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Terrence O'Brien
The Linux kernel is gaining support for Rock Band 4 guitars for some reason.

Linux gaming is getting better every day, but I’m not sure that anyone had this on their 2026 bingo card. Support for guitar controllers is being baked directly into the Linux 7.0 kernel, including some licensed models, such as the PDP RiffMaster and CRKD Gibson SG.

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