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STEP-BY-STEP: Adding games to Steam (Proton) and installing dependencies through Protontricks

Crosspost from: https://lemmy.dbzer0.com/post/38810596

Hi everybody! I just created Linux Crack Support (feel free to join). This guide is also freshly baked straight from the oven, still warm. It's a guide for how to add non-steam games (sourced from anywhere really) onto your Linux system. This means it also works for your Steam Deck, which is an awesome thing! So I am hereby cross posting this guide to help you all.

In the world of gaming on Linux, using tools like Steam with Proton and Lutris with Wine can significantly enhance your experience by allowing you to play Windows-exclusive games. However, sometimes games require specific dependencies to run smoothly. This guide will walk you through the process of adding games to both Steam and Lutris, as well as how to install the necessary dependencies using information from SteamDB.

Part 1: Adding Games to Steam with Proton

  1. **Install Ste