If you’re already with Linux, this is not for you. This is for people who’re indecisive or been contemplating for long about whether to make that jump.
For me, it’s a matter of a few things. I’m on a Windows 10 version that guarantees me until 2032 of support. That means I would effectively skip Windows 11, like I already mostly have and potentially skip Windows 12 if that turns out to be a shitty choice. I’d be coming in right in time for whatever Microslop shits out for Win13.
Should Windows 13 suck, I think that’s a consideration. Another consideration is when Valve keeps dropping support for certain Windows versions of Steam. Because I know for a fact they will drop Windows 10 support entirely one day and then Windows 11. I believe it is really stupid that they do this.
By the time my Windows 10 version expires, I’d be getting older, which means I’ll probably care less and less about computer-related things. Going to Linux wouldn’t be a problem since I’d be doing barebones things like browsing and checking e-mail.
And I’d also hope that by 2032, Linux would have better development like easier access to proprietary drivers and software among other things.


VR gaming support and I do play Helldivers 2 on occasion despite the ridiculous anticheat. My understanding is neither of those would work on Linux.
Though with proton and MS getting increasingly crap I am more and more tempted to make the switch.
While still not as seamless as on Windows, WiVRn works great for VR on Linux in my experience.
I’ve got a hp reverb G2, which is windows mixed reality. I don’t think this one would work. The G2 is a pretty small user base compared to meta headsets.
Helldivers 100% work on Linux
Nice, that’s good to know. I know most gaming is not an issue due to proton these days.
VR works fine on Linux.
Unless you really need to connect an Oculus/Meta headset over USB. You can use Steam Link VR streaming if you’ve got a really good wireless connection.
I’ve got a hp reverb G2 which runs through windows mixed reality, which is helpfully not supported now anyway. It’s also one of the smallest user bases for vr I think. Have you heard anything about that headset? When I looked initially (ages ago to be fair) I couldn’t find much about it with Linux.
Apparently possible but looks a bit technical to get running.
https://lvra.gitlab.io/docs/hardware/#xr-devices
From what I can tell you should use Envision which is designed to automate the setup.
https://lvra.gitlab.io/docs/fossvr/envision/
Actually reading this apparently I totally may be able to use a wired Quest.