If for whatever crazy reason, you want to force Linux to use a Software OpenGL implementation, simply run this command before launching your application:
export LIBGL_ALWAYS_SOFTWARE=1I needed to do this to run Godot Engine on an old laptop that had no hardware OpenGL implementation, and it works like a charm.
When developing a game, it’s important to figure out the fun factor. During the critical design phase, it’s always a good idea to get your idea into a playable form. This is where prototyping comes in. The goal is to quickly create something tangible and get an idea of the “feel” of the game. From there we can tweak and improve or trash it altogether. Don’t focus on making it beautiful. Focus on making it playable!
So, you want to make video games and wondering where to start? This video I set up the prerequisites and some tips to start making video games.