Building a Linux-based Game Machine

[Amichai Rotman]

Hey All,

I'd like to build my own Linux-based Game Machine, for the kids.

Their original request was a Console Machine (Sony PS4) but I thought I'd
educate them with the Libre Software values...

I didn't realize how hard it will be!

They saved up their allowance and bought the following:

Asus H10 Mini ATX Motherboard/
Intel i5 CPU w/integrated GPU
2X8 GB DDR4 RAM
256GB SSD
2X SteamControllers

My original idea was to install SteamOS on it. It wouldn't install - got a
black screen after the first boot.

I ended up installing regular Ubuntu 16.04 and Steam client.

I am not a Gamer, so I find it hard to configure the Steam Controllers and
finding games - and make them work.

My kids are 11 and 12 years old, and don't have the skills necessary -
yet...

A friend from work told me to cut my losses and buy them the PS4 with a
couple of controllers and thus get rid of the head ache...

I am kinda tired of this - the whole thing started last September. Almost a
year ago!

I am writing to you with hope that one of you out there will be willing to
come over and help me out with making it work.

I live in Haifa.

Any thoughts / pointers / ideas / constructive criticism will be
appreciated.

Amichai Rotman.
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