Best Immersive Linux Games on Steam
Steam currently has 852 Immersive 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. Immersive game rankings were last updated on 4/28/2026.
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1. Virtual Cottage
Virtual Cottage gives you a comfy place to rest and be productive without any distractions. Open the game, set yourself a goal and enjoy the atmosphere.
Virtual Cottage holds the #1 spot for "best Linux Immersive game on Steam" with a Player Score of 95. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 10,989 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 10,733 positive reviews and 256 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 Virtual Cottage on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
2. The Roottrees are Dead
A genealogical mystery straight out of 1998. Scour the early Internet for clues, uncover hidden connections, and piece together the family tree behind the secretive Roottree Corporation.
The Roottrees are Dead has achieved a Player Score of 94, placing it in the #2 spot for the best Linux Immersive games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 8,172 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 7,916 positive reviews and 256 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 possible to play The Roottrees are Dead on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $19.99 |
| Release Date | 1/15/2025 |
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| Steam App Id | 2754380 |
3. Wagotabi: A Japanese Journey
Wagotabi is an educational RPG teaching Japanese from the ground up. Immerse yourself in the language through interactive dialogues, quest-solving, and puzzles, all while exploring Japan and its rich culture. Will you become a Japanese master?
Wagotabi: A Japanese Journey has achieved a Player Score of 93, placing it in the #3 spot for the best Linux Immersive games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,283 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,270 positive reviews and 13 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $7.49 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 | $7.49 |
| Release Date | 8/13/2025 |
| Developer | Wagotabi Limited |
| Publisher | Wagotabi Limited |
| Steam App Id | 2701720 |
4. BioShock Infinite
Indebted to the wrong people, with his life on the line, veteran of the U.S. Cavalry and now hired gun, Booker DeWitt has only one opportunity to wipe his slate clean. He must rescue Elizabeth, a mysterious girl imprisoned since childhood and locked up in the flying city of Columbia.
BioShock Infinite has achieved a Player Score of 92, placing it in the #4 spot for the best Linux Immersive games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 144,256 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 134,866 positive reviews and 9,390 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 BioShock Infinite on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $29.99 |
| Release Date | 3/26/2013 |
| Franchise | BioShock Franchise |
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| Publisher | 2K |
| Steam App Id | 8870 |
5. Pools
Walking simulator. Explore, admire and listen. Uncanny. Relaxing. Unnerving. Eerie. Immersive. No monsters chasing you or jumping at your screen, but can feel oppressive at times by invoking fears of getting lost, the dark, tight spaces and liminal space architecture. Inspired by backrooms.
Pools has achieved a Player Score of 92, placing it in the #5 spot for the best Linux Immersive games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 6,154 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 5,856 positive reviews and 298 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $9.79 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 | $9.79 |
| Release Date | 4/26/2024 |
| Franchise | UNIKAT Label |
| Developer | Tensori |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 2663530 |
6. Virtual Cottage 2
Study alone - or together in your own customizable cottage! Virtual Cottage 2 motivates and supports you in tackling your daily tasks. Use its built-in productivity tool to accomplish your goals faster. Create your ultimate cozy space with hundreds of items.
Virtual Cottage 2 has achieved a Player Score of 89, placing it in the #6 spot for the best Linux Immersive games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 284 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 277 positive reviews and 7 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $7.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Virtual Cottage 2 on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
7. College Kings - The Complete Season
College Kings - The Complete Season (Acts I-III Combined): Sex, girls, parties, and power. As a freshman at San Vallejo College, you have the whole world in front of you. Will you let the next four years pass you by, or will you lead your fraternity to the crown and become campus royalty?
College Kings - The Complete Season has achieved a Player Score of 89, placing it in the #7 spot for the best Linux Immersive games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 9,237 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 8,444 positive reviews and 793 negative reviews — making it "Very 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 College Kings - The Complete Season on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 3/5/2021 |
| Developer | Undergrad Steve |
| Publisher | Undergrad Steve |
| Steam App Id | 1463120 |
8. The End of the Sun
You are the Ashter – a Slavic fire mage and tracker of mythical beings. Following a legendary creature, you reach a village caught in a time rift. Embark on a magical investigation – travel through time, explore the ancient land, and bond with fire to shape villagers’ fate and uncover the mystery.
The End of the Sun has achieved a Player Score of 89, placing it in the #8 spot for the best Linux Immersive games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 271 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 264 positive reviews and 7 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $12.49 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 | $12.49 |
| Release Date | 1/29/2025 |
| Franchise | The End of the Sun Forge |
| Developer | The End of the Sun Team |
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| Steam App Id | 912840 |
9. Sphinx and the Cursed Mummy
Sphinx and the Cursed Mummy is an original 3rd person action-adventure inspired by the mythology of ancient Egypt. Travelling the world via magical portals to foil the evil plans of Set. Sphinx's journey will require all his wits, agility, and special powers.
Sphinx and the Cursed Mummy has achieved a Player Score of 88, placing it in the #9 spot for the best Linux Immersive games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 696 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 656 positive reviews and 40 negative reviews — making it "Very 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 | 11/10/2017 |
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| Publisher | THQ Nordic |
| Steam App Id | 606710 |
10. Beyond The Edge Of Owlsgard
Save a peaceful world from being annihilated by machines in this oldschool point&click tale, inspired by classic animated movies and adventure games of the 90s.
Beyond The Edge Of Owlsgard has achieved a Player Score of 88, placing it in the #10 spot for the best Linux Immersive games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 379 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 362 positive reviews and 17 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $24.99 to play and can be played and ran on both Windows and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Beyond The Edge Of Owlsgard on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $24.99 |
| Release Date | 12/23/2022 |
| Franchise | Assemble Entertainment |
| Developer | WatchDaToast |
| Publisher | Assemble Entertainment |
| Steam App Id | 1709730 |
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| 120 | 10/7/2020 | 95 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 528 | 1/15/2025 | 94 | $19.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 57 | 8/13/2025 | 93 | $7.49 | Steam Charts | |
| 245 | 3/26/2013 | 92 | $29.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 24 | 4/26/2024 | 92 | $9.79 | Steam Charts | |
| 195 | 3/27/2026 | 89 | $7.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 72 | 3/5/2021 | 89 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1 | 1/29/2025 | 89 | $12.49 | Steam Charts | |
| 4 | 11/10/2017 | 88 | $14.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 1 | 12/23/2022 | 88 | $24.99 | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2026, May 1). Wagotabi: A Japanese Journey on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, May 1). BioShock Infinite on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, April 21). Pools on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, April 27). Virtual Cottage 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, April 5). College Kings - The Complete Season on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, April 24). The End of the Sun on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, April 5). Sphinx and the Cursed Mummy on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, April 30). Beyond The Edge Of Owlsgard on Steam. Steam Store.