Best Massively Multiplayer Linux Games on Steam
Steam currently has 5,022 Massively Multiplayer 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. Massively Multiplayer game rankings were last updated on 5/29/2024.
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1. Garry's Mod
Garry's Mod is a physics sandbox. There aren't any predefined aims or goals. We give you the tools and leave you to play.
Garry's Mod holds the #1 spot for "best Linux Massively Multiplayer game on Steam" with a Player Score of 96. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,069,067 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,034,142 positive reviews and 34,925 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 Garry's Mod on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $9.99 |
| Release Date | 11/29/2006 |
| Developer | Facepunch Studios |
| Publisher | Valve |
| Steam App Id | 4000 |
2. ShellShock Live
Demolish your friends with hundreds of upgradable weapons shot from your customizable tank in this action-packed online multiplayer tanks game. Earn XP to level up and unlock new tanks, weapons, and gear. Fight against or alongside your friends for strategic team or free-for-all matches.
ShellShock Live has achieved a Player Score of 91, placing it in the #2 spot for the best Linux Massively Multiplayer games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 33,930 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 31,667 positive reviews and 2,263 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 ShellShock Live on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $9.99 |
| Release Date | 5/22/2020 |
| Developer | kChamp Games |
| Publisher | kChamp Games |
| Steam App Id | 326460 |
3. Unturned
You're a survivor in the zombie infested ruins of society, and must work with your friends and forge alliances to remain among the living.
Unturned has achieved a Player Score of 91, placing it in the #3 spot for the best Linux Massively Multiplayer games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 539,368 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 493,576 positive reviews and 45,792 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 Unturned on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 7/7/2017 |
| Developer | Smartly Dressed Games |
| Publisher | Smartly Dressed Games |
| Steam App Id | 304930 |
4. X-Plane 11
The future of flight simulation is now! X-Plane 11 is the detailed, realistic, and modern simulator you’ve been waiting for. Intuitive user interface, 3-D cockpits, new effects, 3-D sound, living airports and world-wide scenery.
X-Plane 11 has achieved a Player Score of 90, placing it in the #4 spot for the best Linux Massively Multiplayer games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 17,543 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 16,269 positive reviews and 1,274 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 X-Plane 11 on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $29.99 |
| Release Date | 3/30/2017 |
| Developer | Laminar Research |
| Publisher | Laminar Research |
| Steam App Id | 269950 |
5. Fistful of Frags
Multiplayer based, first person enabled, action packed and skill demanding shooter set in the Wild West times. A unique combination of non stop action and slow but powerful weaponry.
Fistful of Frags has achieved a Player Score of 90, placing it in the #5 spot for the best Linux Massively Multiplayer games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 35,614 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 32,558 positive reviews and 3,056 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 Fistful of Frags on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 5/9/2014 |
| Developer | Fistful of Frags Team |
| Publisher | Fistful of Frags Team |
| Steam App Id | 265630 |
6. Day of Defeat: Source
Valve's WWII Multiplayer Classic - Now available for Mac.
Day of Defeat: Source has achieved a Player Score of 90, placing it in the #6 spot for the best Linux Massively Multiplayer games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 21,617 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 19,809 positive reviews and 1,808 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 Day of Defeat: Source on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
7. No More Room in Hell
The chances of you surviving this all out war of society and the undead are slim to none. Already, there are millions of the walking dead shambling about, searching for food to eat. There's no known cure. One bite can possibly end it all for you. However, you aren't alone in this nightmare.
No More Room in Hell has achieved a Player Score of 89, placing it in the #7 spot for the best Linux Massively Multiplayer games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 70,686 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 63,563 positive reviews and 7,123 negative reviews — making it "Very 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 No More Room in Hell on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 10/31/2013 |
| Developer | No More Room in Hell Team |
| Publisher | Lever Games |
| Steam App Id | 224260 |
8. Guns of Icarus Online
Assemble your crew, take to the skies in the premier PvP airship combat game. Guns of Icarus Online is all about flying massive airships, shooting big turret weapons, and working as a team for supremacy of the skies. Everyone as one, victory or death, together.
Guns of Icarus Online has achieved a Player Score of 88, placing it in the #8 spot for the best Linux Massively Multiplayer games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 14,640 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 13,176 positive reviews and 1,464 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $4.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Guns of Icarus Online on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $4.99 |
| Release Date | 10/29/2012 |
| Developer | Muse Games |
| Publisher | Muse Games |
| Steam App Id | 209080 |
9. Golf With Your Friends
Why have friends if not to play Golf... With Your Friends! Nothing is out of bounds as you take on courses filled with fast paced, exciting, simultaneous mini golf for up to 12 players!
Golf With Your Friends has achieved a Player Score of 87, placing it in the #9 spot for the best Linux Massively Multiplayer games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 62,794 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 55,530 positive reviews and 7,264 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 | 5/19/2020 |
| Developers | |
| Publisher | Team17 |
| Steam App Id | 431240 |
10. Meadow
A forum in games clothing, this online fable experience lets old and new fans of the Shelter series come together and encounter a peculiar world.
Meadow has achieved a Player Score of 87, placing it in the #10 spot for the best Linux Massively Multiplayer games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 5,848 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 5,241 positive reviews and 607 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.
| Steam Price | $6.99 |
| Release Date | 10/26/2016 |
| Franchise | Might & Delight |
| Developer | Might and Delight |
| Publisher | Might and Delight |
| Steam App Id | 486310 |
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| Image | Name | Actions | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 12,044 | 11/29/2006 | 96 | $9.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 204 | 5/22/2020 | 91 | $9.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 57,727 | 7/7/2017 | 91 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 372 | 3/30/2017 | 90 | $29.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 67 | 5/9/2014 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 144 | 7/12/2010 | 90 | $9.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 310 | 10/31/2013 | 89 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 10/29/2012 | 88 | $4.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 708 | 5/19/2020 | 87 | $14.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 3 | 10/26/2016 | 87 | $6.99 | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 25). ShellShock Live on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 26). Unturned on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, March 28). X-Plane 11 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 25). Fistful of Frags on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 24). Day of Defeat: Source on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 25). No More Room in Hell on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 25). Guns of Icarus Online on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 30). Golf With Your Friends on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 30). Meadow on Steam. Steam Store.