Best Mars Linux Games on Steam
Steam currently has 286 Mars 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. Mars game rankings were last updated on 4/3/2025.
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1. Red Planet Farming
Become the first Agricultural Director of Mars in Red Planet Farming! This casual strategy game tasks players with producing enough food to feed a growing population of settlers on the red planet.
Red Planet Farming holds the #1 spot for "best Linux Mars game on Steam" with a Player Score of 90. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 826 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 793 positive reviews and 33 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 | 5/25/2020 |
| Developers | |
| Publisher | Nina Demirjian |
| Steam App Id | 1288170 |
2. Farlanders
Terraform, strategize, and construct a Martian colony in this retro-inspired turn-based city builder. Create a comfortable living for your citizens, research alien artifacts, and uncover the secrets of the Red Planet.
Farlanders has achieved a Player Score of 87, placing it in the #2 spot for the best Linux Mars games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 522 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 487 positive reviews and 35 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 | 1/17/2023 |
| Franchise | Andriy Bychkovskyi |
| Developer | Andriy Bychkovskyi |
| Publisher | Crytivo |
| Steam App Id | 1318740 |
3. Farlanders: Prologue
Prepare for your journey to Mars by building and managing a colony within the safety of Earth’s atmosphere. Hone your abilities to create a thriving community, terraform the land to suit your needs, and prove your capability for a larger mission. Get ready to launch in this prologue to Farlanders.
Farlanders: Prologue has achieved a Player Score of 85, placing it in the #3 spot for the best Linux Mars games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 280 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 260 positive reviews and 20 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 Farlanders: Prologue on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 5/18/2021 |
| Franchise | Andriy Bychkovskyi |
| Developer | Andriy Bychkovskyi |
| Publisher | Crytivo |
| Steam App Id | 1460540 |
4. Terraformers
Terraform Mars in this turn-based colony builder and resource management game with roguelike elements. Explore the planet, develop spectacular cities, spread life and turn the Red Planet into a green one!
Terraformers has achieved a Player Score of 85, placing it in the #4 spot for the best Linux Mars games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 3,218 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,839 positive reviews and 379 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 | 3/9/2023 |
| Franchise | Goblinz Publishing |
| Developer | Asteroid Lab |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 1244800 |
5. Waking Mars
In 2097, life is discovered on Mars. When your mission of first contact becomes trapped by a cave-in, you must master the alien ecosystem to survive. Soon you stumble upon more than anyone expected, and with time running out, you will make a decision that determines the fate of a lost planet.
Waking Mars has achieved a Player Score of 84, placing it in the #5 spot for the best Linux Mars games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,187 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,053 positive reviews and 134 negative reviews — making it "Very 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 Waking Mars on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $9.99 |
| Release Date | 12/13/2012 |
| Developer | Tiger Style |
| Publisher | Tiger Style |
| Steam App Id | 227200 |
6. Terraformers: First steps on Mars
Terraformers: First Steps on Mars is a free prologue of Terraformers, featuring an exclusive challenge to lead humanity's first attempt at settling the Red Planet.
Terraformers: First steps on Mars has achieved a Player Score of 84, placing it in the #6 spot for the best Linux Mars games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 681 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 609 positive reviews and 72 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, there is no confirmed information regarding Steam Deck support for this game.
| Release Date | 10/23/2021 |
| Developer | Asteroid Lab |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 1557040 |
7. Surviving Mars
There will be challenges to overcome. Execute your strategy and improve your colony’s chances of survival while unlocking the mysteries of this alien world. Are you ready? Mars is waiting for you.
Surviving Mars has achieved a Player Score of 83, placing it in the #7 spot for the best Linux Mars games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 26,414 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 22,333 positive reviews and 4,081 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 not possible to play or run Surviving Mars on the Steam Deck.
| Steam Price | $29.99 |
| Release Date | 3/15/2018 |
| Franchise | Paradox Interactive - Official |
| Developers | |
| Publisher | Paradox Interactive |
| Steam App Id | 464920 |
8. Mars Power Industries: First Job
Is that your first job here at Mars Power Industries? Okay... Let's learn how to supply your tiny colony. Think of this like a puzzle. Sparkly crystals make power and your buildings need that sweet, sweet blue jazz. Black goo? Right, umm... Best to ign#-$!ore it. We do&!@ ONE #%& OF &#@ US %!&
Mars Power Industries: First Job has achieved a Player Score of 81, placing it in the #8 spot for the best Linux Mars games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 65 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 61 positive reviews and 4 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, there is no confirmed information regarding Steam Deck support for this game.
| Release Date | 6/9/2020 |
| Franchise | Kurki.games |
| Developers | |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 1300560 |
9. Devader
Devader is an intense 90's-style twin-stick shooter, complete with crazy old-school bosses, powerful strategic abilities and multiple endings. Upgrade your robot with nukes, shields, turrets and more to exterminate the relentless invaders.
Devader has achieved a Player Score of 81, placing it in the #9 spot for the best Linux Mars games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 55 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 52 positive reviews and 3 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, there is no confirmed information regarding Steam Deck support for this game.
| Steam Price | $7.99 |
| Release Date | 9/2/2019 |
| Developer | Falkenbrew |
| Publisher | Falkenbrew |
| Steam App Id | 706850 |
10. Rock Boshers DX: Directors Cut
Get ready to take a trip back to the 80s, the 1880s! Help young Queen Victoria fight her way across Mars and attempt to escape home in this exceedingly retro arcade adventure! Prepare to bosh rocks! - with only the occasional break for tea and scones.
Rock Boshers DX: Directors Cut has achieved a Player Score of 77, placing it in the #10 spot for the best Linux Mars games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 52 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 46 positive reviews and 6 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $6.99 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.
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| 1 | 5/25/2020 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 3 | 1/17/2023 | 87 | $14.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 1 | 5/18/2021 | 85 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 64 | 3/9/2023 | 85 | $19.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 1 | 12/13/2012 | 84 | $9.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 1 | 10/23/2021 | 84 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 357 | 3/15/2018 | 83 | $29.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 1 | 6/9/2020 | 81 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1 | 9/2/2019 | 81 | $7.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 1 | 12/10/2014 | 77 | $6.99 | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 19). Devader on Steam. Steam Store.
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