Best Exploration Linux Games on Steam
Steam currently has 16,043 Exploration 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. Exploration game rankings were last updated on 12/9/2024.
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1. Terraria
Dig, fight, explore, build! Nothing is impossible in this action-packed adventure game. Four Pack also available!
Terraria holds the #1 spot for "best Linux Exploration game on Steam" with a Player Score of 97. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,353,651 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,320,003 positive reviews and 33,648 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. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
2. 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 has achieved a Player Score of 97, placing it in the #2 spot for the best Linux Exploration games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 784,742 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 765,534 positive reviews and 19,208 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. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Steam Price | $4.99 |
| Release Date | 10/12/2012 |
| Franchise | SCS Software |
| Developer | SCS Software |
| Publisher | SCS Software |
| Steam App Id | 227300 |
3. A Short Hike
Hike, climb, and soar through the peaceful mountainside landscapes of Hawk Peak Provincial Park as you make your way to the summit.
A Short Hike has achieved a Player Score of 97, placing it in the #3 spot for the best Linux Exploration games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 17,665 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 17,524 positive reviews and 141 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $7.99 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.
4. Slime Rancher
Slime Rancher is the tale of Beatrix LeBeau, a plucky, young rancher who sets out for a life a thousand light years away from Earth on the ‘Far, Far Range’ where she tries her hand at making a living wrangling slimes.
Slime Rancher has achieved a Player Score of 97, placing it in the #4 spot for the best Linux Exploration games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 129,927 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 127,237 positive reviews and 2,690 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 Slime Rancher on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $4.99 |
| Release Date | 8/1/2017 |
| Franchise | Monomi Park |
| Developer | Monomi Park |
| Publisher | Monomi Park |
| Steam App Id | 433340 |
5. OneShot
OneShot is a surreal top down Puzzle/Adventure game with unique gameplay capabilities. You are to guide a child through a mysterious world on a mission to restore its long-dead sun. The world knows you exist.
OneShot has achieved a Player Score of 96, placing it in the #5 spot for the best Linux Exploration games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 48,820 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 47,979 positive reviews and 841 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 not possible to play or run OneShot on the Steam Deck.
| Steam Price | $9.99 |
| Release Date | 12/9/2016 |
| Developer | Future Cat LLC |
| Publisher | KOMODO |
| Steam App Id | 420530 |
6. Hollow Knight
Forge your own path in Hollow Knight! An epic action adventure through a vast ruined kingdom of insects and heroes. Explore twisting caverns, battle tainted creatures and befriend bizarre bugs, all in a classic, hand-drawn 2D style.
Hollow Knight has achieved a Player Score of 96, placing it in the #6 spot for the best Linux Exploration games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 382,657 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 371,516 positive reviews and 11,141 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly 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 | 2/24/2017 |
| Developer | Team Cherry |
| Publisher | Team Cherry |
| Steam App Id | 367520 |
7. Garry's Mod
Garry's Mod is a physics sandbox. There aren't any predefined aims or goals. We give you the tools and leave you to play.
Garry's Mod has achieved a Player Score of 96, placing it in the #7 spot for the best Linux Exploration games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,119,331 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,083,187 positive reviews and 36,144 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 Garry's Mod on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $9.99 |
| Release Date | 11/29/2006 |
| Developer | Facepunch Studios |
| Publisher | Valve |
| Steam App Id | 4000 |
8. Celeste
Help Madeline survive her inner demons on her journey to the top of Celeste Mountain, in this super-tight platformer from the creators of TowerFall. Brave hundreds of hand-crafted challenges, uncover devious secrets, and piece together the mystery of the mountain.
Celeste has achieved a Player Score of 96, placing it in the #8 spot for the best Linux Exploration games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 111,307 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 108,490 positive reviews and 2,817 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 | 1/25/2018 |
| Franchise | EXOK Games |
| Developers | |
| Publisher | Maddy Makes Games Inc. |
| Steam App Id | 504230 |
9. 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 has achieved a Player Score of 96, placing it in the #9 spot for the best Linux Exploration games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 7,184 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 7,129 positive reviews and 55 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $3.99 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 | $3.99 |
| Release Date | 9/17/2021 |
| Franchise | popagenda |
| Developer | Something We Made |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 1307580 |
10. 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 #10 spot for the best Linux Exploration games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 162,795 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 157,791 positive reviews and 5,004 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. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Steam Price | $4.99 |
| Release Date | 2/2/2016 |
| Franchise | SCS Software |
| Developer | SCS Software |
| Publisher | SCS Software |
| Steam App Id | 270880 |
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| 19,927 | 5/16/2011 | 97 | $9.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 27,594 | 10/12/2012 | 97 | $4.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 34 | 7/30/2019 | 97 | $7.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 2,832 | 8/1/2017 | 97 | $4.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 73 | 12/9/2016 | 96 | $9.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 5,239 | 2/24/2017 | 96 | $14.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 17,117 | 11/29/2006 | 96 | $9.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 1,736 | 1/25/2018 | 96 | $19.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 29 | 9/17/2021 | 96 | $3.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 7,716 | 2/2/2016 | 96 | $4.99 | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 11). Euro Truck Simulator 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 7). A Short Hike on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 10). Slime Rancher on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 5). OneShot on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 5). Hollow Knight on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 11). Garry's Mod on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 5). Celeste on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 11). TOEM: A Photo Adventure on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 11). American Truck Simulator on Steam. Steam Store.