Linux or Windows?

Thrillem · 11-30-2012, 01:43 PM

As I am buying a new computer I would appreciate if someone could tell me what OS is better for playing ROL. Until now I have been playing on Windows Vista but as someone told me that Linux was better for this game I thought I better ask it in this forum.

roonwick · 11-30-2012, 03:19 PM

you could go dual boot, and install both. since I only play on linux, I cant say much to compare performance of RO. If you're buying a new computer, I wouldnt just let RO determine the OS.

Kyrottimus · 11-30-2012, 03:25 PM

Linux may not generate the raw FPS of windows (due to Direct X vs OpenGL), however it's more stable, less herky-jerky (smoother) and far more efficient with RAM.

And for me, I'd never even heard of RO until I made the switch to Linux and started looking for linux-native games.

I've tried playing on windows but the controls and spell-triggering seems to have a greater delay (more sluggish) and while the windows client may have looked slighting prettier to the eye (maybe better for sceenshots) with the right graphics card and drivers Linux RO runs great and looks great too. Plus the totally random crashes and freezes I've experienced with the windows version convinced me to stay playing it on my linux boot.

Kitsuni · 11-30-2012, 05:44 PM

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Originally Posted by Kyrottimus

Linux may not generate the raw FPS of windows (due to Direct X vs OpenGL), however it's more stable, less herky-jerky (smoother) and far more efficient with RAM.

And for me, I'd never even heard of RO until I made the switch to Linux and started looking for linux-native games.

I've tried playing on windows but the controls and spell-triggering seems to have a greater delay (more sluggish) and while the windows client may have looked slighting prettier to the eye (maybe better for sceenshots) with the right graphics card and drivers Linux RO runs great and looks great too. Plus the totally random crashes and freezes I've experienced with the windows version convinced me to stay playing it on my linux boot.

This was my experience on Windows; the game had a far higher frame rate (about double), but the input latency was horrilbe.

Anything that involved the keyboard and mouse was like playing in a pit of tar.

Thrillem · 11-30-2012, 07:57 PM

So basically almost everyone is using Linux as OS?

Eyfura · 11-30-2012, 08:25 PM

If you have actually no interest in linux, I'd say go with windows. It will be most likely the easiest way. I don't think just RO is reason enough for linux as it works well on windows also. Also if you seriously would like linux, pay attention of your new computer's gpu. Nvidia used to be better for linux, not sure though if that is the case anymore as I haven't been following.

I personally use linux, and have been using for last years as main system. I can say I'm happy with it. RO works well, not much complaints.

DuoMaxwell · 11-30-2012, 08:51 PM

Well Linux is free, but not compatible with every piece of hardware and most games aren't Linux compatible yet. but Linux is eaisier to maintain once you get it going.

Windows will cost you more unless you buy a prebuilt computer which comes with Windows already installed.

You can easily have both Linux and Windows installed on the same computer, just be sure to install Windows first to make setting up the dual boot system allot eaisier.

Linux can run some Windows only games via Wine, PlayOnLinux and CrossOver.

Furthermore Steam is supposed to be comming to Linux as well as Desura which is another Steam like service is already on Linux and has been for over a year now.

As for what Linux distro to use, personally I like Linux Mint Mate Edition, thoguh this may not be ideal for most people due to how the update system orks. You would likely be best served by using Ubuntu Linux and adding the Mate desktop sytem to the repositories.

NotScias · 11-30-2012, 09:14 PM

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Originally Posted by Eyfura

If you have actually no interest in linux, I'd say go with windows. It will be most likely the easiest way.

This.

Linux will require you to learn new things and change some old habits and your understanding of the system (which sadly most of people is totally unwilling to do).
If you aren't ready for it and only consider it as a free Windows, if you play mainstream games, use some professional video/image/sound editing or Microsoft programs (Photoshop, Office...), or you're just happy in your current environment, programs and don't want to bother with new things, just stay on Windows really.

RO might or might not perform better on Linux (in most of cases it won't), but it's not worth investing so much effort switching just for it.

And I say this as a happy Linux user since 6 years.

PT_DaAr_PT · 11-30-2012, 09:28 PM

If you only want to use Linux because people convinced you that RO runs faster on it, then common sense tells me to suggest you that you first try a Linux distribution out before you decide to completely switch to a different OS. Read Scias' post above mine just to be sure you're aware of the implications of switching operating systems.

With that said, you can buy a computer with Windows pre-installed and install Linux in a separate partition; that will allow you to dual-boot, as somebody already suggested. This gives you the option to use both Windows and Linux whenever you want. You'll have to re-boot every time you want to switch, though.

But before you go through all that trouble, you should try out Linux by burning a live cd. You can even do that on your current computer. I would recommend doing this first so you don't get fucked in the process--you might not like Linux. Read post above mine again.

