Battle.net on Linux with Steam Proton (World of Warcraft Ready)
In this video, I show how to install and run Battle.net on Linux using Steam Proton, step by step.
This method works well for World of Warcraft and other Blizzard games, without relying on Lutris or Bottles.
If you prefer a written guide instead of watching the video, you can follow the full step-by-step instructions here:
👉 https://thepolitedoor.github.io/cachy...
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⚠️ Voice & Audio Notice
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The voice in this video was generated using an AI voice model trained on my own voice.
All instructions, commands, and explanations are written, tested, and verified by me.
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🖥️ Tested Environment
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• OS: CachyOS (Arch-based Linux)
• Desktop: Wayland
• Steam: Latest stable
• Proton: Proton Experimental, Proton 10
• Launcher: Battle.net
• Game: World of Warcraft
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⌨️ Commands Used (Copy & Paste)
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Download Battle.net
https://www.blizzard.com/download
Steam Launch Options
STEAM_COMPAT_DATA_PATH=/games/Steam/Battlenet %command%
⚠️ Full commands, troubleshooting, and updates:
👉 https://github.com/ThePoliteDoor/cach...
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⏱️ Chapters
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00:00 Intro
00:13 Adding Battle.net to Steam
02:00 First Launch & Install
03:14 Updating Battle.net Settings
04:12 Installing Games
04:54 Running World of Warcraft
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📌 Links
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Website & Written Guides:
https://thepolitedoor.github.io/cachy...
GitHub (commands & updates):
https://github.com/ThePoliteDoor/cach...