Best Hidden Object Linux Games on Steam
Steam currently has 5,289 Hidden Object 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. Hidden Object game rankings were last updated on 1/8/2025.
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1. 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 holds the #1 spot for "best Linux Hidden Object game on Steam" with a Player Score of 96. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 7,497 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 7,439 positive reviews and 58 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 | 9/17/2021 |
| Franchise | popagenda |
| Developer | Something We Made |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 1307580 |
2. A Castle Full of Cats
A Castle Full of Cats is a catvania hidden object game where you need to find all the cursed cats in the castle. Save each and every cat and unleash the power of love! ♡
A Castle Full of Cats has achieved a Player Score of 95, placing it in the #2 spot for the best Linux Hidden Object games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 3,832 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 3,810 positive reviews and 22 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly 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 possible to play A Castle Full of Cats on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
3. Please, Touch The Artwork 2
A handpainted cozy hidden object adventure. Explore a surreal world. Collect items for its quirky inhabitants. Fix damaged paintings and solve casual puzzles. Help a lost skeleton painter find his way home. This game is short but 100% FREE (no ads, no IAP).
Please, Touch The Artwork 2 has achieved a Player Score of 95, placing it in the #3 spot for the best Linux Hidden Object games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 4,282 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 4,251 positive reviews and 31 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. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Release Date | 2/19/2024 |
| Franchise | Thomas Waterzooi |
| Developer | Thomas Waterzooi |
| Publisher | Thomas Waterzooi |
| Steam App Id | 2600140 |
4. An Arcade Full of Cats
Journey through gaming history's time and space, while searching for adorable feline companions in 'An Arcade Full of Cats,' the ultimate pet'em up hidden object game.
An Arcade Full of Cats has achieved a Player Score of 95, placing it in the #4 spot for the best Linux Hidden Object games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 6,455 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 6,357 positive reviews and 98 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 An Arcade Full of Cats on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
5. A Building Full of Cats
A Building Full of Cats is a hidden object game where you need to pet all the cats in the building. Don't leave any cats behind!
A Building Full of Cats has achieved a Player Score of 95, placing it in the #5 spot for the best Linux Hidden Object games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 3,865 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 3,828 positive reviews and 37 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $1.99 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.
6. Fran Bow
Fran Bow is a creepy adventure game that tells the story of Fran, a young girl struggling with a mental disorder and an unfair destiny.
Fran Bow has achieved a Player Score of 95, placing it in the #6 spot for the best Linux Hidden Object games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 18,169 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 17,667 positive reviews and 502 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 | 8/27/2015 |
| Developer | Killmonday Games AB |
| Publisher | Killmonday Games AB |
| Steam App Id | 362680 |
7. A Tower Full of Cats
A Tower Full of Cats is a hidden object game where you need to gather cats through the whole history of catkind... and beyond!
A Tower Full of Cats has achieved a Player Score of 94, placing it in the #7 spot for the best Linux Hidden Object games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,791 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,783 positive reviews and 8 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $5.99 to play and can be played and ran on both Windows and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play A Tower Full of Cats on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
8. Minami Lane
Welcome to Minami Lane! Build your own street in this tiny cozy, casual management sim! Unlock and customize buildings, manage your shops, and maximize the happiness of your villagers to complete quests and fill your street with love!
Minami Lane has achieved a Player Score of 94, placing it in the #8 spot for the best Linux Hidden Object games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 4,466 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 4,376 positive reviews and 90 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 | 2/28/2024 |
| Developers | |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 2678990 |
9. CATO: Buttered Cat
CATO = Cat + Toast = Buttered cat paradox = Anti-gravity 🍞🐈🧩 200+ puzzles，40+ skins
CATO: Buttered Cat has achieved a Player Score of 94, placing it in the #9 spot for the best Linux Hidden Object games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,011 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,987 positive reviews and 24 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $10.99 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 | $10.99 |
| Release Date | 9/6/2024 |
| Franchise | GCORES PUBLISHING |
| Developer | Team Woll |
| Publisher | GCORES PUBLISHING |
| Steam App Id | 1999520 |
More Hidden Object Linux Games on Steam
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| Image | Name | Actions | ||||
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| 27 | 9/17/2021 | 96 | $19.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 5 | 11/9/2022 | 95 | $3.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 11 | 2/19/2024 | 95 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 22 | 11/16/2023 | 95 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 3 | 7/7/2022 | 95 | $1.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 93 | 8/27/2015 | 95 | $14.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 9 | 5/20/2024 | 94 | $5.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 45 | 2/28/2024 | 94 | $4.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 21 | 9/6/2024 | 94 | $10.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 19 | 2/15/2017 | 94 | $14.99 | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 11). A Castle Full of Cats on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 14). Please, Touch The Artwork 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 16). An Arcade Full of Cats on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 4). A Building Full of Cats on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 3). Fran Bow on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 4). A Tower Full of Cats on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 14). Minami Lane on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 14). CATO: Buttered Cat on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 2). Hidden Folks on Steam. Steam Store.