Best Economy Linux Games on Steam
Steam currently has 2,381 Economy 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. Economy game rankings were last updated on 2/15/2025.
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1. Euro Truck Simulator 2
Travel across Europe as king of the road, a trucker who delivers important cargo across impressive distances! With dozens of cities to explore, your endurance, skill and speed will all be pushed to their limits.
Euro Truck Simulator 2 holds the #1 spot for "best Linux Economy game on Steam" with a Player Score of 97. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 805,052 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 785,300 positive reviews and 19,752 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 | 10/12/2012 |
| Franchise | SCS Software |
| Developer | SCS Software |
| Publisher | SCS Software |
| Steam App Id | 227300 |
2. American Truck Simulator
Experience legendary American trucks and deliver various cargoes across sunny California, sandy Nevada, and the Grand Canyon State of Arizona. American Truck Simulator takes you on a journey through the breathtaking landscapes and widely recognized landmarks around the States.
American Truck Simulator has achieved a Player Score of 96, placing it in the #2 spot for the best Linux Economy games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 166,844 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 161,723 positive reviews and 5,121 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 | 2/2/2016 |
| Franchise | SCS Software |
| Developer | SCS Software |
| Publisher | SCS Software |
| Steam App Id | 270880 |
3. Sid Meier's Civilization® V
Create, discover, and download new player-created maps, scenarios, interfaces, and more!
Sid Meier's Civilization® V has achieved a Player Score of 95, placing it in the #3 spot for the best Linux Economy games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 202,411 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 193,906 positive reviews and 8,505 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 |
4. OpenTTD
OpenTTD is a business simulation game in which players earn money by transporting passengers and cargo via road, rail, water, and air. It is an open-source remake and expansion of the 1995 Chris Sawyer video game Transport Tycoon Deluxe.
OpenTTD has achieved a Player Score of 94, placing it in the #4 spot for the best Linux Economy games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 13,830 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 13,300 positive reviews and 530 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 OpenTTD on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
5. Game Dev Tycoon
In Game Dev Tycoon you replay the history of the gaming industry by starting your own video game development company in the 80s. Create best selling games. Research new technologies and invent new game types. Become the leader of the market and gain worldwide fans.
Game Dev Tycoon has achieved a Player Score of 93, placing it in the #5 spot for the best Linux Economy games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 43,039 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 41,016 positive reviews and 2,023 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly 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 Game Dev Tycoon on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $9.99 |
| Release Date | 8/29/2013 |
| Franchise | Greenheart Games |
| Developer | Greenheart Games 💚 |
| Publisher | Greenheart Games 💚 |
| Steam App Id | 239820 |
6. Songs of Syx
Songs of Syx is a fantasy city-builder where you start off as an insignificant colony and build, scheme, and fight your way towards a metropolis and empire. The mechanics are complex and true to life, where small events can spiral into the collapse of kingdoms. Try the unlimited demo first!
Songs of Syx has achieved a Player Score of 93, placing it in the #6 spot for the best Linux Economy games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 5,549 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 5,353 positive reviews and 196 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly 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, it is possible to play Songs of Syx on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $24.99 |
| Release Date | 9/21/2020 |
| Developer | Gamatron AB |
| Publisher | Gamatron AB |
| Steam App Id | 1162750 |
7. 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 has achieved a Player Score of 93, placing it in the #7 spot for the best Linux Economy games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 27,796 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 26,408 positive reviews and 1,388 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 |
8. Dog Brew
Dog Brew - a light indie adventure where the main character, burdened by debts, decides to settle them through the art of brewing beer.
Dog Brew has achieved a Player Score of 93, placing it in the #8 spot for the best Linux Economy games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,521 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,493 positive reviews and 28 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $2.45 to play and can be played and ran on both Windows and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Dog Brew on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $2.45 |
| Release Date | 4/30/2024 |
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| Steam App Id | 2883280 |
9. Cities: Skylines
Cities: Skylines is a modern take on the classic city simulation. The game introduces new game play elements to realize the thrill and hardships of creating and maintaining a real city whilst expanding on some well-established tropes of the city building experience.
Cities: Skylines has achieved a Player Score of 92, placing it in the #9 spot for the best Linux Economy games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 268,687 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 250,667 positive reviews and 18,020 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 possible to play Cities: Skylines on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $29.99 |
| Release Date | 3/10/2015 |
| Developer | Colossal Order Ltd. |
| Publisher | Paradox Interactive |
| Steam App Id | 255710 |
10. Dungeons 3
At last, the Dungeon Lord has successfully united the forces of evil and established his dark empire. Time for the next step in his most diabolical quest: expansion!
Dungeons 3 has achieved a Player Score of 92, placing it in the #10 spot for the best Linux Economy games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 18,289 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 17,238 positive reviews and 1,051 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 possible to play Dungeons 3 on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $29.99 |
| Release Date | 10/13/2017 |
| Developer | Realmforge Studios |
| Publisher | Kalypso Media |
| Steam App Id | 493900 |
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| 35,955 | 10/12/2012 | 97 | $19.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 10,662 | 2/2/2016 | 96 | $19.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 23,908 | 9/21/2010 | 95 | $29.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 783 | 4/1/2021 | 94 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 336 | 8/29/2013 | 93 | $9.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 381 | 9/21/2020 | 93 | $24.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 1,595 | 12/6/2022 | 93 | $29.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 6 | 4/30/2024 | 93 | $2.45 | Steam Charts | |
| 8,303 | 3/10/2015 | 92 | $29.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 150 | 10/13/2017 | 92 | $29.99 | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 22). Sid Meier's Civilization® V on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, February 15). OpenTTD on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, February 5). Game Dev Tycoon on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, February 13). Songs of Syx on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, February 12). Dwarf Fortress on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, February 14). Dog Brew on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, February 11). Cities: Skylines on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 28). Dungeons 3 on Steam. Steam Store.