Preface For years, I’ve wanted to build a Steam Box: a generic PC, repurposed into a Steam-powered gaming console. Prior to the advent of the Steam Deck, there had been two long-standing issues that kept me from making this happen. The first blocker was Linux game compatibility. Plenty of ink has been spilled already on Proton and how it has changed the Linux gaming landscape; I don’t think I need to add to that.

SoundBounds is a first-of-its-kind soundtracking mod for Minecraft, allowing players to define sophisticated region-based soundtracks for their worlds. Like Minecraft itself, SoundBounds uses OpenAL (through LWJGL) for its sound engine, allowing for virtually seamless in-game integration and smooth, artifact-free fades and effects. Additionally, it offers a variety of community-focused features such as artist promo links (accessible through its now-playing command), definable groups and featured artists!