Best 2D Platformer Linux Games on Steam
Steam currently has 12,603 2D Platformer games, but not all of them are able to be played on Linux builds. Explore our list of the best picks ranked by Player Score. Our Player Score rankings are calculated directly from reviews left on the Steam store and will be updated in real-time as more players leave their feedback. 2D Platformer game rankings were last updated on 6/25/2026.
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1. Celeste
Help Madeline survive her inner demons on her journey to the top of Celeste Mountain, in this super-tight platformer from the creators of TowerFall. Brave hundreds of hand-crafted challenges, uncover devious secrets, and piece together the mystery of the mountain.
Celeste holds the #1 spot for "best Linux 2D Platformer game on Steam" with a Player Score of 96. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 143,611 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 139,886 positive reviews and 3,725 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $4.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Steam Price | $4.99 |
| Release Date | 1/25/2018 |
| Franchise | EXOK Games |
| Developers | |
| Publisher | Maddy Makes Games Inc. |
| Steam App Id | 504230 |
2. Ultimate Chicken Horse
Ultimate Chicken Horse is a party platformer game where you build the level as you play, placing traps and hazards to screw your friends over, but trying not to screw yourself.
Ultimate Chicken Horse has achieved a Player Score of 94, placing it in the #2 spot for the best Linux 2D Platformer games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 52,884 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 50,643 positive reviews and 2,241 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $14.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Steam Price | $14.99 |
| Release Date | 3/4/2016 |
| Developer | Clever Endeavour Games |
| Publisher | Clever Endeavour Games |
| Steam App Id | 386940 |
3. CATO: Buttered Cat
Puzzle platformer where you control both the cat and the toast, based on the famous "Buttered Cat Paradox". The game features 200+ levels, 70+ skins, plus boss fights and mini-games!
CATO: Buttered Cat has achieved a Player Score of 94, placing it in the #3 spot for the best Linux 2D Platformer games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,973 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,924 positive reviews and 49 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $10.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Steam Price | $10.99 |
| Release Date | 9/5/2024 |
| Franchise | GCORES PUBLISHING |
| Developer | Team Woll |
| Publisher | GCORES PUBLISHING |
| Steam App Id | 1999520 |
4. VVVVVV
VVVVVV is a platform game all about exploring one simple mechanical idea - what if you reversed gravity instead of jumping?
VVVVVV has achieved a Player Score of 93, placing it in the #4 spot for the best Linux 2D Platformer games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 10,494 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 10,094 positive reviews and 400 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $4.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Steam Price | $4.99 |
| Release Date | 9/7/2010 |
| Franchise | Terry Cavanagh |
| Developer | Terry Cavanagh |
| Publisher | Terry Cavanagh |
| Steam App Id | 70300 |
5. The Pedestrian
I can see the signs in my sleep now, always guiding me closer. Will this really work? Have we almost achieved the impossible?
The Pedestrian has achieved a Player Score of 93, placing it in the #5 spot for the best Linux 2D Platformer games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 6,027 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 5,824 positive reviews and 203 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $19.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Steam Price | $19.99 |
| Release Date | 1/29/2020 |
| Developer | Skookum Arts |
| Publisher | Skookum Arts |
| Steam App Id | 466630 |
6. Trine 2: Complete Story
Three Heroes make their way through dangers untold in a fairytale world, featuring physics-based puzzles, beautiful sights and online co-op.
Trine 2: Complete Story has achieved a Player Score of 93, placing it in the #6 spot for the best Linux 2D Platformer games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 22,003 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 20,961 positive reviews and 1,042 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $3.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Trine 2: Complete Story on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $3.99 |
| Release Date | 6/6/2013 |
| Franchise | Frozenbyte |
| Developer | Frozenbyte |
| Publisher | Frozenbyte |
| Steam App Id | 35720 |
7. Chrono Gear: Warden of Time
Turn back the clock and fight to repair Time itself in this cinematic action platformer with fast sword combat and time-based powers. You are the Warden of Time, Ouro Kronii - be proud and fight hard!
Chrono Gear: Warden of Time has achieved a Player Score of 93, placing it in the #7 spot for the best Linux 2D Platformer games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 964 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 955 positive reviews and 9 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $17.99 to play and can be played and ran on both Windows and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Chrono Gear: Warden of Time on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $17.99 |
| Release Date | 9/12/2025 |
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| Publisher | holo Indie |
| Steam App Id | 3081840 |
8. Songs for a Hero - Definitive Edition
A classic platform with a twist: A dynamic soundtrack and funny lyrics that sings the player's actions and responds to what is happening during the adventure.
Songs for a Hero - Definitive Edition has achieved a Player Score of 93, placing it in the #8 spot for the best Linux 2D Platformer games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 4,413 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 4,262 positive reviews and 151 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $14.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Steam Price | $14.99 |
| Release Date | 3/25/2016 |
| Franchise | Nuuvem Publishing |
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| Steam App Id | 389170 |
9. Mark of the Ninja: Remastered
In Mark of the Ninja, you'll know what it is to truly be a ninja. You must be silent, agile and clever to outwit your opponents in a world of gorgeous scenery and flowing animation.
Mark of the Ninja: Remastered has achieved a Player Score of 93, placing it in the #9 spot for the best Linux 2D Platformer games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 6,890 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 6,617 positive reviews and 273 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $19.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Steam Price | $19.99 |
| Release Date | 10/9/2018 |
| Franchise | Klei |
| Developer | Klei Entertainment |
| Publisher | Klei Entertainment |
| Steam App Id | 860950 |
10. Ambidextro
A multiplayer game for a single player. Learn to control 2 characters at the same time, one with each hand. Achieve ambidexterity and rescue both the prince and the princess simultaneously.
Ambidextro has achieved a Player Score of 93, placing it in the #10 spot for the best Linux 2D Platformer games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,373 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,346 positive reviews and 27 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $7.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Steam Price | $7.99 |
| Release Date | 3/28/2025 |
| Developer | Majorariatto |
| Publisher | Majorariatto |
| Steam App Id | 3445580 |
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| 1,558 | 1/25/2018 | 96 | $4.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 277 | 3/4/2016 | 94 | $14.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 6 | 9/5/2024 | 94 | $10.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 5 | 9/7/2010 | 93 | $4.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 1 | 1/29/2020 | 93 | $19.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 35 | 6/6/2013 | 93 | $3.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 5 | 9/12/2025 | 93 | $17.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 17 | 3/25/2016 | 93 | $14.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 49 | 10/9/2018 | 93 | $19.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 3 | 3/28/2025 | 93 | $7.99 | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2026, July 10). Ultimate Chicken Horse on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, July 11). CATO: Buttered Cat on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, July 13). VVVVVV on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, June 21). The Pedestrian on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, June 26). Trine 2: Complete Story on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, April 3). Chrono Gear: Warden of Time on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, May 18). Songs for a Hero - Definitive Edition on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, July 11). Mark of the Ninja: Remastered on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, July 11). Ambidextro on Steam. Steam Store.