Best Linux Games
Linux gaming has come a long way. Thanks to the Steam Deck and Valve's work on Steam, more games than ever run on Linux - and many of them have proper native versions. Below you will find 2,828 games with a native Linux version, with the best rated ones first and the cheapest key prices we could find right now. Read the FAQ
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- Best Games of 2026
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2,828 results found
- Popular Games
- Hot New Game Deals
- Historical Low Game Deals
- AAA Games on Sale
- Cheap AAA Games Under $10
- 90%+ Off Game Deals
- Under $10
- Free-to-Play Games
- Critically Acclaimed Games
- Hidden Gems
- Best Games of 2026
- Best Games of 2025
- Co-op Games
- PC VR Games
- Roguelike Games
- Cozy Games
- Anime Games
- Story-Rich Games
- Xbox Game Pass Games
- Leaving Xbox Game Pass Soon
Frequently asked questions about Linux Games
What are the best Linux games right now?
Based on critic scores and popularity, the top Linux games right now are BioShock Infinite, Crusader Kings III, and XCOM 2. The list updates every day as prices and new releases come in.
What is the difference between native Linux games and Proton?
This list shows games with a native Linux version, made to run on Linux directly. Many more Windows games also run on Linux through Proton, the compatibility layer built into Steam - often without any setup. So if a game is not in this list, it may still run well; check community reports before you buy.
Do these games work on the Steam Deck?
The Steam Deck runs SteamOS, which is based on Linux, so native Linux games and many Windows games through Proton work on it. Steam also shows whether a game is verified for the Deck, so it is worth checking there before you buy.
Which strategy games run natively on Linux?
Linux is great for strategy fans - Stellaris, Hearts of Iron IV, Total War: Warhammer II and Cities: Skylines all have native versions, and so does Kerbal Space Program for building your own space program.
What are the best action and indie games on Linux?
Dead Cells, Hollow Knight and Portal 2 all run natively on Linux, and so do bigger games like Metro Exodus and Borderlands 2. Also playing on a Mac? See our Mac Games list.
