Best Mechs Linux Games on Steam
Steam currently has 764 Mechs 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. Mechs game rankings were last updated on 11/18/2024.
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1. Rusted Warfare - RTS
{{An RTS inspired by the classics of the past!}} Making up for it's subpar retro graphics with fun gameplay and modern multi-threaded tech enabling huge battles to run smooth... Featuring singleplayer challenges, skirmish, sandbox, 10-player multiplayer & workshop modding.
Rusted Warfare - RTS holds the #1 spot for "best Linux Mechs game on Steam" with a Player Score of 93. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 5,535 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 5,354 positive reviews and 181 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly 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 Rusted Warfare - RTS on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $4.99 |
| Release Date | 7/14/2017 |
| Developer | Corroding Games |
| Publisher | Corroding Games |
| Steam App Id | 647960 |
2. Airships: Conquer the Skies
Construct mighty steampunk airships and fly them into battle, waging war and conquering the skies!
Airships: Conquer the Skies has achieved a Player Score of 93, placing it in the #2 spot for the best Linux Mechs games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 5,668 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 5,445 positive reviews and 223 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. At the moment, it is possible to play Airships: Conquer the Skies on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $24.99 |
| Release Date | 8/16/2018 |
| Franchise | David Stark |
| Developer | David Stark |
| Publisher | David Stark |
| Steam App Id | 342560 |
3. Into the Breach
Control powerful mechs from the future to defeat an alien threat. Each attempt to save the world presents a new randomly generated challenge in this turn-based strategy game.
Into the Breach has achieved a Player Score of 92, placing it in the #3 spot for the best Linux Mechs games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 19,468 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 18,423 positive reviews and 1,045 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 | 2/27/2018 |
| Developer | Subset Games |
| Publisher | Subset Games |
| Steam App Id | 590380 |
4. Brigador: Up-Armored Edition
Pilot a mech to hunt down and destroy the oppressive government of a cyberpunk autocracy. In this fast-paced, top-down shooter, use overwhelming firepower to destroy columns of tanks and level buildings. Unlock up to 56 unique vehicles and 40 weapons.
Brigador: Up-Armored Edition has achieved a Player Score of 90, placing it in the #4 spot for the best Linux Mechs games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 5,342 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 5,011 positive reviews and 331 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $24.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Brigador: Up-Armored Edition on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $24.99 |
| Release Date | 6/2/2016 |
| Franchise | Stellar Jockeys |
| Developers | |
| Publisher | Stellar Jockeys |
| Steam App Id | 274500 |
5. ACE Academy
ACE Academy is a slice-of-life, story-centric comedy game with elements of dating-sim; fully voiced and extensively interactive!
ACE Academy has achieved a Player Score of 90, placing it in the #5 spot for the best Linux Mechs games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,462 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,393 positive reviews and 69 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 ACE Academy on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
6. Chroma Squad
Tactical RPG about 5 stunt actors who decide to quit their jobs and start their own Power Rangers-inspired TV show! Cast actors, upgrade your studio, craft Mechas of cardboard and duct tape. Once the cameras are rolling, control your cast of 5 colored-jumpsuit-clad warriors in turn-based battles.
Chroma Squad has achieved a Player Score of 90, placing it in the #6 spot for the best Linux Mechs games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 4,343 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 4,052 positive reviews and 291 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $2.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Chroma Squad on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $2.99 |
| Release Date | 4/30/2015 |
| Developer | Behold Studios |
| Publisher | Behold Studios |
| Steam App Id | 251130 |
7. Gearbits
Fast-paced mecha themed third person shooter.
Gearbits has achieved a Player Score of 89, placing it in the #7 spot for the best Linux Mechs games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 270 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 263 positive reviews and 7 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. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Steam Price | $9.99 |
| Release Date | 10/10/2023 |
| Developer | Quackpond Games |
| Publisher | Quackpond Games |
| Steam App Id | 2506580 |
8. Sunrider: Mask of Arcadius
As Captain Kayto Shields, embark on a galactic voyage of heroism and survival. With his home world destroyed and his nation conquered, the inexperienced Captain Shields, and his newly minted vessel, the Sunrider, are left as the only hope against a galactic evil intent on subjugating all sentient life.
Sunrider: Mask of Arcadius has achieved a Player Score of 89, placing it in the #8 spot for the best Linux Mechs games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,775 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,566 positive reviews and 209 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. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Release Date | 7/9/2014 |
| Developer | Love in Space |
| Publisher | Sekai Project |
| Steam App Id | 313730 |
9. Templar Battleforce
An addictive mix of strategic combat and army building, with the precision of an RPG. Design your squad members' exact build of equipment and talents to create unique fireteam combinations. Step into the pilot suit of a Leviathan mech, lead the Templar Knights in turn-based tactical warfare.
Templar Battleforce has achieved a Player Score of 88, placing it in the #9 spot for the best Linux Mechs games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 938 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 877 positive reviews and 61 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 Templar Battleforce on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $9.99 |
| Release Date | 9/21/2015 |
| Franchise | Trese Brothers |
| Developer | Trese Brothers |
| Publisher | Trese Brothers |
| Steam App Id | 370020 |
10. Last Call BBS
Boot up your Z5 Powerlance and dial into Last Call BBS, the last game from Zachtronics! The Barkeep’s loaded up his retro computer with a full set of puzzle games for you to download and play. No need to worry about copy protection, they’re all fully cracked and ready to enjoy!
Last Call BBS has achieved a Player Score of 88, placing it in the #10 spot for the best Linux Mechs games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,308 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,210 positive reviews and 98 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 Last Call BBS on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $19.99 |
| Release Date | 8/3/2022 |
| Franchise | Zachtronics |
| Developer | Zachtronics |
| Publisher | Zachtronics |
| Steam App Id | 1511780 |
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| 273 | 7/14/2017 | 93 | $4.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 51 | 8/16/2018 | 93 | $24.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 130 | 2/27/2018 | 92 | $14.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 6 | 6/2/2016 | 90 | $24.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 2 | 8/22/2016 | 90 | $19.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 6 | 4/30/2015 | 90 | $2.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 3 | 10/10/2023 | 89 | $9.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 1 | 7/9/2014 | 89 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1 | 9/21/2015 | 88 | $9.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 26 | 8/3/2022 | 88 | $19.99 | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 18). Rusted Warfare - RTS on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 4). Airships: Conquer the Skies on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 12). Into the Breach on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 12). Brigador: Up-Armored Edition on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 24). ACE Academy on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 19). Chroma Squad on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 7). Gearbits on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, September 5). Sunrider: Mask of Arcadius on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 15). Templar Battleforce on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 5). Last Call BBS on Steam. Steam Store.