Roblox supports many platforms, but Linux users have been left out—until now. Thanks to an app called Sober, you can play Roblox perfectly on your Linux device. So without further ado, let’s take a look at how to download and use Sober Roblox.
What is Sober?
Sober is an application built to make playing Roblox on Linux desktops seamless. Previously, gamers relied on methods such as Wine, Android emulators or virtual machines, but these approaches are now outdated. According to the official website, Sober provides a runtime for the Android version of Roblox, effectively bridging the gap between Android and Linux.
Before we dive into the details, it’s important to note that Sober is a closed source app and has not been officially licensed by Roblox Studios. So proceed at your own risk as you might encounter issues like crash, key binding mismatches and lag.
How to download and install Sober on Linux
Before you download Sober on your Linux system, you will need to install Flatpak:
- Open a terminal
- Add the Flatpak repository by running the command: sudo add-apt-repository ppa:alexlarsson/flatpak.
- Update your packing list with: sudo apt update.
- Install Flatpak by running: sudo apt install flatpak.
- (Optional) If you want to use a graphical interface, install GNOME Software support with: sudo apt install gnome-software-plugin-flatpak.
- Restart your system to complete the installation.
Once you’ve installed Flatpak, all you have to do is enter the command line: flatpak install –user in your terminal to download Sober on your system. You can also go to theirs official website if the command line doesn’t work for you.
How to download Roblox with Sober
Once you have Sober running, follow these steps to install Roblox on Linux:
- Download the Roblox Android APK from a trusted source.
- Launch Sober on your system and click “Choose an application”
- Select the APK file you downloaded and install it.
- Finally, the application will restart and you can log into your Roblox account.
You can easily play Roblox games on your Linux system using your keyboard and mouse, thanks to Sober’s automatic management.
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