Best Indie Linux Games on Steam
Steam currently has 73,787 Indie 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. Indie game rankings were last updated on 5/14/2024.
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1. Stardew Valley
You've inherited your grandfather's old farm plot in Stardew Valley. Armed with hand-me-down tools and a few coins, you set out to begin your new life. Can you learn to live off the land and turn these overgrown fields into a thriving home?
Stardew Valley holds the #1 spot for "best Linux Indie game on Steam" with a Player Score of 97. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 704,439 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 692,239 positive reviews and 12,200 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 | 2/26/2016 |
| Developer | ConcernedApe |
| Publisher | ConcernedApe |
| Steam App Id | 413150 |
2. Terraria
Dig, fight, explore, build! Nothing is impossible in this action-packed adventure game. Four Pack also available!
Terraria has achieved a Player Score of 97, placing it in the #2 spot for the best Linux Indie games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,283,210 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,252,771 positive reviews and 30,439 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.
3. 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 #3 spot for the best Linux Indie games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 721,947 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 705,017 positive reviews and 16,930 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 | 10/12/2012 |
| Franchise | SCS Software |
| Developer | SCS Software |
| Publisher | SCS Software |
| Steam App Id | 227300 |
4. RimWorld
A sci-fi colony sim driven by an intelligent AI storyteller. Generates stories by simulating psychology, ecology, gunplay, melee combat, climate, biomes, diplomacy, interpersonal relationships, art, medicine, trade, and more.
RimWorld has achieved a Player Score of 97, placing it in the #4 spot for the best Linux Indie games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 186,092 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 182,465 positive reviews and 3,627 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $34.99 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 | $34.99 |
| Release Date | 10/17/2018 |
| Developer | Ludeon Studios |
| Publisher | Ludeon Studios |
| Steam App Id | 294100 |
5. 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 #5 spot for the best Linux Indie games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 16,135 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 16,016 positive reviews and 119 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.
6. Slay the Spire
We fused card games and roguelikes together to make the best single player deckbuilder we could. Craft a unique deck, encounter bizarre creatures, discover relics of immense power, and Slay the Spire!
Slay the Spire has achieved a Player Score of 97, placing it in the #6 spot for the best Linux Indie games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 154,989 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 151,664 positive reviews and 3,325 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly 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 | 1/23/2019 |
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| Steam App Id | 646570 |
7. Aseprite
Aseprite is a pixel-art tool to create 2D animations, sprites, and any kind of graphics for games.
Aseprite has achieved a Player Score of 97, placing it in the #7 spot for the best Linux Indie games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 17,444 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 17,290 positive reviews and 154 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 |
| Developer | David Capello |
| Publisher | Igara Studio |
| Steam App Id | 431730 |
8. 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 96, placing it in the #8 spot for the best Linux Indie games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 119,747 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 117,253 positive reviews and 2,494 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 Slime Rancher on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $19.99 |
| Release Date | 8/1/2017 |
| Franchise | Monomi Park |
| Developer | Monomi Park |
| Publisher | Monomi Park |
| Steam App Id | 433340 |
9. The Binding of Isaac: Rebirth
The Binding of Isaac: Rebirth is a randomly generated action RPG shooter with heavy Rogue-like elements. Following Isaac on his journey players will find bizarre treasures that change Isaac’s form giving him super human abilities and enabling him to fight off droves of mysterious creatures, discover secrets and fight his way to safety.
The Binding of Isaac: Rebirth has achieved a Player Score of 96, placing it in the #9 spot for the best Linux Indie games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 286,739 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 279,683 positive reviews and 7,056 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 | 11/4/2014 |
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| Publisher | Nicalis, Inc. |
| Steam App Id | 250900 |
10. Mount & Blade: Warband
In a land torn asunder by incessant warfare, it is time to assemble your own band of hardened warriors and enter the fray. Lead your men into battle, expand your realm, and claim the ultimate prize: the throne of Calradia!
Mount & Blade: Warband has achieved a Player Score of 96, placing it in the #10 spot for the best Linux Indie games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 160,115 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 156,496 positive reviews and 3,619 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 Mount & Blade: Warband on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $19.99 |
| Release Date | 3/31/2010 |
| Developer | TaleWorlds Entertainment |
| Publisher | TaleWorlds Entertainment |
| Steam App Id | 48700 |
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| Image | Name | Actions | ||||
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 | 85,733 | 2/26/2016 | 97 | $14.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 23,829 | 5/16/2011 | 97 | $9.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 11,007 | 10/12/2012 | 97 | $19.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 23,831 | 10/17/2018 | 97 | $34.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 22 | 7/30/2019 | 97 | $7.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 8,242 | 1/23/2019 | 97 | $24.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 4,219 | 2/22/2016 | 97 | $19.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 711 | 8/1/2017 | 96 | $19.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 10,532 | 11/4/2014 | 96 | $14.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 2,006 | 3/31/2010 | 96 | $19.99 | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 13). Terraria on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 14). Euro Truck Simulator 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 14). RimWorld on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 14). A Short Hike on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 3). Slay the Spire on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 5). Aseprite on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, April 4). Slime Rancher on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 3). The Binding of Isaac: Rebirth on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, March 26). Mount & Blade: Warband on Steam. Steam Store.