New Delhi, Dec. 4 -- Valve is reportedly working on a new Android compatibility layer for Linux called "Lepton". It is based on Waydroid, and it is designed to run Android apps and games natively on Linux devices. It functions similarly to Valve's Proton layer, which enables Windows games to work seamlessly on Linux systems.

Lepton has been developed with a special focus on the Steam Frame VR headset, aiming to enable Android games and applications to run directly on the device. It utilises SteamOS, Valve's Linux-based operating system tailored for consoles and handheld gaming devices.This new compatibility layer will allow developers to port their Android games directly to Steam Frame and other devices powered by SteamOS, simplifying cr...