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[–] ben_dover@lemmy.ml 8 points 1 month ago (2 children)

i'd argue that a console running linux would be a PC, even if it's plugged into your living room tv

[–] chillinit@lemmynsfw.com 2 points 1 month ago

I'd argue the replaceable parts and software are what defines a PC for the vast majority of users. Small subsets of users may chase FPS or the highest quality render. But, the vast majority spend more today to spend less long term and want to be in control of their software and hardware.

[–] Knock_Knock_Lemmy_In@lemmy.world 1 points 1 month ago* (last edited 1 month ago) (1 children)

I would argue that a PC without a keyboard, dedicated to gaming is a console.

Was the PS3 fat a PC? It ran Linux.

[–] ben_dover@lemmy.ml 1 points 1 month ago (1 children)

i'd differentiate it by the kind of it's ui. linux will still feel like a desktop operating system, made for mouse and keyboard, whereas the console has a controller friendly interface. probably not much of an issue if you boot into steam directly through.

genuinely curious, is there any linux DE that is optimised for being connected to a tv and controlled by remote/gamepad from the couch?

There's a few retro distros but I'm no expert.