Best Football (American) Linux Games on Steam
Steam currently has 156 Football (American) 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. Football (American) game rankings were last updated on 9/27/2023.
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1. Pixel Cup Soccer 17
Pixel Cup Soccer 17 is an arcade retro style soccer game. A dynamic arcade game with fast paced gameplay and engaging mechanics. Just the fun part of soccer!
Pixel Cup Soccer 17 holds the #1 spot for "best Linux Football (American) game on Steam" with a Player Score of 82. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 296 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 264 positive reviews and 32 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $0.00 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.
| Release Date | 11/1/2021 |
| Developer | BATOVI Games |
| Publisher | BATOVI Games |
| Steam App Id | 492340 |
2. Dudelings: Arcade Sportsball
Dudelings: Arcade Sportsball is a fast-paced sportslike. A cross between Pong and Foosball, this title brings high-energy local mutiplayer fun to the table!
Dudelings: Arcade Sportsball has achieved a Player Score of 78, placing it in the #2 spot for the best Linux Football (American) games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 15 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 15 positive reviews and 0 negative reviews — making it "Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $4.99 to play and can be played and ran on both Windows and Linux systems. At the moment, there is no confirmed information regarding Steam Deck support for this game.
| Steam Price | $4.99 |
| Release Date | 5/6/2024 |
| Developer | Heavy Element |
| Publisher | Heavy Element |
| Steam App Id | 1905160 |
3. Chill
Chill is a relaxing, minimalist maze game.
Chill has achieved a Player Score of 74, placing it in the #3 spot for the best Linux Football (American) games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 290 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 231 positive reviews and 59 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $0.99 to play and can be played and ran on both Windows and Linux systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
4. Axis Football 2023
Axis Football is a simulation-style football game featuring the industry's best franchise mode, massive customization, and realistic gameplay.
Axis Football 2023 has achieved a Player Score of 73, placing it in the #4 spot for the best Linux Football (American) games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 250 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 197 positive reviews and 53 negative reviews — making it "Mostly 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, there is no confirmed information regarding Steam Deck support for this game.
| Steam Price | $14.99 |
| Release Date | 9/7/2022 |
| Developer | Axis Games |
| Publisher | Axis Games |
| Steam App Id | 2103640 |
5. STG Football
Officially licensed by the NFLPA, STG Football is a free-to-play, real-time, arcade football game designed from the ground up to be a true multiplayer game supporting unique 4v4 gameplay that emphasizes teamwork and strategy.
STG Football has achieved a Player Score of 71, placing it in the #5 spot for the best Linux Football (American) games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 278 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 209 positive reviews and 69 negative reviews — making it "Mostly 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 STG Football on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 8/29/2023 |
| Developer | SuperTeam Games |
| Publisher | SuperTeam Games |
| Steam App Id | 2218960 |
6. Australian Football Coach 2023-24
Coach your way to the premiership flag! Australian Football Coach 2023 comes packed with new features including local multiplayer and a database update.
Australian Football Coach 2023-24 has achieved a Player Score of 70, placing it in the #6 spot for the best Linux Football (American) games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 28 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 23 positive reviews and 5 negative reviews — making it "Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $19.99 to play and can be played and ran on both Windows and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Australian Football Coach 2023-24 on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $19.99 |
| Release Date | 3/9/2023 |
| Developer | Statto Software |
| Publisher | Statto Software |
| Steam App Id | 2238710 |
7. Axis Football 2016
Axis Football is a an American football simulation featuring innovative aimed passing and massive customization.
Axis Football 2016 has achieved a Player Score of 68, placing it in the #7 spot for the best Linux Football (American) games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 123 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 91 positive reviews and 32 negative reviews — making it "Mostly 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, there is no confirmed information regarding Steam Deck support for this game.
| Steam Price | $4.99 |
| Release Date | 7/29/2016 |
| Developer | Axis Games |
| Publisher | Axis Games |
| Steam App Id | 501190 |
8. Axis Football 2015
Axis Football is a 3D American Football Simulation Game that features a unique aimed passing system. Play in a single match, season mode, or local multiplayer! Offers basic mod support for team rosters.
Axis Football 2015 has achieved a Player Score of 67, placing it in the #8 spot for the best Linux Football (American) games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 380 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 267 positive reviews and 113 negative reviews — making it "Mostly 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, there is no confirmed information regarding Steam Deck support for this game.
| Steam Price | $4.99 |
| Release Date | 7/15/2015 |
| Developer | Axis Games |
| Publisher | Axis Games |
| Steam App Id | 370090 |
9. Axis Football 2024
Axis Football is a simulation-style football game featuring the industry's best franchise mode, massive customization, and realistic gameplay.
Axis Football 2024 has achieved a Player Score of 66, placing it in the #9 spot for the best Linux Football (American) games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 149 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 106 positive reviews and 43 negative reviews — making it "Mostly 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 | 9/13/2023 |
| Developer | Axis Games |
| Publisher | Axis Games |
| Steam App Id | 2422110 |
10. Axis Football 2019
Axis Football is an American football simulation featuring immersive gameplay, a deep franchise mode, and extensive customization.
Axis Football 2019 has achieved a Player Score of 65, placing it in the #10 spot for the best Linux Football (American) games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 115 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 80 positive reviews and 35 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" 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, there is no confirmed information regarding Steam Deck support for this game.
| Steam Price | $9.99 |
| Release Date | 9/27/2019 |
| Developer | Axis Games |
| Publisher | Axis Games |
| Steam App Id | 1098210 |
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 | 1 | 11/1/2021 | 82 | ??? | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 5/6/2024 | 78 | $4.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 1/18/2019 | 74 | $0.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 9/7/2022 | 73 | $14.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 18 | 8/29/2023 | 71 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 2 | 3/9/2023 | 70 | $19.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 7/29/2016 | 68 | $4.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 7/15/2015 | 67 | $4.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 14 | 9/13/2023 | 66 | $19.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 9/27/2019 | 65 | $9.99 | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 13). Chill on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 19). Axis Football 2023 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 6). STG Football on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 18). Australian Football Coach 2023-24 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, March 1). Axis Football 2016 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, March 11). Axis Football 2015 on Steam. Steam Store.
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- Valve Corporation. (2024, April 16). Axis Football 2019 on Steam. Steam Store.