Bazzite Linux 44.20260820 Ships with Linux Kernel 7.2, GNOME 50, and Major Driver Upgrades for Gaming Handhelds
Bazzite has released its landmark stable update 44.20260820, built on Fedora 44, which delivers a massive kernel jump from Linux 6.17 to 7.2 alongside sweeping upgrades to GNOME 50, KDE Plasma 6.7, and Mesa 26.2.1 drivers. The immutable, image-based distribution now features the "ogc" kernel build optimized for gaming by the Open Gaming Collective, includes a major Bazaar app store update to 0.9.3, and adds new utility commands for AMD VRR and HDMI 2.1 configuration. Supporting a wide ecosystem of handhelds like the Steam Deck, ASUS ROG Ally, Lenovo Legion Go, and MSI Claw, as well as desktops and HTPCs, Bazzite positions itself as a stable, SteamOS-compatible alternative for Linux gaming. Users can rebaseline from existing installations or download fresh ISOs, taking advantage of the 90-day rollback capability to safely access cutting-edge hardware support without sacrificing system stability.
Bazzite Linux 44.20260820 Ships with Linux Kernel 7.2, GNOME 50, and Major Driver Upgrades for Gaming Handhelds
Bazzite has introduced its stable update 44.20260820, which features a significant upgrade to the Linux kernel, moving from version 6.17 to 7.2, along with updates to GNOME 50, KDE Plasma 6.7, and Mesa 26.2.1 drivers. This version is particularly optimized for gaming, as it includes patches from the Open Gaming Collective, ensuring better performance for gaming workloads across a range of devices, including handhelds like the Steam Deck and ASUS ROG Ally. The update also introduces a revamped Bazaar app store and new utility commands for AMD VRR and HDMI 2.1 configuration, while maintaining system stability with a 90-day rollback capability for users. Overall, Bazzite aims to establish itself as a robust alternative to SteamOS, providing cutting-edge software and hardware support without compromising system integrity
