{"id":558588,"date":"2026-04-30T11:13:12","date_gmt":"2026-04-30T11:13:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/uk\/558588\/"},"modified":"2026-04-30T11:13:12","modified_gmt":"2026-04-30T11:13:12","slug":"you-can-now-install-linux-on-your-ps5-transforming-it-into-a-steam-machine","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/uk\/558588\/","title":{"rendered":"You Can Now Install Linux on Your PS5, Transforming It into a Steam Machine"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Fans of the PS3\u2019s infamous OtherOS feature<\/a> \u2013 which was axed from the console, leading to a class action lawsuit \u2013 may be excited to learn there\u2019s now a way to install Linux on your PS5.<\/p>\n

We saw footage of boffin Andy Nguyen\u2019s custom installation<\/a> earlier in the year, where he managed to get GTA 5<\/a> running with enhanced ray tracing at 60fps via Ubuntu.<\/p>\n

And now he\u2019s shared the installation steps on GitHub<\/a>, so you can try it out for yourself. While he says there\u2019s no risk to your hardware, obviously approach this with caution if you do decide to give it a go.<\/p>\n

The catch is you\u2019ll need a disc-based console running firmware versions 3.xx or 4.xx. There\u2019s no support for the latest 5.xx firmware iterations, or the older 1.xx or 2.xx builds right now.<\/p>\n

I ported Linux to the PS5 and turned it into a Steam Machine. Running GTA 5 Enhanced with Ray Tracing. \ud83e\udd2f pic.twitter.com\/aMbT0PQ1dS<\/a>\u2014 Andy Nguyen (@theflow0) March 6, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n

It\u2019s also worth noting that this is a soft mod, which means it will be wiped with each reboot. Nguyen is working on a way to retain the Linux install in Rest Mode, and says that feature may roll out in the future. For now, though, be aware you\u2019ll need to reinstall the OS each time you power cycle your system.<\/p>\n

Output at 1080p, 1440p, and 2160p is supported, but only currently at 60Hz. Again, the dev is looking into expanding support for 30Hz and 120Hz.<\/p>\n

Obviously, this is something that will only really primarily appeal to tinkerers, but if you have the requisite hardware \u2013 running the right firmware version \u2013 and you want to give it a try for yourself, you can find all the information you need on GitHub<\/a>.<\/p>\n

There\u2019s also a Discord<\/a> available if you require further troubleshooting support.<\/p>\n

[source github.com<\/a>, via theverge.com<\/a>]<\/p>\n

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\"Sammy<\/p>\n

As the Editor of Push Square, Sammy has over 15 years of experience analysing the world of PlayStation, from PS3 through PS5 and everything in between. He\u2019s an expert on PS Studios and industry matters, as well as sports games and simulators. He also enjoys RPGs when he has the time to dedicate to them, and is a bit of a gacha whale.<\/p>\n