Class Is in Session: GeForce NOW Levels Up Linux, Chromebooks and More
NVIDIA’s GeForce NOW cloud gaming service launches a native Linux app out of beta, adds cloud optimizations, and expands Chromebook support with a free year offer for new owners.
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NVIDIA announced the GeForce NOW Linux app has exited beta, offering a stable native client built on community feedback. The release supports Ubuntu 24.04 and later, with a new Flatpak repository simplifying installation and updates. Users can access GeForce RTX-level performance without local hardware upgrades or compatibility issues, running on their preferred Linux setup.
Cloud-side optimizations reduce latency in DLSS Frame Generation, improving responsiveness during 60 or 120 fps streaming at 1440p and 4K resolutions. Performance members receive additional server-side CPU optimizations for demanding titles, enhancing frame rates automatically at no extra cost. These updates apply across all supported devices without requiring member intervention.
GeForce NOW now enables Chromebooks to function as high-performance gaming PCs, allowing students to stream over 2,000 PC games from existing libraries. The service supports a wide range of devices, including Macs, Surface devices, laptops, Steam Deck, and mobile devices, with cloud rendering handling the processing load.
Eligible new Chromebook and Chromebook+ owners can claim a free year of GeForce NOW through Chromebook Fast Pass, which includes priority access and ad-free streaming. The announcement coincides with nine new game additions to the GeForce NOW library, expanding available titles for subscribers.