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# CreamLinux
CreamLinux is a GUI application for Linux that simplifies the management of DLC in Steam games. It provides a user-friendly interface to install and configure CreamAPI (for native Linux games) and SmokeAPI (for Windows games running through Proton).
## Watch the demo here:
[![Watch the demo](./src/assets/screenshot.png)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZunhZnKFLlg)
## Beta Status
⚠️ **IMPORTANT**: CreamLinux is currently in BETA. This means:
- Some features may be incomplete or subject to change
- You might encounter bugs or unexpected behavior
- The application is under active development
- Your feedback and bug reports are invaluable
While the core functionality is working, please be aware that this is an early release. Im continuously working to improve stability, add features, and enhance the user experience. Please report any issues you encounter on [GitHub Issues page](https://github.com/Novattz/creamlinux-installer/issues).
## Features
- **Auto-discovery**: Automatically finds Steam games installed on your system
- **Native support**: Installs CreamLinux for native Linux games
- **Proton support**: Installs SmokeAPI for Windows games running through Proton
- **DLC management**: Easily select which DLCs to enable
- **Modern UI**: Clean, responsive interface that's easy to use
## Installation
### AppImage (Recommended)
1. Download the latest `creamlinux.AppImage` from the [Releases](https://github.com/Novattz/creamlinux-installer/releases) page
2. Make it executable:
```bash
chmod +x creamlinux.AppImage
```
3. Run it:
```bash
./creamlinux.AppImage
```
For Nvidia users use this command:
```
WEBKIT_DISABLE_DMABUF_RENDERER=1 ./creamlinux.AppImage
```
### Building from Source
#### Prerequisites
- Rust 1.77.2 or later
- Node.js 18 or later
- webkit2gtk-4.1 (libwebkit2gtk-4.1 for debian)
- npm or yarn
#### Steps
1. Clone the repository:
```bash
git clone https://github.com/novattz/creamlinux.git
cd creamlinux
```
2. Install dependencies:
```bash
npm install # or yarn
```
3. Build the application:
```bash
NO_STRIP=true npm run tauri build
```
4. The compiled binary will be available in `src-tauri/target/release/creamlinux`
### Desktop Integration
If you're using the AppImage version, you can integrate it into your desktop environment:
1. Create a desktop entry file:
```bash
mkdir -p ~/.local/share/applications
```
2. Create `~/.local/share/applications/creamlinux.desktop` with the following content (adjust the path to your AppImage):
```
[Desktop Entry]
Name=Creamlinux
Exec=/absolute/path/to/CreamLinux.AppImage
Icon=/absolute/path/to/creamlinux-icon.png
Type=Application
Categories=Game;Utility;
Comment=DLC Manager for Steam games on Linux
```
3. Update your desktop database so creamlinux appears in your app launcher:
```bash
update-desktop-database ~/.local/share/applications
```
## Troubleshooting
### Common Issues
- **Game doesn't load**: Make sure the launch options are correctly set in Steam
- **DLCs not showing up**: Try refreshing the game list and reinstalling
- **Cannot find Steam**: Ensure Steam is installed and you've launched it at least once
### Debug Logs
Logs are stored at: `~/.cache/creamlinux/creamlinux.log`
## License
This project is licensed under the MIT License - see the [LICENSE](LICENSE.md) file for details.
## Credits
- [Creamlinux](https://github.com/anticitizn/creamlinux) - Native DLC support
- [SmokeAPI](https://github.com/acidicoala/SmokeAPI) - Proton support
- [Tauri](https://tauri.app/) - Framework for building the desktop application
- [React](https://reactjs.org/) - UI library