I am not a big gamer, but I have found a few games that I do enjoy from time to time. So, this is a quick list of the games that I installed as part of my installation.
0 A.D.
I just ran across this article:
I Love Ubuntu: 0 A.D. Alpha 8 Haxāmaniš released with consistent additions
The screenshots and graphics are what caught my eye, and I decided to give it a try. It is an easy install after adding the repository, and then watch out: it will waste your time!
Here are the commands that I used to install it:
sudo add-apt-repository ppa:wfg/0ad sudo apt-get update sudo apt-get install 0ad
Super Tux Racer
This is a fun game that I have enjoyed for a while. My son really enjoys playing it as well. The open source characters are fun and creative. It also has challenges where you can unlock tracks.
Website: http://supertuxkart.sourceforge.net/
It is in the repository, so you can install it from the Software Center.
They also have a tutorial for creating tracks, but we’ll see if I get the time to do it. It looks like it would be fun to do, but it requires learning some new applications.
Also, I have waited so long to publish this, and now, I have had time to play with the version that installs with Ubuntu 12.10. It includes a multi-player feature!
Hedgewars
In college, I had some friends that had a game called Worms. It was a fun multi-player hot seat game. Hedgewars seems to work the same. I haven’t spent much time with it, but it seemed fun. I tried playing it with my nephew and son, but I noticed a few words that I didn’t think they should be around. I haven’t gone back to see if it has changed or no.
Website: http://hedgewars.org/
Super Tux
Super Tux is another one that we have enjoyed. It goes right along with the Super Tux Kart although I don’t think they are related in any way.
Website: http://supertux.lethargik.org/
The game plays like Super Mario. It’s side scrolling with similar levels.
Neverball
Neverball is another game that I enjoyed a while back. It was similar to a labyrinth on steriods. You would control the board with your mouse, so you need good mouse and balance skills.
Website: http://neverball.org/
Chrome Games
Now, while we are listing games, don’t forget the Chrome Web Store. These games are just as good as the full desktop ones, so I don’t see why they can’t make the list. Poppit and Entanglement have given me some entertainment. You can’t forget Angry Birds. That’s been a huge hit in our family.