Best Game Development Linux Games on Steam
Steam currently has 2,673 Game Development 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. Game Development game rankings were last updated on 6/21/2026.
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1. Aseprite
Aseprite is a pixel-art tool to create 2D animations, sprites, and any kind of graphics for games.
Aseprite holds the #1 spot for "best Linux Game Development game on Steam" with a Player Score of 97. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 26,090 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 25,822 positive reviews and 268 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. At the moment, it is not possible to play or run Aseprite on the Steam Deck.
| Steam Price | $19.99 |
| Release Date | 2/22/2016 |
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| Publisher | Igara Studio |
| Steam App Id | 431730 |
2. Blender
Blender is the free and open source 3D creation suite. Free to use for everyone, for any purpose.
Blender has achieved a Player Score of 95, placing it in the #2 spot for the best Linux Game Development games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 88,245 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 84,740 positive reviews and 3,505 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 not possible to play or run Blender on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 4/24/2015 |
| Developer | Blender Foundation |
| Publisher | Blender Foundation |
| Steam App Id | 365670 |
3. Krita
Krita is a powerful, open source and community-driven digital art tool for illustrators, concept designers, animators, comic book artists, game developers, and anyone who wants to express themselves through the creation of visual art.
Krita has achieved a Player Score of 93, placing it in the #3 spot for the best Linux Game Development games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 7,372 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 7,080 positive reviews and 292 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 Krita on the Steam Deck.
| Steam Price | $9.99 |
| Release Date | 6/10/2014 |
| Developers | |
| Publisher | Krita Team |
| Steam App Id | 280680 |
4. Godot Engine
Godot Engine is a feature-packed, cross-platform game engine to create 2D and 3D games from a unified interface. It provides a comprehensive set of common tools, so that you can focus on making games without having to reinvent the wheel.
Godot Engine has achieved a Player Score of 93, placing it in the #4 spot for the best Linux Game Development games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 8,987 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 8,598 positive reviews and 389 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 not possible to play or run Godot Engine on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 2/24/2016 |
| Developer | Godot Engine |
| Publisher | Godot Engine |
| Steam App Id | 404790 |
5. Arctic Eggs
Eggs: perfection in two parts. The simple whites. The sublime yolk. Each the lesser without its partner. Chorus and verse. A symphony of flavor. The catchy tune reminding us of warm baths and late-night movies. The elevator music to whatever lies beyond.
Arctic Eggs has achieved a Player Score of 92, placing it in the #5 spot for the best Linux Game Development games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 5,863 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 5,613 positive reviews and 250 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $5.99 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 | $5.99 |
| Release Date | 5/16/2024 |
| Franchise | CRITICAL REFLEX |
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| Steam App Id | 2763670 |
6. The Stanley Parable: Ultra Deluxe
The Stanley Parable: Ultra Deluxe is an expanded re-imagining of 2013's The Stanley Parable. You will play as Stanley, and you will not play as Stanley. You will make a choice, and you will become powerless. You are not here to win. The Stanley Parable is a game that plays you.
The Stanley Parable: Ultra Deluxe has achieved a Player Score of 92, placing it in the #6 spot for the best Linux Game Development games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 35,143 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 33,084 positive reviews and 2,059 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. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Steam Price | $24.99 |
| Release Date | 4/27/2022 |
| Developer | Crows Crows Crows |
| Publisher | Crows Crows Crows |
| Steam App Id | 1703340 |
7. Software Inc.
Construct and design buildings for optimal working conditions. Hire people to design and release software, so you can defeat the simulated competition and take over their businesses. Manage and educate your employees to make sure they are skilled and satisfied with their job.
Software Inc. has achieved a Player Score of 91, placing it in the #7 spot for the best Linux Game Development games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 7,720 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 7,272 positive reviews and 448 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $22.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Software Inc. on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $22.99 |
| Release Date | 5/1/2015 |
| Developer | Coredumping |
| Publisher | Coredumping |
| Steam App Id | 362620 |
8. One Dreamer: Prologue
Modify the world around you with pseudocode as you journey through blended realities and discover why Frank became a game developer in the first place.
One Dreamer: Prologue has achieved a Player Score of 90, placing it in the #8 spot for the best Linux Game Development games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 792 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 758 positive reviews and 34 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, there is no confirmed information regarding Steam Deck support for this game.
| Release Date | 5/7/2020 |
| Developer | One Dreamer Company |
| Publisher | F2House |
| Steam App Id | 1274140 |
9. Pixel Art Academy: Learn Mode
Learn how to draw pixel art with a video game! Start from zero and develop real art skills in a relaxing way. Complete interactive tutorials, draw pixel art sprites, and play the games you create. Everyone can do this!
Pixel Art Academy: Learn Mode has achieved a Player Score of 89, placing it in the #9 spot for the best Linux Game Development games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 418 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 405 positive reviews and 13 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $13.00 to play and can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Pixel Art Academy: Learn Mode on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $13.00 |
| Release Date | 8/5/2024 |
| Developer | Matej 'Retro' Jan |
| Publisher | Retronator |
| Steam App Id | 2330360 |
10. YoloMouse - Cursor Changer
Use YoloMouse to change those obscure game or app cursors. Replace, resize, add effects and style. Never lose your cursor in a heated battle again!
YoloMouse - Cursor Changer has achieved a Player Score of 89, placing it in the #10 spot for the best Linux Game Development games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,895 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,677 positive reviews and 218 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $3.99 to play and can be played and ran on both Windows and Linux systems. At the moment, it is not possible to play or run YoloMouse - Cursor Changer on the Steam Deck.
| Steam Price | $3.99 |
| Release Date | 5/1/2020 |
| Developer | Dragonrise Games |
| Publisher | Dragonrise Games |
| Steam App Id | 1283970 |
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| Image | Name | Actions | ||||
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| 6,030 | 2/22/2016 | 97 | $19.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 10,237 | 4/24/2015 | 95 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1,295 | 6/10/2014 | 93 | $9.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 1,744 | 2/24/2016 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 7 | 5/16/2024 | 92 | $5.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 104 | 4/27/2022 | 92 | $24.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 157 | 5/1/2015 | 91 | $22.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 1 | 5/7/2020 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1 | 8/5/2024 | 89 | $13.00 | Steam Charts | |
| 6,822 | 5/1/2020 | 89 | $3.99 | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2026, June 21). Aseprite on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, June 23). Blender on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, June 17). Krita on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, June 22). Godot Engine on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, June 28). Arctic Eggs on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, May 18). The Stanley Parable: Ultra Deluxe on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, May 25). Software Inc. on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, April 2). One Dreamer: Prologue on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, June 7). Pixel Art Academy: Learn Mode on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, June 13). YoloMouse - Cursor Changer on Steam. Steam Store.