Opera GX
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| Developer(s) | Opera Software |
|---|---|
| Initial release | June 11, 2019 |
| Written in | C++ |
| Operating system | Android, iOS, iPadOS, Linux, macOS, Microsoft Windows |
| Type | Web browser |
| License | Freeware |
| Website | www |
Opera GX is a version of the web browser Opera built for gamers, It was released on June 11 2019.
History
On 5 September 2019, Opera winner a Red Dot award in the Interface and User Experience Design category for Opera GX.[1]
On 20 May 2021, a mobile version of Opera GX was released on iOS and Android.
On 12 November of the same year, Opera GX Mobile was awarded another Red Dot award in both the Apps category and the Interface and User Experience Design: Mobile UIs category.[2]
On 19 August 2023, Opera GX introduced a VTuber named GX Aura for their social media accounts; she later became the mascot for the browser.[3][4]
On 28 November of the same year, Opera GX launched a new advertising campaign titled "Bury Boring", featuring actor and comedian Eric André smashing and burying computers not using Opera GX.[5][6] The advertising campaign also included a splash screen whenever the browser is launched during the campaign with slashing sounds and André yelling out the browser's name. While well received by many of its user base, many criticized Opera GX's actions.
In 2025, Opera made an advertising campaign titled "Your Setup wants Opera GX" which had a quest on Discord that lasted until 26 November.[7] The reward was 700 Orbs.
On 19 March 2026, Opera GX released for Linux.
References
- ↑ "Red Dot Design Award". 5 September 2019.
- ↑ Szyndzielorz, Julia (2021-11-12). "Opera dominates the Red Dot Award 2021 by winning three Red Dots for Opera GX and Hype". Opera News. Retrieved 2024-03-29.
- ↑ "Opera GX web browser debuts "silly" VTuber GX Aura". Dexerto. 2023-08-19. Retrieved 2023-11-28.
- ↑ 【Debut Highlights】GX Aura Has Been Activated!, 23 August 2023, retrieved 2023-11-28
- ↑ ERIC ANDRE BURIES BORING, 28 November 2023, retrieved 2023-11-28
- ↑ "Eric André and Opera GX bury boring browsers in chaotic rampage". www.prnewswire.com (Press release). Retrieved 2023-11-28.
- ↑ "Your setup wants opera gx". Opera GX.