Best MOBA Linux Games on Steam

Steam currently has 464 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 5/26/2024.

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1. MageQuit

A wizard brawler about spell drafting and beard envy, MageQuit allows up to 10 mages to battle it out 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 1,163 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,095 positive reviews and 68 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 145 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 141 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, 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 1,423 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,269 positive reviews and 154 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 - the 2D moba

Use your power, show your might! Play this Multiplayer Online Battle Arena (MOBA) game for FREE now! 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 - the 2D moba 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 26,640 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 22,561 positive reviews and 4,079 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 Awesomenauts - the 2D moba on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).

Release Date 8/1/2012
Developer Ronimo Games
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Steam App Id 204300

5. 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 #5 spot for the best Linux MOBA games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,246,468 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,837,627 positive reviews and 408,841 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

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 90,672 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 74,568 positive reviews and 16,104 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. Gene Shift Auto

Gene Shift Auto is a rogue-lite battle royale set in a chaotic GTA-style city. Fight cops and win supplies to level up powerful abilities, then create the ultimate skill build to outplay your foes in the final showdown.

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Gene Shift Auto has achieved a Player Score of 79, placing it in the #7 spot for the best Linux MOBA games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,355 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,945 positive reviews and 410 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 Gene Shift Auto 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

8. Soccer With Satan

Soccer With Satan is a 1v1 real time tactical soccer game set in Hell. Control your minions, move them, make them kick the ball and collect mana to unleash your trainer's super violent abilities. Score the most goals, or win by destroying the entire enemy team.

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Soccer With Satan has achieved a Player Score of 79, placing it in the #8 spot for the best Linux MOBA games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 17 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 17 positive reviews and 0 negative reviews — making it "Positive" on Steam.

It is priced at $9.99 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.

Steam Price $9.99
Release Date 10/23/2023
Developer Studio Gauntlet
Publisher Studio Gauntlet
Steam App Id 1597610

9. Climb Challenge - Find Items 4

Hidden-object adventure game. The player needs to run around the location and look for objects in secret places, climbing into them along walls and ledges.

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Climb Challenge - Find Items 4 has achieved a Player Score of 76, placing it in the #9 spot for the best Linux MOBA games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 11 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 11 positive reviews and 0 negative reviews — making it "Positive" on Steam.

It is priced at $199.99 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 $199.99
Release Date 3/28/2024
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Steam App Id 2878330

10. Climb Challenge - Find Items 5

Hidden-object adventure game. The player needs to run around the location and look for objects in secret places, climbing into them along walls and ledges.

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Climb Challenge - Find Items 5 has achieved a Player Score of 76, placing it in the #10 spot for the best Linux MOBA games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 11 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 11 positive reviews and 0 negative reviews — making it "Positive" on Steam.

It is priced at $199.99 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 $199.99
Release Date 3/28/2024
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Steam App Id 2878340

More MOBA Linux Games on Steam

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MageQuit steam charts
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10/10/2019
89
$14.99
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11/3/2021
87
Free
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Spellsworn steam charts
10
3/13/2018
85
Free
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8/1/2012
83
Free
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503,362
7/9/2013
81
Free
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Dota Underlords steam charts
1,075
6/20/2019
81
Free
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Gene Shift Auto steam charts
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5/23/2017
79
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10/23/2023
79
$9.99
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3/28/2024
76
$199.99
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3/28/2024
76
$199.99
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  • Valve Corporation. (2024, May 28). Fishards on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2024, May 27). Spellsworn on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2024, April 29). Awesomenauts - the 2D moba on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2024, May 29). Dota 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2024, May 29). Dota Underlords on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2024, May 29). Gene Shift Auto on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2024, May 27). Soccer With Satan on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2024, May 29). Climb Challenge - Find Items 4 on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2024, May 29). Climb Challenge - Find Items 5 on Steam. Steam Store.

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