Best Dwarf Linux Games on Steam
Steam currently has 178 Dwarf 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. Dwarf game rankings were last updated on 11/16/2024.
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1. Dwarf Fortress
The deepest, most intricate simulation of a world that's ever been created. The legendary Dwarf Fortress is now on Steam. Build a fortress and try to help your dwarves survive against a deeply generated world.
Dwarf Fortress holds the #1 spot for "best Linux Dwarf game on Steam" with a Player Score of 93. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 26,800 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 25,481 positive reviews and 1,319 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $29.99 to play and can be played and ran on both Windows and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Dwarf Fortress on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $29.99 |
| Release Date | 12/6/2022 |
| Franchise | Kitfox Games |
| Developer | Bay 12 Games |
| Publisher | Kitfox Games |
| Steam App Id | 975370 |
2. Total War: WARHAMMER II
Strategy gaming perfected. A breath-taking campaign of exploration, expansion and conquest across a fantasy world. Turn-based civilisation management and real-time epic strategy battles with thousands of troops and monsters at your command.
Total War: WARHAMMER II has achieved a Player Score of 92, placing it in the #2 spot for the best Linux Dwarf games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 119,508 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 111,327 positive reviews and 8,181 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $59.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Total War: WARHAMMER II on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $59.99 |
| Release Date | 9/28/2017 |
| Franchise | Total War Official |
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| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 594570 |
3. DFHack - Dwarf Fortress Modding Engine
Extensions for Dwarf Fortress, including bugfixes, interface improvements, automation agents, design blueprints, modding building blocks, and other tools.
DFHack - Dwarf Fortress Modding Engine has achieved a Player Score of 92, placing it in the #3 spot for the best Linux Dwarf games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 544 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 540 positive reviews and 4 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 DFHack - Dwarf Fortress Modding Engine on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 4/14/2023 |
| Developer | The DFHack Team |
| Publisher | The DFHack Team |
| Steam App Id | 2346660 |
4. Battle for Wesnoth
The Battle for Wesnoth is an open source, turn-based strategy game with a high fantasy theme. Explore the four corners of Irdya in seventeen solo campaigns and dozens of multiplayer maps, taking part in countless adventures as you go.
Battle for Wesnoth has achieved a Player Score of 91, placing it in the #4 spot for the best Linux Dwarf games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 5,030 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 4,735 positive reviews and 295 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 Battle for Wesnoth on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 5/2/2018 |
| Developer | The Battle for Wesnoth Project |
| Publisher | Wesnoth Inc. |
| Steam App Id | 599390 |
5. Flamebreak
Flamebreak is a roguelite action RPG featuring a unique blend of twinstick meets MOBA arena combat. Each procedurally generated run presents new challenges while your randomized hero's race, weapon, and skills inspire new playstyles and character builds.
Flamebreak has achieved a Player Score of 87, placing it in the #5 spot for the best Linux Dwarf games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 520 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 488 positive reviews and 32 negative reviews — making it "Very 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 Flamebreak on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $9.99 |
| Release Date | 10/16/2015 |
| Developer | Nimbly Games |
| Publisher | Nimbly Games |
| Steam App Id | 399640 |
6. Regions Of Ruin
Regions of Ruin is a 2D pixel side-scrolling RPG with town-building, where you explore, fight and build into an open world that progressively challenges you and your settlement, and threatens the extinction of the dwarven race.
Regions Of Ruin has achieved a Player Score of 84, placing it in the #6 spot for the best Linux Dwarf games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 4,482 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 3,889 positive reviews and 593 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $11.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Regions Of Ruin on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $11.99 |
| Release Date | 2/5/2018 |
| Developer | Gameclaw Studio |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 680360 |
7. Knights of Pen and Paper 2
Prepare to inhabit a world of chivalry, class warfare and off-beat pop references. Knights of Pen & Paper 2 is a turn-based, retro style, pixel-art adventure full of danger, intrigue, death, and saving throws!
Knights of Pen and Paper 2 has achieved a Player Score of 84, placing it in the #7 spot for the best Linux Dwarf games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,707 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,361 positive reviews and 346 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $1.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Knights of Pen and Paper 2 on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $1.99 |
| Release Date | 10/20/2015 |
| Developer | Kyy Games |
| Publisher | Paradox Interactive |
| Steam App Id | 310060 |
8. Conquest of Elysium 4
Conquest of Elysium 4 is a quick turn based fantasy strategy game with a touch of rogue-like. The game is full of depth, details and monsters. There are also a huge number of factions, each with its own unique gameplay and magic rituals.
Conquest of Elysium 4 has achieved a Player Score of 84, placing it in the #8 spot for the best Linux Dwarf games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 559 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 500 positive reviews and 59 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $24.99 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 | $24.99 |
| Release Date | 11/16/2015 |
| Developer | Illwinter Game Design |
| Publisher | Illwinter Game Design |
| Steam App Id | 403950 |
9. KeeperRL
KeeperRL is a retro dungeon simulator with roguelike and RPG elements. Take the role of an evil keeper and build a formidable dungeon. Recruit sinister minions, equip and train them to explore the world and fight the forces of good.
KeeperRL has achieved a Player Score of 81, placing it in the #9 spot for the best Linux Dwarf games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,563 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,324 positive reviews and 239 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. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Steam Price | $19.99 |
| Release Date | 2/29/2024 |
| Developer | Electric Succubi |
| Publisher | Electric Succubi |
| Steam App Id | 329970 |
10. Desktop Dungeons
Each step into the unknown heals you and reveals new obstacles as you guide fresh heros to glorious retirement or ignominious death. Master tactical spells, appease ancient gods and get rich through taxidermy in this award-winning quick-play puzzle-roguelike.
Desktop Dungeons has achieved a Player Score of 81, placing it in the #10 spot for the best Linux Dwarf games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,231 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,877 positive reviews and 354 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. At the moment, it is possible to play Desktop Dungeons on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $14.99 |
| Release Date | 4/18/2023 |
| Franchise | QCF Design |
| Developer | QCF Design |
| Publisher | QCF Design |
| Steam App Id | 226620 |
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| 950 | 12/6/2022 | 93 | $29.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 1,511 | 9/28/2017 | 92 | $59.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 315 | 4/14/2023 | 92 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 173 | 5/2/2018 | 91 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1 | 10/16/2015 | 87 | $9.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 8 | 2/5/2018 | 84 | $11.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 25 | 10/20/2015 | 84 | $1.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 2 | 11/16/2015 | 84 | $24.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 56 | 2/29/2024 | 81 | $19.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 13 | 4/18/2023 | 81 | $14.99 | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 5). Battle for Wesnoth on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, October 19). Flamebreak on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, October 22). Regions Of Ruin on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 12). Knights of Pen and Paper 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, September 9). Conquest of Elysium 4 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 9). KeeperRL on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, October 17). Desktop Dungeons on Steam. Steam Store.