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Bluestar Linux screenshot

Bluestar Linux

Bluestar Linux is a GNU/Linux distribution that is based on Arch Linux. The Bluestar distribution features up to date packages, a full range of desktop and multimedia software in the default installation and a live desktop DVD.

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PikaOS Linux screenshot

PikaOS Linux

PikaOS Linux is a Linux distribution based on Debian's cutting-edge "Unstable" branch, optimised for gaming. It is designed to provide out-of-the-box gaming experience, excellent performance with up-to-date drivers and custom-tweaked Linux kernel, and a choice of GNOME or KDE Plasma desktops, with separate editions that use the Hyprland Wayland compositor.

Technical Specs Comparison
Bluestar LinuxPikaOS Linux
ArchBaseDebian (Unstable)
pacman / flatpak, pkgPackage Managerdeb, flatpak
systemdInit Systemsystemd
Rolling ReleaseRelease ModelFixed Release
Latest Version
IntermediateDifficultyIntermediate
June 9, 2026Release DateApril 4, 2026
x86_64
Architecture
x86_64
KDE PlasmaCOSMICGNOMEHyprlandniri
Desktops
KDE PlasmaCOSMICGNOMEHyprlandniri