π§ͺ Test Setup
- Distro: Arch Linux (Kernel 6.5.2-zen)
- CPU: AMD Ryzen 9 7950X
- GPU: NVIDIA RTX 4080 (Driver: 555.xx)
- Proton Version: Proton Experimental (2025-08-10 build)
- Game Version: Steam release, DX12 enabled
β Compatibility Summary
| Feature | Status |
|---|---|
| Launches | β Out of the box |
| Raytracing | β Enabled via DX12 |
| DLSS | β Works without tweaks |
| Performance | π₯ Avg 120 FPS @ 1440p Ultra |
| Tweaks Needed | β None required |
π§ Notes
- Raytracing works natively via DX12 with Proton Experimental.
- DLSS enabled from in-game settings, no launch flags needed.
- No stuttering or shader compilation issues observed.
πΈ Screenshots
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/images/control-raytracing.jpgto yourstatic/images/folder.
π§© Verdict
Control is a gold-standard example of how well single-player raytraced titles can run on Linux with minimal friction. No tweaks, no dramaβjust plug and play.