Best MOBA Linux Games on Steam

Steam currently has 701 MOBA 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. MOBA game rankings were last updated on 8/24/2025.

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1. MageQuit

A wizard brawler about spell drafting and beard envy, MageQuit allows up to 10 mages to battle online or locally. Beards grow longer with each kill; the wizard with the longest beard after 9 rounds wins!

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MageQuit holds the #1 spot for "best Linux MOBA game on Steam" with a Player Score of 89. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,345 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,260 positive reviews and 85 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 10/10/2019
Developer Bowlcut Studios
Publisher Bowlcut Studios
Steam App Id 572220

2. Fishards

Combine the intense, skill-shot PVP of Magicka or Battlerite with some wacky 2-legged-fish and you've got yourself Fishards! The unique spell combining mechanic creates a brand new type of PvP​ ​arena​ experience that you have to try with friends!

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Fishards has achieved a Player Score of 87, placing it in the #2 spot for the best Linux MOBA games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 216 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 207 positive reviews and 9 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 Fishards on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).

Release Date 11/3/2021
Developer Rivernotch Game Studio
Publisher Rivernotch Game Studio
Steam App Id 1637140

3. Spellsworn

Enter a world of magic and battle, where your wits and reflexes will be pushed to their limits! Choose your spells, enter the ever-changing arena and prepare to obliterate all who stand in your way!

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Spellsworn has achieved a Player Score of 85, placing it in the #3 spot for the best Linux MOBA games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,479 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,318 positive reviews and 161 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, there is no confirmed information regarding Steam Deck support for this game.

Release Date 3/13/2018
Developer Frogsong Studios
Publisher Frogsong Studios
Steam App Id 360620

4. Awesomenauts

Use your power, show your might! Play this Multiplayer Online Battle Arena (MOBA) game! AWESOMENAUTS combines 2D platforming with team-based strategy and hero based action. Whether you are a new recruit or an intergalactic legend, play AWESOMENAUTS!

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Awesomenauts has achieved a Player Score of 83, placing it in the #4 spot for the best Linux MOBA games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 26,783 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 22,668 positive reviews and 4,115 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 Awesomenauts on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).

Steam Price $19.99
Release Date 8/1/2012
Developer Ronimo Games
Publishers
Steam App Id 204300

5. Poker Master - Texas Hold'em, Roulette, Blackjack, Baccarat, Omaha, Slots, Teen Patti

Free chips!Including Texas Hold'em, Slots, Blackjack, Teen Patti, Omaha, Baccarat, Roulette and more poker games.

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Poker Master - Texas Hold'em, Roulette, Blackjack, Baccarat, Omaha, Slots, Teen Patti has achieved a Player Score of 82, placing it in the #5 spot for the best Linux MOBA games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 4,619 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 3,924 positive reviews and 695 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 9/24/2020
Developer NGIN LIMITED
Publisher NGIN LIMITED
Steam App Id 994910

6. Dota Underlords

Hire a crew and destroy your rivals in this new strategy battler set in the world of Dota. Introducing Season One: Explore White Spire and earn rewards on the Battle Pass. Pick from several different game modes, play on your own or with friends, and take advantage of crossplay on PC and mobile.

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Dota Underlords has achieved a Player Score of 81, placing it in the #6 spot for the best Linux MOBA games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 90,914 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 74,746 positive reviews and 16,168 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 6/20/2019
Franchise Dota
Developer Valve
Publisher Valve
Steam App Id 1046930

7. Dota 2

Every day, millions of players worldwide enter battle as one of over a hundred Dota heroes. And no matter if it's their 10th hour of play or 1,000th, there's always something new to discover. With regular updates that ensure a constant evolution of gameplay, features, and heroes, Dota 2 has taken on a life of its own.

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Dota 2 has achieved a Player Score of 81, placing it in the #7 spot for the best Linux MOBA games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,542,539 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,069,419 positive reviews and 473,120 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 Dota 2 on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).

Release Date 7/9/2013
Franchise Dota
Developer Valve
Publisher Valve
Steam App Id 570

8. Skillshot City

Free-to-play battle royale with roguelite superpowers. Level up in a GTA-style city, adapt to random modifiers, and create godlike synergies. If you die, loot for next round, or kill a survivor to revive before the final fight!

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Skillshot City has achieved a Player Score of 80, placing it in the #8 spot for the best Linux MOBA games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,467 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,054 positive reviews and 413 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 Skillshot City on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).

Release Date 5/23/2017
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Publisher Nik Nak Studios
Steam App Id 308600

9. Nexus Rumble: The Ultimate Showdown

Welcome to Nexus Rumble, the ultimate showdown where champions clash in a fierce competition for survival! Prepare to embark on an adrenaline-fueled journey through diverse landscapes and exhilarating challenges in this heart-pounding multiplayer extravaganza.

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Nexus Rumble: The Ultimate Showdown has achieved a Player Score of 80, placing it in the #9 spot for the best Linux MOBA games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 75 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 68 positive reviews and 7 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 7/22/2024
Developer Brainyplanet
Publisher Brainyplanet Productions
Steam App Id 3027820

10. Alpha League

Alpha League is a free-to-play, hero based Auto Chess. In Alpha League, simply pick and build your favorite hero in a Roguelike fashion with 12 different combat genres, and then battle the other 7 Bots or Players to be the winner.

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Alpha League has achieved a Player Score of 79, placing it in the #10 spot for the best Linux MOBA games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,240 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,033 positive reviews and 207 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 Alpha League on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).

Release Date 2/23/2024
Developer Beaveroid Entertainment
Publisher Beaveroid Entertainment
Steam App Id 2684500

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81
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5/23/2017
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  • Valve Corporation. (2025, August 24). MageQuit on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2025, July 2). Fishards on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2025, March 17). Spellsworn on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2025, August 22). Awesomenauts on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2025, August 22). Poker Master - Texas Hold'em, Roulette, Blackjack, Baccarat, Omaha, Slots, Teen Patti on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2025, August 25). Dota Underlords on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2025, August 29). Dota 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2025, August 29). Skillshot City on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2025, August 29). Nexus Rumble: The Ultimate Showdown on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2025, August 26). Alpha League on Steam. Steam Store.

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