Anyone play runescape on a machine with linux? My past experiences were kinda crappy (poor performance), but I'm going to have to use linux next semester. Anybody know any good distribution that runs java nicely?

I use the latest version of Ubuntu and it works well. Just have to open Runescape when its the sole Firefox window open. (A bit of a bug with the Linux Java distro)

I use the latest version of Ubuntu and it works well. Just have to open Runescape when its the sole Firefox window open. (A bit of a bug with the Linux Java distro)

Nice, thank you.

It is going to have more to do with the specs of your computer than the distro of linux, as they all run the same JRE (as long as you keep it updated). Of course, some distros may have more effects or background processes, which could also impact performance. Ubuntu is definitely a good stable option and pretty easy to use compared to many others.

 

Oh, and I have been using Google Chrome on linux, and it works very well. Seems to run better than firefox for me, but your results may vary.

It is going to have more to do with the specs of your computer than the distro of linux, as they all run the same JRE (as long as you keep it updated). Of course, some distros may have more effects or background processes, which could also impact performance. Ubuntu is definitely a good stable option and pretty easy to use compared to many others.

 

Oh, and I have been using Google Chrome on linux, and it works very well. Seems to run better than firefox for me, but your results may vary.

 

 

I can run runescape on max settings without a hitch on W7, but it was kinda glitchy and dodgy on Ubuntu. Might be due to poor graphical drivers, I don't know.

Yea, Windows performance will always be a bit better as long as your machine isn't loaded with background programs running or spyware/viruses. I was talking more along the lines of the particular Linux distribution you chose than a comparison across multiple operating systems.

 

Graphic drivers could be an issue. Ubuntu is pretty good at keeping your drivers up to date, but it is still a good idea to manually check the manufacturers website to see if there is a newer version available.

I've noticed I can use the max graphics on RS quite easily, but it tends to force the computer to do a bit more work than on Windows. So yeah, it can work but depends on a number of factors.

I run ArchLinux, performance for me is better than with Windows, I also have less connection problems. I do have to play in safe mode (which I did on Windows as well), otherwise I get a lot of flashing (then again, my laptop is old).