Best Boss Rush Linux Games on Steam
Steam currently has 92 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 2/5/2025.
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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 107 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 100 positive reviews and 7 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 82, placing it in the #2 spot for the best Linux Boss Rush games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 67 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 63 positive reviews and 4 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. 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 #3 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.
4. 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 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 priced at $2.49 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 | $2.49 |
| Release Date | 5/27/2024 |
| Developer | Gate of Madness |
| Publisher | Gate of Madness |
| Steam App Id | 2610710 |
5. Pancake Patrol
A pancake-powered roguelite like no other! Deliver pancakes, defeat hordes of monsters, and face epic bullet hell bosses. Unlock food-based weapons, conquer Boss Rush, and play as 10 unique characters. Master patterns, climb leaderboards, and join the Pancake Patrol today!
Pancake Patrol has achieved a Player Score of 79, placing it in the #5 spot for the best Linux Boss Rush games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 25 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 24 positive reviews and 1 negative reviews — making it "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, there is no confirmed information regarding Steam Deck support for this game.
| Steam Price | $3.99 |
| Release Date | 10/16/2024 |
| Developer | Power Plins Games |
| Publisher | Power Plins Games |
| Steam App Id | 2587840 |
6. 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 77, placing it in the #6 spot for the best Linux Boss Rush games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 12 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 12 positive reviews and 0 negative reviews — making it "Positive" 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.
7. 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 #7 spot for the best Linux Boss Rush games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 8,405 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 6,509 positive reviews and 1,896 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 |
8. 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 75, placing it in the #8 spot for the best Linux Boss Rush games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 9 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 9 positive reviews and 0 negative reviews — making it "9 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.
9. 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 #9 spot for the best Linux Boss Rush games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 445 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 340 positive reviews and 105 negative reviews — making it "Mostly 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, it is possible to play The Aquatic Adventure of the Last Human on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $4.99 |
| Release Date | 1/19/2016 |
| Developer | YCJY Games |
| Publisher | YCJY Games |
| Steam App Id | 401360 |
10. Rise of the Penguins GB
A retro penguin platformer designed for Gameboy. Perfect for fans of penguins and anyone looking for a moderate challenge in a cold setting!
Rise of the Penguins GB has achieved a Player Score of 62, placing it in the #10 spot for the best Linux Boss Rush games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 8 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 6 positive reviews and 2 negative reviews — making it "8 user reviews" 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.
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Explore even more rankings for the 10 best Boss Rush games available on Steam.
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| 1 | 7/18/2023 | 83 | $7.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 1 | 7/30/2019 | 82 | $9.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 1 | 1/24/2022 | 79 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1 | 5/27/2024 | 79 | $2.49 | Steam Charts | |
| 1 | 10/16/2024 | 79 | $3.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 1 | 10/24/2024 | 77 | $11.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 3 | 9/29/2015 | 76 | $2.24 | Steam Charts | |
| 1 | 11/30/2022 | 75 | $6.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 1 | 1/19/2016 | 72 | $4.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 1 | 1/20/2025 | 62 | Free | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, February 5). Roto Force on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, February 17). Towertale on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 3). Laboratory on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 21). Check and Slash on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, February 15). Pancake Patrol on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, February 13). VirusRush + Hazard of the Ages on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, February 19). Jotun: Valhalla Edition on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, February 8). sunny-place-2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, February 12). The Aquatic Adventure of the Last Human on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, February 19). Rise of the Penguins GB on Steam. Steam Store.