The EndeavourOS team has officially released EndeavourOS Mercury, the latest version of their Arch Linux-based distribution. This update brings KDE Plasma 6.2.5, the Linux 6.13 kernel, and numerous improvements for a more seamless and visually appealing experience.

What’s New in EndeavourOS Mercury?

1. Latest KDE Plasma 6.2.5 and Xfce 4.20

The live ISO and offline installation now feature KDE Plasma 6.2.5 by default, while users can also opt for Xfce 4.20 during installation. Other supported desktop environments include GNOME, Budgie, Cinnamon, and MATE.

2. Dark Theme by Default

• KDE Plasma, GNOME, Xfce, Budgie, Cinnamon, and MATE sessions now use a dark theme by default.
• Xfce’s theme has been adjusted to align with its default look.
• GNOME’s session automatically switches between dark and light wallpapers.

3. Improved Installation Experience

EndeavourOS Mercury includes an updated Calamares graphical installer, offering a smoother setup process. Enhancements include:

• Memory test for EFI systems on the live ISO.
• Fixes for Legacy BIOS installations.
• Resolved EFI selection issues (no more duplicate entries).
• Support for copying both ranked mirror lists before installation.

4. Updated Graphics and Applications

This release also includes:

• Mesa 24.3.4 graphics stack for improved GPU support.
• Mozilla Firefox 135, the latest version of the popular web browser.

How to Get EndeavourOS Mercury

It is available for download now from the official website. Since EndeavourOS follows a rolling-release model, existing users only need to run:

This command ensures your system stays up to date without reinstalling the OS.

Final Thoughts

EndeavourOS Mercury delivers the latest KDE Plasma and Linux 6.13, a refreshed dark theme experience, and various installation improvements. Whether you’re a new or existing user, this release continues to refine the Arch-based Linux experience.

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