Best Boss Rush Linux Games on Steam
Steam currently has 79 Boss Rush 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. Boss Rush game rankings were last updated on 11/6/2024.
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1. Roto Force
Shoot and dash your way through frantic missions! A twin-stick shooter set in a rotating world. Unlock weapons, move quickly and fight tons of bosses.
Roto Force holds the #1 spot for "best Linux Boss Rush game on Steam" with a Player Score of 83. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 99 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 93 positive reviews and 6 negative reviews — making it "Very 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 | 7/18/2023 |
| Franchise | East2West Games |
| Developer | Accidently Awesome |
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| Steam App Id | 1181610 |
2. Towertale
Fight your way up a Tower of bosses and unveil the mystery that lies up in its peak. Play four intertwined storylines and unlock multiple endings. Now with co-op up to 4 players!
Towertale has achieved a Player Score of 83, placing it in the #2 spot for the best Linux Boss Rush games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 65 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 62 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 both Windows and Linux systems. At the moment, there is no confirmed information regarding Steam Deck support for this game.
| Steam Price | $9.99 |
| Release Date | 7/30/2019 |
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| Steam App Id | 980480 |
3. Check and Slash
Check and Slash combines the action and combat of a hack and slash game with the movement patterns of chess pieces. Find your way through a maze of boards, slash your enemies, dodge attacks, rescue black pieces to receive upgrades and fight against formidable opponents until you find the enemy king.
Check and Slash has achieved a Player Score of 81, placing it in the #3 spot for the best Linux Boss Rush games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 23 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 23 positive reviews and 0 negative reviews — making it "Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $4.99 to play and can be played and ran on both Windows and Linux systems. At the moment, there is no confirmed information regarding Steam Deck support for this game.
| Steam Price | $4.99 |
| Release Date | 5/27/2024 |
| Developer | Gate of Madness |
| Publisher | Gate of Madness |
| Steam App Id | 2610710 |
4. Laboratory
The game is all about the challenge. It has no in-between levels, only boss fights. Each boss is unique and will challenge your instincts and reflexes. Every boss you defeat will grant you a valuable upgrade.
Laboratory has achieved a Player Score of 79, placing it in the #4 spot for the best Linux Boss Rush games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 26 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 25 positive reviews and 1 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.
5. Pancake Patrol
A unique blend of Bullet Heaven & Hell! Embark on a pancake-fueled roguelite adventure! Defeat thousands of monsters with food-based weaponry, face bullet hell bosses, & explore many game modes. Unlock 10 characters, conquer Boss Rush challenges, fight 1v1 boss battles, join the Pancake Patrol!
Pancake Patrol has achieved a Player Score of 77, placing it in the #5 spot for the best Linux Boss Rush games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 21 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 20 positive reviews and 1 negative reviews — making it "Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $4.99 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 | $4.99 |
| Release Date | 10/16/2024 |
| Developer | Power Plins Games |
| Publisher | Power Plins Games |
| Steam App Id | 2587840 |
6. Jotun: Valhalla Edition
Jotun is a hand-drawn action-exploration game set in Norse mythology. In Jotun, you play Thora, a Viking warrior who died an inglorious death and must prove herself to the Gods to enter Valhalla. Impress the Gods!
Jotun: Valhalla Edition has achieved a Player Score of 76, placing it in the #6 spot for the best Linux Boss Rush games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 8,358 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 6,479 positive reviews and 1,879 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $2.24 to play and can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Jotun: Valhalla Edition on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $2.24 |
| Release Date | 9/29/2015 |
| Franchise | Thunder Lotus Games |
| Developer | Thunder Lotus Games |
| Publisher | Thunder Lotus Games |
| Steam App Id | 323580 |
7. sunny-place-2
Battle against chaotic bullet hell bosses with online strangers (or friends!) Customise your outfit or make and upload a boss for others to enjoy! :)
sunny-place-2 has achieved a Player Score of 73, placing it in the #7 spot for the best Linux Boss Rush games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 7 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 7 positive reviews and 0 negative reviews — making it "7 user reviews" on Steam.
It is priced at $6.99 to play and can be played and ran on both Windows and Linux systems. At the moment, there is no confirmed information regarding Steam Deck support for this game.
8. The Aquatic Adventure of the Last Human
Explore the ruins of the human race and discover the thriving wildlife that blossomed after our extinction in this underwater action/adventure. Encounter monstrous creatures and let curiosity guide you through an inevitable voyage of extinction.
The Aquatic Adventure of the Last Human has achieved a Player Score of 72, placing it in the #8 spot for the best Linux Boss Rush games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 440 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 336 positive reviews and 104 negative reviews — making it "Mostly 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 The Aquatic Adventure of the Last Human on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $9.99 |
| Release Date | 1/19/2016 |
| Developer | YCJY Games |
| Publisher | YCJY Games |
| Steam App Id | 401360 |
9. VirusRush + Hazard of the Ages
Take control of a tiny virus that has just developed self-awareness and engage in intense battles against dangerous pathogens in a bullet-hell challenge! Embark on fast-paced action on a microscopic scale, now also through space and time!
VirusRush + Hazard of the Ages has achieved a Player Score of 64, placing it in the #9 spot for the best Linux Boss Rush games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2 positive reviews and 0 negative reviews — making it "2 user reviews" on Steam.
It is priced at $11.99 to play and can be played and ran on both Windows and Linux systems. At the moment, there is no confirmed information regarding Steam Deck support for this game.
10. Honey Bee
Your main mission is to explore a vibrant and lively scenario filled with beautiful flowers. As a skillful bee, your goal is to collect the nectar from these flowers. But wait, there must be more to it, right?
Honey Bee has achieved a Player Score of 50, placing it in the #10 spot for the best Linux Boss Rush games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1 positive reviews and 1 negative reviews — making it "2 user reviews" on Steam.
It is priced at $7.99 to play and can be played and ran on both Windows and Linux systems. At the moment, there is no confirmed information regarding Steam Deck support for this game.
| Steam Price | $7.99 |
| Release Date | 10/29/2024 |
| Developer | Ation Studios |
| Publisher | Ation Studios |
| Steam App Id | 2927910 |
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| 1 | 7/18/2023 | 83 | $7.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 1 | 7/30/2019 | 83 | $9.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 1 | 5/27/2024 | 81 | $4.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 1 | 1/24/2022 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1 | 10/16/2024 | 77 | $4.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 7 | 9/29/2015 | 76 | $2.24 | Steam Charts | |
| 1 | 11/30/2022 | 73 | $6.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 1 | 1/19/2016 | 72 | $9.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 1 | 10/23/2024 | 64 | $11.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 1 | 10/29/2024 | 50 | $7.99 | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 6). Roto Force on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 1). Towertale on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 2). Check and Slash on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 3). Laboratory on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 17). Pancake Patrol on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 18). Jotun: Valhalla Edition on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, October 7). sunny-place-2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 3). The Aquatic Adventure of the Last Human on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, October 24). VirusRush + Hazard of the Ages on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 12). Honey Bee on Steam. Steam Store.