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Age of Empires (II: DE, III: DE, IV)
runs well on Linux, particularly via Steam Proton, with many players reporting stable single-player and multiplayer experiences using Proton 8.0 or Proton Experimental. Key fixes include using launch options like %command% SKIPINTRO and ensuring proper Proton versions to avoid desyncs.
Key Tips for Playing AoE on Linux:
Steam Proton: The most reliable method. Use ProtonDB to check current community ratings and configurations.
Proton Versions: For Age II: DE, Proton 8.0-4 or newer is recommended.
Multiplayer Fixes: If experiencing desync in AoE II or IV, you may need to update to a recent Proton Experimental/bleeding-edge build, as patches have improved connectivity.
Alternative: 0 A.D. is a native, open-source RTS alternative similar to AoE, available through standard package managers.