The Xubuntu team has announced the release of Xubuntu 25.10, codenamed Questing Quokka. This regular release will be supported for nine months, until July 2026.

Xubuntu 25.10 includes the latest updates from Xfce 4.20 and GNOME 49. The new Xfce release focuses on stability and enhanced Wayland support, offering a smoother experience for users exploring modern display systems. GNOME 49 applications have been further refined for better usability, providing a balanced and polished desktop experience. Additionally, MATE 1.26 applications continue to be part of the office suite.

For an overview of all Ubuntu 25.10 flavors, see our Ubuntu 25.10 release coverage.

Highlights

• Xfce 4.20 introduces stability improvements and better Wayland integration.
• GNOME 49 applications include usability enhancements and visual refinements.
• MATE 1.26 remains included for productivity and office needs.

Minor integration issues remain in this release but are expected to be addressed in the upcoming Xubuntu 26.04 LTS, scheduled for April 2026.

Downloads

Xubuntu 25.10 is available in two editions — Xubuntu Desktop and Xubuntu Minimal.
Final release images can be downloaded via xubuntu.org/download, with both torrents and direct downloads provided. Users are encouraged to use torrents to reduce server load during the initial release period.

The Xubuntu team thanks all contributors and community members who made this release possible.