Frequently Asked Questions

HubOS is a custom Linux distribution built for gamers. It's based on Bazzite (Fedora Atomic) and comes pre-configured with everything you need to game on Linux — GPU drivers, Steam, Proton, performance tools — plus the 24HG community hub with 88+ game servers, voice chat, tournaments, and more.

Yes, completely free and open source (MIT license). The 24HG Hub is also free to use. Some premium features on the Hub (like VIP server perks) are optional paid upgrades.

Those are great gaming distros, but they're generic — they give you tools and leave you to figure it out. HubOS integrates the 24HG gaming community directly into the OS. You boot up and you're already connected to 88+ servers, voice chat, tournaments, and a full community platform. No other distro does this.

Yes. The installer supports "Install alongside" which shrinks your Windows partition and installs HubOS next to it. You'll get a boot menu to choose which OS to start.

No. HubOS works as a standalone gaming Linux distro even without a 24HG account. But creating a free account unlocks the full experience — server browser, chat, tournaments, economy, etc.

Yes. The NVIDIA variant includes proprietary NVIDIA drivers pre-configured. GTX 900 series and newer are fully supported. Download the "NVIDIA" ISO variant.

Yes. AMD GPUs have the best Linux support via the open-source Mesa drivers, which are included in the base image. Download the "Desktop" ISO variant.

A Steam Deck variant is in development. The Desktop variant may work but isn't optimized for the Deck's handheld controls.

Supported. Use the NVIDIA variant. Bazzite (our base) handles NVIDIA Optimus/PRIME switching automatically.

HubOS inherits Fedora's hardware support, which is extensive. Most Wi-Fi chips, Bluetooth adapters, controllers, headsets, and peripherals work out of the box. If you have issues, run hubos-diag --paste and share the URL in our Discord #support channel.

Yes. Steam's Proton compatibility layer runs most Windows games. Check ProtonDB to see if your specific game works. Non-Steam Windows games can run via Lutris or Heroic (both pre-installed).

Many games with EasyAntiCheat and BattlEye now support Linux/Proton. Games like Rust, Apex Legends, and Elden Ring work. Some games (like Valorant, FACEIT CS2) still require Windows. Check ProtonDB for specific games.

Multiple ways:

• Hub app: Click any server in the server browser
• System tray: Right-click the 24HG icon → Quick Connect
• Terminal: Type connect-rust, connect-cs2, etc.
• Links: Click any 24hg://connect/... link (Discord, browser, anywhere)
• Steam: 24HG servers are pre-added to your favorites

MangoHud is a performance overlay that shows FPS, GPU/CPU usage, temperatures, and frame timing while gaming. Press F12 to toggle it on/off in any game. It's pre-configured with 24HG-themed colors.

GameMode (by Feral Interactive) automatically optimizes your CPU and GPU when a game is running — sets the CPU governor to performance, adjusts GPU clocks, and more. It's enabled by default and works with Steam games automatically.

HubOS uses atomic updates (via rpm-ostree). The system checks for updates daily at 4 AM and downloads them in the background. You'll get a desktop notification when an update is ready. Just reboot to apply. If anything goes wrong, you can instantly roll back: rpm-ostree rollback.

Extremely unlikely. Atomic updates are all-or-nothing — if the update fails to download or apply, your current system is untouched. And you always have the previous version available to roll back to. This is fundamentally safer than traditional Linux distros.

Yes, but the recommended way is via Flatpak (for GUI apps) or rpm-ostree install (for system packages). The base system is immutable, which keeps it stable, but you can layer packages on top.

Join our Discord and post in #support. Run hubos-diag --paste to generate a diagnostics report and share the URL — it includes your hardware info, driver status, and recent errors.