Best Ambient Linux Games on Steam
Steam currently has 180 Ambient 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. Ambient game rankings were last updated on 11/16/2024.
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1. Mountain
Existential Nature Simulation
Mountain holds the #1 spot for "best Linux Ambient game on Steam" with a Player Score of 86. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 16,232 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 14,329 positive reviews and 1,903 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $0.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Mountain on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $0.99 |
| Release Date | 8/18/2014 |
| Developer | David OReilly |
| Publisher | David OReilly |
| Steam App Id | 313340 |
2. Seedlings
An atmospheric 2D puzzle platformer made using real photos and videos from New Zealand's native forest. Become a seed that can possess different plant creatures with unique abilities. Solve the obstacles in your way to discover the secrets of the Seedlings.
Seedlings has achieved a Player Score of 85, placing it in the #2 spot for the best Linux Ambient games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 54 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 54 positive reviews and 0 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $9.99 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 | $9.99 |
| Release Date | 9/22/2023 |
| Developer | Bardsley Creative |
| Publisher | Bardsley Creative |
| Steam App Id | 1575510 |
3. OVIVO
OVIVO is a minimalistic platformer with unusual mechanics where everything is as simple as black and white. The journey in this metaphoric world is filled with illusions and hidden messages.
OVIVO has achieved a Player Score of 84, placing it in the #3 spot for the best Linux Ambient games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 456 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 411 positive reviews and 45 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $9.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, there is no confirmed information regarding Steam Deck support for this game.
4. Osmos
Enter the ambient world of Osmos: elegant, physics-based gameplay, dreamlike visuals, and a minimalist, electronic soundtrack. Your objective is to grow by absorbing other motes. Propel yourself by ejecting matter behind you. But be wise: ejecting matter also shrinks you. Relax - good things come to those who wait.
Osmos has achieved a Player Score of 82, placing it in the #4 spot for the best Linux Ambient games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,350 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,166 positive reviews and 184 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $9.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Osmos on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $9.99 |
| Release Date | 8/18/2009 |
| Developer | Hemisphere Games |
| Publisher | Hemisphere Games |
| Steam App Id | 29180 |
5. Tiny Bubbles
Play with squishy clusters of soap bubbles in this mesmerizing physics puzzle game. Winner of over a dozen indie gaming awards!
Tiny Bubbles has achieved a Player Score of 81, placing it in the #5 spot for the best Linux Ambient games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 52 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 49 positive reviews and 3 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $9.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, there is no confirmed information regarding Steam Deck support for this game.
| Steam Price | $9.99 |
| Release Date | 5/8/2018 |
| Developer | Pine Street Codeworks LLC |
| Publisher | Pine Street Codeworks LLC |
| Steam App Id | 705500 |
6. Sokobond Express
Sokobond Express is a beautifully minimalist puzzle game that combines chemical bonds and puzzling pathfinding in novel ways.
Sokobond Express has achieved a Player Score of 79, placing it in the #6 spot for the best Linux Ambient games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 62 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 56 positive reviews and 6 negative reviews — making it "Very 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 | 2/22/2024 |
| Franchise | Draknek & Friends |
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| Steam App Id | 1701330 |
7. Patterna
Patterna is a logic puzzle game for people who think that HexCells is far too easy. It features a highly customizable random level generator, a level editor, more than 70 levels, and an enchanting minimalist soundtrack by Alex Cottrell.
Patterna has achieved a Player Score of 78, placing it in the #7 spot for the best Linux Ambient games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 44 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 40 positive reviews and 4 negative reviews — making it "Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $6.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, there is no confirmed information regarding Steam Deck support for this game.
| Steam Price | $6.99 |
| Release Date | 10/3/2016 |
| Developer | Sebastian Schöner |
| Publisher | Sebastian Schöner |
| Steam App Id | 503860 |
8. ROTA
In ROTA gravity bends beneath your feet! Move blocks and twist gravity to solve puzzles. Collect all 50 gems and explore 8 vibrant worlds!
ROTA has achieved a Player Score of 75, placing it in the #8 spot for the best Linux Ambient games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 22 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 20 positive reviews and 2 negative reviews — making it "Positive" on Steam.
It is completely free to play and can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, there is no confirmed information regarding Steam Deck support for this game.
| Release Date | 5/26/2022 |
| Developer | Harmony Honey |
| Publisher | Harmony Honey |
| Steam App Id | 1993830 |
9. Relaxicon
Relaxicon is a game that helps you learn English and improve your vocabulary. Combine letters into words to get their definitions, score points, unlock over 70 types of challenges and enjoy original atmospheric background music and in-tune sound effects for a relaxing meditation.
Relaxicon has achieved a Player Score of 75, placing it in the #9 spot for the best Linux Ambient games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 21 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 19 positive reviews and 2 negative reviews — making it "Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $1.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, there is no confirmed information regarding Steam Deck support for this game.
| Steam Price | $1.99 |
| Release Date | 3/20/2018 |
| Franchise | Kodo Linija |
| Developer | Kodo Linija |
| Steam App Id | 815010 |
10. Containment
Containment is a turn-based, minimalist strategy game about managing the growth of bacteria. Use antibiotics to keep their power under control as you work towards containment.
Containment has achieved a Player Score of 74, placing it in the #10 spot for the best Linux Ambient games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 50 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 42 positive reviews and 8 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $1.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, there is no confirmed information regarding Steam Deck support for this game.
| Steam Price | $1.99 |
| Release Date | 2/9/2018 |
| Franchise | Finite Reflection |
| Developer | Finite Reflection Studios |
| Publisher | Finite Reflection Studios |
| Steam App Id | 771010 |
More Ambient Linux Games on Steam
Explore even more rankings for the 10 best Ambient games available on Steam.
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| 49 | 8/18/2014 | 86 | $0.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 1 | 9/22/2023 | 85 | $9.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 1 | 5/12/2017 | 84 | $9.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 5 | 8/18/2009 | 82 | $9.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 1 | 5/8/2018 | 81 | $9.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 1 | 2/22/2024 | 79 | $14.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 1 | 10/3/2016 | 78 | $6.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 1 | 5/26/2022 | 75 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1 | 3/20/2018 | 75 | $1.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 1 | 2/9/2018 | 74 | $1.99 | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2024, October 25). Seedlings on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, October 16). OVIVO on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, October 24). Osmos on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, October 15). Tiny Bubbles on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 14). Sokobond Express on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 17). Patterna on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, September 30). ROTA on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, October 11). Relaxicon on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 1). Containment on Steam. Steam Store.