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Doom3 on Linux Using WineX

Posted by Zonk on from the some-gore-is-better-than-no-gore dept.

Slashdotess writes "If you can't wait for the native Linux client, it seems Doom 3 can now be enjoyed under WineX. This installer is based on a guide by Rob Smith."

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  1. Why? by Gaima · · Score: 2, Insightful

    You have to wonder why you would want to do this, when the native linux client is right round the corner...

    Unless you have to play it RIGHT NOW!!, of course :)

  2. Re:Doom 3 DirectLame by homeobocks · · Score: 2, Insightful

    Actually, both of you are partially wrong. Doom 3 uses DirectX components (like DirectSound, DirectInput), but, instead of using Direct3d and DirectDraw, it uses OpenGL. In short, Doom 3 (win32 client) uses both DirectX and OpenGL. Just not Direct3d or DirectDraw.

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