Best JRPG Linux Games on Steam
Steam currently has 3,675 JRPG 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. JRPG game rankings were last updated on 5/3/2024.
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1. Finding Paradise
A story-driven experience about two doctors traversing backwards through a dying man's memories to fulfill his last wish.
Finding Paradise holds the #1 spot for "best Linux JRPG game on Steam" with a Player Score of 95. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 17,038 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 16,679 positive reviews and 359 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 possible to play Finding Paradise on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $9.99 |
| Release Date | 12/14/2017 |
| Franchise | Freebird Games |
| Developer | Freebird Games |
| Publisher | Freebird Games |
| Steam App Id | 337340 |
2. Impostor Factory
A bonkers time-loop tragicomedy murder mystery thriller featuring multiple casualties and a suspicious cat, from the creator of To the Moon & Finding Paradise.
Impostor Factory has achieved a Player Score of 93, placing it in the #2 spot for the best Linux JRPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 10,441 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 10,031 positive reviews and 410 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 possible to play Impostor Factory on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $9.99 |
| Release Date | 9/30/2021 |
| Franchise | Freebird Games |
| Developer | Freebird Games |
| Publisher | Freebird Games |
| Steam App Id | 1182620 |
3. LISA: The Painful
The miserable journey of a broken man...
LISA: The Painful has achieved a Player Score of 93, placing it in the #3 spot for the best Linux JRPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 14,073 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 13,473 positive reviews and 600 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 LISA: The Painful on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $19.99 |
| Release Date | 12/15/2014 |
| Developer | Dingaling Productions |
| Publisher | Serenity Forge |
| Steam App Id | 335670 |
4. Cassette Beasts
Collect awesome monsters to use during turn-based battles in this open-world RPG. Combine any two monster forms using Cassette Beasts’ Fusion System to create unique and powerful new ones!
Cassette Beasts has achieved a Player Score of 93, placing it in the #4 spot for the best Linux JRPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 6,599 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 6,359 positive reviews and 240 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $19.99 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.
| Steam Price | $19.99 |
| Release Date | 4/26/2023 |
| Franchise | Raw Fury Games |
| Developer | Bytten Studio |
| Publisher | Raw Fury |
| Steam App Id | 1321440 |
5. Rakuen
A hospitalized Boy comes to terms with his own story by traveling with his Mom to a beautiful fantasy world; ultimately helping his fellow patients find closure by walking a mile in their shoes.
Rakuen has achieved a Player Score of 93, placing it in the #5 spot for the best Linux JRPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 5,667 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 5,465 positive reviews and 202 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. At the moment, it is possible to play Rakuen on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $14.99 |
| Release Date | 5/10/2017 |
| Franchise | Morizora Studios |
| Developer | Laura Shigihara |
| Publisher | Laura Shigihara |
| Steam App Id | 559210 |
6. Meg's Monster
Take control of the Underworld’s grumpiest ghoul to help a lost little girl find her way home in this creepy-cute indie adventure. Just be warned: if she cries, the whole world dies.
Meg's Monster has achieved a Player Score of 91, placing it in the #6 spot for the best Linux JRPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 883 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 860 positive reviews and 23 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.
7. Meltys Quest
Princess Meltys spent all her life fooling around while living in the lap of luxury. One day the dastardly Grolido Monster Empire upsets her way of life. Now she sets out on a passionate journey to restore her kingdom, but what pit stops will she make along the way?
Meltys Quest has achieved a Player Score of 91, placing it in the #7 spot for the best Linux JRPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,047 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,958 positive reviews and 89 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly 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 Meltys Quest on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $19.99 |
| Release Date | 10/24/2017 |
| Developer | Remtairy |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 723090 |
8. Deathbulge: Battle of the Bands
A turn-based RPG where you play as DEATHBULGE, a 3-piece band of dysfunctional goofballs who unknowingly stumble into a cursed battle of the bands contest, where all entrants can attack with music and must fight to the death.
Deathbulge: Battle of the Bands has achieved a Player Score of 91, placing it in the #8 spot for the best Linux JRPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 387 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 384 positive reviews and 3 negative reviews — making it "Very 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 | 8/8/2023 |
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| Steam App Id | 1083790 |
9. CrossCode
A retro-inspired 2D Action RPG set in the distant future. CrossCode combines 16-bit SNES-style graphics with butter-smooth physics, a fast-paced combat system, and engaging puzzle mechanics, served with a gripping sci-fi story.
CrossCode has achieved a Player Score of 91, placing it in the #9 spot for the best Linux JRPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 15,639 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 14,603 positive reviews and 1,036 negative reviews — making it "Very 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 CrossCode on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $19.99 |
| Release Date | 9/21/2018 |
| Developer | Radical Fish Games |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 368340 |
10. Word Game
Word game is literally a game of words. Player controls "I" to find clues between lines, delete words to change the meaning of sentences, or shift words to rewrite facts. “I” must be wise and brave enough complete the mission of words. May the best "I” win!
Word Game has achieved a Player Score of 91, placing it in the #10 spot for the best Linux JRPG games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 5,540 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 5,202 positive reviews and 338 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $34.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Word Game on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
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| Image | Name | Actions | ||||
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 | 24 | 12/14/2017 | 95 | $9.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 4 | 9/30/2021 | 93 | $9.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 44 | 12/15/2014 | 93 | $19.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 168 | 4/26/2023 | 93 | $19.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 6 | 5/10/2017 | 93 | $14.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 3/2/2023 | 91 | $14.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 31 | 10/24/2017 | 91 | $19.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 6 | 8/8/2023 | 91 | $19.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 141 | 9/21/2018 | 91 | $19.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 2 | 1/21/2022 | 91 | $34.99 | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 18). Impostor Factory on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 19). LISA: The Painful on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 19). Cassette Beasts on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 18). Rakuen on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 14). Meg's Monster on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, March 27). Meltys Quest on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 18). Deathbulge: Battle of the Bands on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 19). CrossCode on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, April 12). Word Game on Steam. Steam Store.