I would also recommend that you do some research before you try any of this, this can become quite complicated and troublesome for beginners. You should try to find a friend that understands Linux to help you out.

andres81 · 11-30-2012, 10:21 PM

I can't compare with Windows because I only have Linux but since the last updates, I mean the so called "improvements of the graphic engine" the OpenGL mode of Regnum is no longer what it was.
Shadows on max distance don't work well, the highest render quality is not available, no normal antialiasing, water animation is ugly or even the water textures completely missing like in the new oasis near Samal and a lot of other issues.

11-30-2012, 01:43 PM	#1
Thrillem Secondary account Join Date: Jul 2009 Posts: 153	Linux or Windows? As I am buying a new computer I would appreciate if someone could tell me what OS is better for playing ROL. Until now I have been playing on Windows Vista but as someone told me that Linux was better for this game I thought I better ask it in this forum.

11-30-2012, 03:25 PM	#3
Kyrottimus Baron Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Montana, U.S.A. Posts: 690	Linux may not generate the raw FPS of windows (due to Direct X vs OpenGL), however it's more stable, less herky-jerky (smoother) and far more efficient with RAM. And for me, I'd never even heard of RO until I made the switch to Linux and started looking for linux-native games. I've tried playing on windows but the controls and spell-triggering seems to have a greater delay (more sluggish) and while the windows client may have looked slighting prettier to the eye (maybe better for sceenshots) with the right graphics card and drivers Linux RO runs great and looks great too. Plus the totally random crashes and freezes I've experienced with the windows version convinced me to stay playing it on my linux boot. __________________ Μολὼν λαβέ Kyrottimus: 60 - Barbarian (WM) RIP \|\| Rykor: 60 - Knight (WM) RIP Vanosen Sagesight: 60 - Marksman (WM) RIP \|\| Orykus: 60 - Hunter RIP

11-30-2012, 08:51 PM	#7
DuoMaxwell Master Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: A place worse then hell Posts: 332	Well Linux is free, but not compatible with every piece of hardware and most games aren't Linux compatible yet. but Linux is eaisier to maintain once you get it going. Windows will cost you more unless you buy a prebuilt computer which comes with Windows already installed. You can easily have both Linux and Windows installed on the same computer, just be sure to install Windows first to make setting up the dual boot system allot eaisier. Linux can run some Windows only games via Wine, PlayOnLinux and CrossOver. Furthermore Steam is supposed to be comming to Linux as well as Desura which is another Steam like service is already on Linux and has been for over a year now. As for what Linux distro to use, personally I like Linux Mint Mate Edition, thoguh this may not be ideal for most people due to how the update system orks. You would likely be best served by using Ubuntu Linux and adding the Mate desktop sytem to the repositories. __________________ My Chars: Duo Maxwell, Knight, Ignis. Yo Momma, Conjurer, Ignis. Izana, Hunter, Ignis Bank Of Duo, Warrior, used as gear storage only cause we have no banks...

11-30-2012, 09:28 PM	#9
PT_DaAr_PT Baron Join Date: May 2008 Location: Portugal Posts: 940	If you only want to use Linux because people convinced you that RO runs faster on it, then common sense tells me to suggest you that you first try a Linux distribution out before you decide to completely switch to a different OS. Read Scias' post above mine just to be sure you're aware of the implications of switching operating systems. With that said, you can buy a computer with Windows pre-installed and install Linux in a separate partition; that will allow you to dual-boot, as somebody already suggested. This gives you the option to use both Windows and Linux whenever you want. You'll have to re-boot every time you want to switch, though. But before you go through all that trouble, you should try out Linux by burning a live cd. You can even do that on your current computer. I would recommend doing this first so you don't get fucked in the process--you might not like Linux. Read post above mine again. I would also recommend that you do some research before you try any of this, this can become quite complicated and troublesome for beginners. You should try to find a friend that understands Linux to help you out. __________________ Daar

11-30-2012, 03:19 PM	#2
roonwick Initiate Join Date: Nov 2010 Posts: 229	you could go dual boot, and install both. since I only play on linux, I cant say much to compare performance of RO. If you're buying a new computer, I wouldnt just let RO determine the OS.

11-30-2012, 07:57 PM	#5
Thrillem Secondary account Join Date: Jul 2009 Posts: 153	So basically almost everyone is using Linux as OS?

11-30-2012, 08:25 PM	#6
Eyfura Banned Join Date: Dec 2009 Posts: 150	If you have actually no interest in linux, I'd say go with windows. It will be most likely the easiest way. I don't think just RO is reason enough for linux as it works well on windows also. Also if you seriously would like linux, pay attention of your new computer's gpu. Nvidia used to be better for linux, not sure though if that is the case anymore as I haven't been following. I personally use linux, and have been using for last years as main system. I can say I'm happy with it. RO works well, not much complaints.

11-30-2012, 10:21 PM	#10
andres81 Count Join Date: Sep 2008 Posts: 1,690	I can't compare with Windows because I only have Linux but since the last updates, I mean the so called "improvements of the graphic engine" the OpenGL mode of Regnum is no longer what it was. Shadows on max distance don't work well, the highest render quality is not available, no normal antialiasing, water animation is ugly or even the water textures completely missing like in the new oasis near Samal and a lot of other issues.