Best Diplomacy Linux Games on Steam

Steam currently has 428 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 1/6/2025.

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1. Sid Meier's Civilization® V

Create, discover, and download new player-created maps, scenarios, interfaces, and more!

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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 201,534 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 193,199 positive reviews and 8,335 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 9/21/2010
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 AI nations battle it out across an infinite number of worlds. Command nations to nudge the world events into your liking.

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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 3,853 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 3,707 positive reviews and 146 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.

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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 4,895 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 4,595 positive reviews and 300 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.

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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 320,787 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 292,066 positive reviews and 28,721 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.

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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 62,221 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 57,020 positive reviews and 5,201 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.

6. 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.

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Pro Wrestling Sim has achieved a Player Score of 90, placing it in the #6 spot for the best Linux Diplomacy games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 445 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 433 positive reviews and 12 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

7. Crusader Kings II

Explore one of the defining periods in world history in an experience crafted by the masters of Grand Strategy.

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Crusader Kings II 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 73,365 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 66,466 positive reviews and 6,899 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 Crusader Kings Official
Developer Paradox Development Studio
Publisher Paradox Interactive
Steam App Id 203770

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.

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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 2,826 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,591 positive reviews and 235 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...

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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 692 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 644 positive reviews and 48 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.

It is priced at $5.99 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 $5.99
Release Date 3/25/2018
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Steam App Id 774091

10. Stellaris

Explore a galaxy full of wonders in this sci-fi grand strategy game from Paradox Development Studios. Interact with diverse alien races, discover strange new worlds with unexpected events and expand the reach of your empire. Each new adventure holds almost limitless possibilities.

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Stellaris 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 175,870 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 154,675 positive reviews and 21,195 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.

It is priced at $39.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Stellaris on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).

Steam Price $39.99
Release Date 5/9/2016
Franchise Paradox Development Studio
Developer Paradox Development Studio
Publisher Paradox Interactive
Steam App Id 281990

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Sid Meier's Civilization® V steam charts
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9/21/2010
95
$29.99
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Ages of Conflict: World War Simulator steam charts
316
2/17/2023
92
$6.99
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The Battle of Polytopia steam charts
247
8/4/2020
90
$14.99
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Hearts of Iron IV steam charts
31,498
6/6/2016
90
$49.99
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Total War: SHOGUN 2 steam charts
2,269
3/15/2011
90
$29.99
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Pro Wrestling Sim steam charts
108
3/29/2021
90
$19.99
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Crusader Kings II steam charts
1,887
2/14/2012
89
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Renowned Explorers: International Society steam charts
13
9/2/2015
88
$19.99
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Ostalgie: The Berlin Wall steam charts
5
3/25/2018
87
$5.99
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Stellaris steam charts
16,676
5/9/2016
87
$39.99
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  • Valve Corporation. (2025, January 5). Ages of Conflict: World War Simulator on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2025, January 12). The Battle of Polytopia on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2025, January 4). Hearts of Iron IV on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2025, January 9). Total War: SHOGUN 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2025, January 12). Pro Wrestling Sim on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2024, October 16). Crusader Kings II on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2025, January 3). Renowned Explorers: International Society on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2025, January 2). Ostalgie: The Berlin Wall on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2025, January 12). Stellaris on Steam. Steam Store.

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