How to Play Mech Arena on Linux
To play Mech Arena on Linux, you will need the following:
- Steam
- ProtonUp-Qt
- Plarium Play launcher
- A Plarium account (email + password login).
You cannot log in using Google or other external services.
Step-by-Step Guide
- Install Proton GE using ProtonUp-Qt
- Open ProtonUp-Qt.
- Add the latest Proton GE version to Steam.
- The version that works best for me is Proton GE 10-28.
2. Configure Proton in Steam
- Open Steam.
- Add the Plarium Play launcher as a non-Steam game.
- Right-click the launcher → Properties → Compatibility.
- Enable “Force the use of a specific Steam Play compatibility tool.”
- Select Proton GE and choose the latest installed version.
3. Run the Plarium Launcher
- Launch the Plarium Play launcher from Steam.
- Wait for all required files to download.
4. Log in to Plarium
- Enter your email and password.
- Do not use Google or any other third-party login method.
5. Download and Play Mech Arena
- Download Mech Arena from within the launcher.
- Once installed, you can start playing without issues.