Best Diplomacy Linux Games on Steam
Steam currently has 349 Diplomacy 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. Diplomacy game rankings were last updated on 5/28/2024.
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1. Sid Meier's Civilization® V
Create, discover, and download new player-created maps, scenarios, interfaces, and more!
Sid Meier's Civilization® V holds the #1 spot for "best Linux Diplomacy game on Steam" with a Player Score of 95. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 197,593 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 189,986 positive reviews and 7,607 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $29.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Sid Meier's Civilization® V on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $29.99 |
| Release Date | 9/23/2010 |
| Franchise | Civilization Franchise |
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| Steam App Id | 8930 |
2. Ages of Conflict: World War Simulator
Ages of Conflict is a versatile Map Simulation game where you spawn and observe custom or random AI nations battle it out across an infinite number of worlds. Command nations to nudge the world events into your liking.
Ages of Conflict: World War Simulator has achieved a Player Score of 92, placing it in the #2 spot for the best Linux Diplomacy games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,508 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,415 positive reviews and 93 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly 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, it is possible to play Ages of Conflict: World War Simulator on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $6.99 |
| Release Date | 2/17/2023 |
| Developer | JoySpark Games |
| Publisher | JoySpark Games |
| Steam App Id | 2186320 |
3. The Battle of Polytopia
Welcome to the unique, turn-based strategy game set in the strange, flat world of the Square. Lead one of 16 distinct civilizations to victory by expanding your empire, researching technologies, and ultimately become ruler of the world! Play in single-player or multiplayer mode for up to 16 players.
The Battle of Polytopia has achieved a Player Score of 90, placing it in the #3 spot for the best Linux Diplomacy games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 4,354 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 4,089 positive reviews and 265 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 | 8/4/2020 |
| Developer | Midjiwan AB |
| Publisher | Midjiwan AB |
| Steam App Id | 874390 |
4. Hearts of Iron IV
Victory is at your fingertips! Your ability to lead your nation is your supreme weapon, the strategy game Hearts of Iron IV lets you take command of any nation in World War II; the most engaging conflict in world history.
Hearts of Iron IV has achieved a Player Score of 90, placing it in the #4 spot for the best Linux Diplomacy games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 287,515 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 261,826 positive reviews and 25,689 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $49.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Hearts of Iron IV on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $49.99 |
| Release Date | 6/6/2016 |
| Franchise | Paradox Interactive - Official |
| Developer | Paradox Development Studio |
| Publisher | Paradox Interactive |
| Steam App Id | 394360 |
5. Total War: SHOGUN 2
Total War: SHOGUN 2 is the perfect mix of real-time and turn-based strategy gaming for newcomers and veterans alike.
Total War: SHOGUN 2 has achieved a Player Score of 90, placing it in the #5 spot for the best Linux Diplomacy games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 59,549 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 54,529 positive reviews and 5,020 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $29.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, it is not possible to play or run Total War: SHOGUN 2 on the Steam Deck.
| Steam Price | $29.99 |
| Release Date | 3/15/2011 |
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| Steam App Id | 34330 |
6. Crusader Kings II
Explore one of the defining periods in world history in an experience crafted by the masters of Grand Strategy.
Crusader Kings II has achieved a Player Score of 89, placing it in the #6 spot for the best Linux Diplomacy games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 71,267 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 64,563 positive reviews and 6,704 negative reviews — making it "Very 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 Crusader Kings II on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 2/14/2012 |
| Franchise | Paradox Development Studio |
| Developer | Paradox Development Studio |
| Publisher | Paradox Interactive |
| Steam App Id | 203770 |
7. Pro Wrestling Sim
Pro Wrestling Sim is a text-based pro-wrestling booking simulator. Control a wrestling promotion, decide your roster, and create storylines, feuds and matches where the winners and losers are in your hands.
Pro Wrestling Sim has achieved a Player Score of 89, placing it in the #7 spot for the best Linux Diplomacy games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 364 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 353 positive reviews and 11 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $19.99 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 | $19.99 |
| Release Date | 3/29/2021 |
| Developer | Pro Wrestling Sim |
| Publisher | Pro Wrestling Sim |
| Steam App Id | 1157700 |
8. Renowned Explorers: International Society
In this strategic rogue-like you become a famous expedition leader in the 19th century. You form your own crew with the skills and personality to discover legendary treasures, while exploring randomized locations and stories on every new adventure.
Renowned Explorers: International Society has achieved a Player Score of 88, placing it in the #8 spot for the best Linux Diplomacy games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,777 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,549 positive reviews and 228 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $19.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Renowned Explorers: International Society on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $19.99 |
| Release Date | 9/2/2015 |
| Franchise | Abbey Games |
| Developer | Abbey Games |
| Publisher | Abbey Games |
| Steam App Id | 296970 |
9. Ostalgie: The Berlin Wall
The confrontation between the East and the West is coming to an end, but not between East and West Germany. The old party leaders are still sitting in their offices, not changing anything and waiting for exclamations from Moscow. But their end is close – Gorbachev and Kohl have already decided...
Ostalgie: The Berlin Wall has achieved a Player Score of 87, placing it in the #9 spot for the best Linux Diplomacy games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 663 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 621 positive reviews and 42 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $2.39 to play and can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Ostalgie: The Berlin Wall on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $2.39 |
| Release Date | 3/25/2018 |
| Developer | Kremlingames |
| Publisher | Kremlingames |
| Steam App Id | 774091 |
10. China: Mao's legacy
Year 1976, the stormy Cultural revolution has died down, hard times of hongweibing and public critics are coming to an end. Old and sick Mao Zedong will soon leave China to his comrades from CPC. The Cold War is coming into a new phase...
China: Mao's legacy has achieved a Player Score of 87, placing it in the #10 spot for the best Linux Diplomacy games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 935 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 868 positive reviews and 67 negative reviews — making it "Very 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, it is possible to play China: Mao's legacy on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $6.99 |
| Release Date | 5/24/2019 |
| Developer | Kremlingames |
| Publisher | Kremlingames |
| Steam App Id | 950740 |
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Explore even more rankings for the 10 best Diplomacy games available on Steam.
| Image | Name | Actions | ||||
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 | 17,750 | 9/23/2010 | 95 | $29.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 267 | 2/17/2023 | 92 | $6.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 227 | 8/4/2020 | 90 | $14.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 44,862 | 6/6/2016 | 90 | $49.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 3,315 | 3/15/2011 | 90 | $29.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,353 | 2/14/2012 | 89 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 52 | 3/29/2021 | 89 | $19.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 9 | 9/2/2015 | 88 | $19.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 9 | 3/25/2018 | 87 | $2.39 | Steam Charts | |
 | 4 | 5/24/2019 | 87 | $6.99 | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 30). The Battle of Polytopia on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 30). Hearts of Iron IV on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 30). Total War: SHOGUN 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 30). Crusader Kings II on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 29). Pro Wrestling Sim on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 30). Renowned Explorers: International Society on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 30). Ostalgie: The Berlin Wall on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 28). China: Mao's legacy on Steam. Steam Store.