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Creating A Bootable X86_64 Stormux Gaming Image

Here are a few ways to write the x86_64 Stormux Gaming Image to disk. Following these instructions will ensure you have as few problems as possible getting a working Gaming Image.DD for LinuxIf you are on Linux and wish to create a bootable Stormux Gaming Image, the easiest method is to use dd.Be 100 percent sure you have the correct destination drive. The dd program will happily overwrite your current installation, no questions asked. If you are not completely sure you have the right drive, ple...

Initial X86_64 Gaming Image Released

It's finally here! The day you all, well most of you anyway, voted for. The initial X86_64 version of the gaming image is being uploaded. This comes after hours and hours of work, (more than one 14 hour day).The new images should be pretty much identical. There are some things on the X86_64 image not supported on the AARCH64 image yet, e.g. Steam. This is mostly an upgrades/proof of concept release. So long as there aren't a lot of bugs reported, I should be able to get back into adding ...

X86_64 Stormux Gaming Images

This is an informational post as well as a poll. First, Wicked quest is now in early release. There are three downloadable files, one for windows, one for Linux x86_64, and the source code. Hopefully this means everyone will be able to play. There are changes in Linux systems spread out recently, so the x86_64 version may not work everywhere, but the source code will work. Requirements for the game are listed in requirements.txt.The new image is now available. There were a ton of changes structu...

July Update

Lots of changes are coming to the game image. I am testing a few final things before posting the latest image. I want to be sure the release is stable for everyone. I plan on having it up by the third at the very latest.Just for informational purposes, I think going forth, images will be posted by the third of each month. If critical fixes are required, the fix image will be released on the fifteenth. Hopefully the critical fix release will be seldomly needed.Upcoming changes include more games,...

Gaming Image Update

There's new and exciting stuff coming. The testing of the new gaming image has concluded, and the latest image is now available at:https://stormux.org/patreonNow available in the latest image, the ability to upload and set a Voxin voice as the default voice for the image, Bug fixes to the music player, more games, and the ability to record your gaming sessions. For a full list of changes, check the change log available in the help and documentation menu.Coming July first, stand alone downloa...

More Perks for Patrons!

As a way to say thank you to all of you who support the Stormux project, I am happy to introduce a specialized Stormux gaming image. You can always grab the latest version from https://stormux.org/patreonThe link requires a user name and password that are used to access the content. The username is "patron" without the quotes. The password will be shared monthly in a post.Be sure to review the offerings from time to time, because more than just the image will be available. For example, I...

Credits File for New Project

There is something new, and big, in the works. If you would like to be added to the credits for this project, please send me your name and optionally a url you would like to have posted with it. The format will be something like:Name:https://url

Stormux Podcast Episode 4

Stormux Podcast Episode 3

The third episode of the Stormux podcast. Announcing a new project.

Stormux Podcast Episode 2

The second episode. Interesting discussion of current events.

Episode 1

It's the first episode. Introductions, some Stormux current and upcoming events. A surprise for October.

BPG Coupon Code

Hi everyone,Instead of uploading a new version every time in multiple places, I created a coupon code. So, if you visit the shop at:https://stormux.org/product/bpgGo through the checkout process to order BPG. When you get to the coupon box, enter the following code to get access to the download for free. Note that this code expires on the 10th. The code is:testicularfortitudeYou will be able to use the download link from the order to get all future updates. Remember your final price should be $0...

BPG Update Jul 31 2021

This latest version of the game adds several new minigames including "Skeletal Bard" as well as a lot of code cleanup. There is more to be done, but I wanted to share this increment because it is very fun already.

BPG July 27, 2021

Here is the latest version of BPG with lots of nifty changes. Thanks for being a patron. :)

Latest BPG July 23, 2021

I tried uploading the latest bpg to the original article, but it did not delete the old one, so I guess I have to make a new post for each release. I put the date in the title so you dcan make sure it's the latest one. This update fixes a couple minor bugs that a few people told me about.The game is reported as Mac compatable, and discussion of how to get it working is on the [audiogame.net forum](https://forum.audiogames.net/topic/41557/bpg-a-linux-only-game/).

BPG, a Stormux Game

As a way of saying thank you for supporting Stormux, you are getting first access to this new game. It runs in your Linux terminal, either console or desktop. The game will be available elsewhere later for a cost of $10. Remember to check back as the game is still being developed, and the downloadable file here will be updated from time to time.

Audiogame Manager 64 Bit Support Improved

In the testing branch of audiogame-manager is a sample of the newly available 64 bit wine prefix. New installations of the game "Bloodshed" will be using this 64 bit option. All patrons in any tier can try this out by checking out the testing branch, remove the old copy of "Bloodshed" if it is installed, then install it again.The default voice in this setup is RHVoice with BDL. It will probably stay in testing for a while because I have to test it on several OS to make sure it wo...

Intro to Bash

The first Stormux class, introduction to bash, is being held Friday January 15 2021 at 02:00 PM EDT. To attend please join mumble.stormux.org on mumble. Normally this class would only be available to patrons in the $5 tier and higher. I have extended this offering to include everyone on all tiers. It's just my way of saying thank you for being a Patron.If you do attend, please use headphones so there is not a lot of echo and background noise during the class.