Best Cozy Linux Games on Steam
Steam currently has 504 Cozy 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. Cozy game rankings were last updated on 5/6/2024.
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1. TOEM: A Photo Adventure
Set off on a delightful expedition and use your photographic eye to uncover the mysteries of the magical TOEM in this hand-drawn adventure game. Chat with quirky characters, solve their problems by snapping neat photos, and make your way through a relaxing landscape!
TOEM: A Photo Adventure holds the #1 spot for "best Linux Cozy game on Steam" with a Player Score of 96. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 5,811 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 5,766 positive reviews and 45 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 | 9/17/2021 |
| Franchise | popagenda |
| Developer | Something We Made |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 1307580 |
2. Kind Words (lo fi chill beats to write to)
A game about writing nice letters to real people. Write and receive encouraging letters in a cozy room. Trade stickers and listen to chill music. We're all in this together. Sometimes all you need are a few kind words.
Kind Words (lo fi chill beats to write to) has achieved a Player Score of 95, placing it in the #2 spot for the best Linux Cozy games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 8,706 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 8,557 positive reviews and 149 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. At the moment, it is possible to play Kind Words (lo fi chill beats to write to) on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $4.99 |
| Release Date | 9/12/2019 |
| Developer | Popcannibal |
| Publisher | Popcannibal |
| Steam App Id | 1070710 |
3. An Arcade Full of Cats
Journey through gaming history's time and space, while searching for adorable feline companions in 'An Arcade Full of Cats,' the ultimate pet'em up hidden object game.
An Arcade Full of Cats has achieved a Player Score of 95, placing it in the #3 spot for the best Linux Cozy games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 5,255 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 5,193 positive reviews and 62 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is completely free to play and can be played and ran on both Windows and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play An Arcade Full of Cats on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
4. A Castle Full of Cats
A Castle Full of Cats is a catvania hidden object game where you need to find all the cursed cats in the castle. Save each and every cat and unleash the power of love! ♡
A Castle Full of Cats has achieved a Player Score of 95, placing it in the #4 spot for the best Linux Cozy games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 3,111 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 3,092 positive reviews and 19 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $3.99 to play and can be played and ran on both Windows and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play A Castle Full of Cats on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
5. Virtual Cottage
Virtual Cottage gives you a comfy place to rest and be productive without any distractions. Open the game, set yourself a goal and enjoy the atmosphere.
Virtual Cottage has achieved a Player Score of 95, placing it in the #5 spot for the best Linux Cozy games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 9,202 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 9,001 positive reviews and 201 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is completely free to play and can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Virtual Cottage on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
6. A Building Full of Cats
A Building Full of Cats is a hidden object game where you need to pet all the cats in the building. Don't leave any cats behind!
A Building Full of Cats has achieved a Player Score of 95, placing it in the #6 spot for the best Linux Cozy games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 3,453 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 3,417 positive reviews and 36 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $1.59 to play and can be played and ran on both Windows and Linux systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
7. Minami Lane
Welcome to Minami Lane! Build your own street in this tiny cozy, casual management sim! Unlock and customize buildings, manage your shops, and maximize the happiness of your villagers to complete quests and fill your street with love!
Minami Lane has achieved a Player Score of 93, placing it in the #7 spot for the best Linux Cozy games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,782 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,755 positive reviews and 27 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. At the moment, it is possible to play Minami Lane on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
8. Sudocats
Sudoku for cat people. Cats are wonderful creatures but you better not put them together without proper introduction. So, plan ahead to display them in the right order so they get along!
Sudocats has achieved a Player Score of 93, placing it in the #8 spot for the best Linux Cozy games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,059 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,048 positive reviews and 11 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $1.39 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. Cats and Seek : Osaka
Hey, do you have 5 minutes to spare? Let's play hide and seek with 100 cats in Osaka! 😻 Can you find them all?
Cats and Seek : Osaka has achieved a Player Score of 93, placing it in the #9 spot for the best Linux Cozy games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,227 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,210 positive reviews and 17 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is completely free to play and can be played and ran on both Windows and Linux systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Release Date | 11/27/2023 |
| Franchise | Noobzilla Team |
| Developer | Noobzilla |
| Publisher | Noobzilla |
| Steam App Id | 2672090 |
10. Zodiacats
Follow cat Catherine on her journey for the lost astrology papyri and learn more about her job as a witch assistant for bringing good vibes into this Earth! Let Catherine guide you through the zodiac wheel, showing you about features of each solar sign. You can also learn about your cat's sign!
Zodiacats has achieved a Player Score of 92, placing it in the #10 spot for the best Linux Cozy games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 831 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 822 positive reviews and 9 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $1.39 to play and can be played and ran on both Windows and Linux systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
More Cozy Linux Games on Steam
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| Image | Name | Actions | ||||
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 | 13 | 9/17/2021 | 96 | $19.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 10 | 9/12/2019 | 95 | $4.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 33 | 11/16/2023 | 95 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 6 | 11/9/2022 | 95 | $3.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 355 | 10/7/2020 | 95 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 3 | 7/7/2022 | 95 | $1.59 | Steam Charts | |
 | 24 | 2/28/2024 | 93 | $4.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 7 | 3/14/2022 | 93 | $1.39 | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 11/27/2023 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 4 | 1/21/2022 | 92 | $1.39 | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2024, April 18). Kind Words (lo fi chill beats to write to) on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, February 28). An Arcade Full of Cats on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 16). A Castle Full of Cats on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 14). Virtual Cottage on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 15). A Building Full of Cats on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 16). Minami Lane on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 16). Sudocats on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 4). Cats and Seek : Osaka on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 8). Zodiacats on Steam. Steam Store.