The NTSYNC driver, designed to optimize Windows games on Linux via Wine and Proton, should finally be integrated into the Linux 6.14 kernel.

In a world where more and more gamers are turning to the operating system Linux, the ability to run their favorite Windows games without a hitch is always top of mind. The novelty of the pilot NTSYNC raises great hope, promising to improve the performance of games under Wine And Proton. This article explores this technological advancement that could transform the gaming experience on Linux.

What is NTSYNC driver?

Definition and features

The pilot NTSYNC was developed to tackle synchronization issues that can hamper the gaming experience when using compatibility software like Wine And Proton. By integrating this driver directly into the kernel Linux, developers aim to reduce bottlenecks related to remote procedure calls (RPC). This should provide better control over essential gaming operations.

Main objectives

  • Improve Windows game performance on Linux
  • Reduce latency and response times
  • Optimize the use of hardware resources

How NTSYNC stands out from previous solutions

How NTSYNC stands out from previous solutions

History of existing solutions, such as esync And fsync, have already made performance improvements. However, the development of NTSYNC stands out for its integration into the very heart of the operating system. This means that all users of Linux will benefit from this new functionality without having to change their configuration.

Expected benefits of NTSYNC integration

Boosted performance in games

The improvements planned by the integration of NTSYNC should result in notable performance gains in several titles. Here is a list of concrete examples:

  • Anger Foot: potential improvement of 43%
  • Call of Juarez: possible increase of 125%
  • Dirt 3: estimated gain of 678%

Potential performance table

🎮 Game ⏳ Performance before NTSYNC 🚀 Performance after NTSYNC 📈 Improvement
Anger Football 69 FPS 99 FPS 43%
Call of Juarez 99.8 FPS 224.1 FPS 125%
Dirt 3 110.6 FPS 860.7 FPS 678%

Conclusion without concluding words

Conclusion without concluding words

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