Zorin OS 18 - Hytale and Kernel 6.15

[Peng1104]

I wanted to play the new hytale game that will release in 3 days but it says that It needs the Kernel 6.15, but Zorin uses the Linux 6.14.0-37-generic is there a way to upgrade the Kernel whiout braking the distro?

[Forpli]

Yes, you can use the mainline installer tool or liquorix:

[HOW TO] Easily install a later Kernel (Needs Net Connection)

Updated as of Mar 28 2025 To install the Mainline Installer: add the repository: sudo add-apt-repository ppa:cappelikan/ppa Update sources and install: sudo apt update && sudo apt install mainline Launch Mainline from App Menu or terminal, and select the kernel you wish to test. To use TuxInvader Kernel: These are not Microsoft signed, so Secure Boot must be disabled in BIOS Settings. Add repository: If using Zorin OS 16: sudo add-apt-repository ppa:tuxinvader/lts-mainline If usi…

[Peng1104]

Thanks for the guide! After reading it and researching more about mainline kernels, I found a way to update the kernel on Zorin. In the end, I decided to install the 6.17 OEM kernel for my Dell Laptop. The great thing is that with this kernel, I didn't need to disable Secure Boot.