4 More Linux Games to Distract You From Work

Written By
Web Webster
Web Webster
Dec 2, 2010

“As Linux gains more popularity, the number of major commercial
game vendors supporting Linux has not increased, but independent
developers are certainly taking notice. Here are four more Linux
games that are sure to distract you from real work. Be sure to play
them only when your boss is not looking. Enjoy!

“1. Grappling Hook

License: Commercial
Price: $14.95

“A highly addictive game, Grappling Hook has you taken prisoner
by some sort of “big brother” alien organization that likes to
study humans like rats in a maze. Along the same lines as the hit
game Portal, Grappling Hook is probably best described as a puzzle
platform game. Each level requires you to simply find a way to the
end while avoiding obstacles that will lead to your untimely
demise. One of the unique tools at your disposal is the grappling
hook itself. If attached to a green wall, the hook can pull you
across a room, lift you over a dangerous pit, or even save you from
a dangerous fall in mid air.”


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Web Webster

Web Webster

Web Webster has more than 20 years of writing and editorial experience in the tech sector. He’s written and edited news, demand generation, user-focused, and thought leadership content for business software solutions, consumer tech, and Linux Today, he edits and writes for a portfolio of tech industry news and analysis websites including webopedia.com, and DatabaseJournal.com.

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