Best Mythology Linux Games on Steam
Steam currently has 1,475 Mythology 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. Mythology game rankings were last updated on 4/3/2025.
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1. Valheim
A brutal exploration and survival game for 1-10 players, set in a procedurally-generated purgatory inspired by viking culture. Battle, build, and conquer your way to a saga worthy of Odin’s patronage!
Valheim holds the #1 spot for "best Linux Mythology game on Steam" with a Player Score of 94. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 493,784 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 466,023 positive reviews and 27,761 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 | 2/2/2021 |
| Franchise | Coffee Stain |
| Developer | Iron Gate AB |
| Publisher | Coffee Stain Publishing |
| Steam App Id | 892970 |
2. WorldBox - God Simulator
WorldBox is the ULTIMATE god simulator and sandbox game. A petri dish for your fantasy civilizations. Create your own world or destroy it using many powers. Watch civilizations grow, form kingdoms, colonize new lands, sail to far continents, wars to ignite, empires to fall and towns to burn!
WorldBox - God Simulator has achieved a Player Score of 93, placing it in the #2 spot for the best Linux Mythology games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 41,347 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 39,185 positive reviews and 2,162 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 | 12/2/2021 |
| Developer | Maxim Karpenko |
| Publisher | Maxim Karpenko |
| Steam App Id | 1206560 |
3. The Great Rebellion
The Great Rebellion is a cyberpunk 2D sidescrolling run'n'gun roguelite using mouse/twinstick-shooter controls. It features randomly generated levels, multiple difficulty modes (including optional permadeath), a dynamic soundtrack and an upgradeable player character.
The Great Rebellion has achieved a Player Score of 90, placing it in the #3 spot for the best Linux Mythology games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 522 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 510 positive reviews and 12 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $9.59 to play and can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play The Great Rebellion on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
4. 12 Labours of Hercules
Accompany Hercules on a quest to rescue his wife, kidnapped by the evil Hades in 12 Labours of Hercules! You'll meet heroes from Ancient Greece as you vanquish beasts, repair roads and construct wonders in this stunning Time Management game!
12 Labours of Hercules has achieved a Player Score of 90, placing it in the #4 spot for the best Linux Mythology games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 3,012 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,820 positive reviews and 192 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, there is no confirmed information regarding Steam Deck support for this game.
| Steam Price | $2.99 |
| Release Date | 3/23/2015 |
| Developers | |
| Publisher | Jetdogs Studios |
| Steam App Id | 342580 |
5. Cooking Companions
Unravel the mystery in this cute psychological horror VN, set deep in the woods of the Tatras Mountains. Will you wind up on the chopping block?
Cooking Companions has achieved a Player Score of 88, placing it in the #5 spot for the best Linux Mythology games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,109 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,039 positive reviews and 70 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. At the moment, it is possible to play Cooking Companions on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $14.99 |
| Release Date | 10/7/2021 |
| Developer | Deer Dream Studios |
| Publisher | Deer Dream Studios |
| Steam App Id | 1263230 |
6. Locke(d)
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Locke(d) has achieved a Player Score of 88, placing it in the #6 spot for the best Linux Mythology games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,027 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 961 positive reviews and 66 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.
7. Changeling Tale
Fantasy and reality collide in Changeling Tale, a story-rich visual novel about finding one's "true" self... and true love! Help a young man returning from war rebuild his life, kindle new romances, and reveal a secret that will forever transform the lives of those closest to him—literally!
Changeling Tale has achieved a Player Score of 88, placing it in the #7 spot for the best Linux Mythology games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 206 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 201 positive reviews and 5 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 not possible to play or run Changeling Tale on the Steam Deck.
| Steam Price | $19.99 |
| Release Date | 12/27/2023 |
| Developer | Helmet Fox |
| Publisher | Helmet Fox |
| Steam App Id | 1232870 |
8. The Herbalist
"The Herbalist" is a smooth and meditative game from the creators of "Everlasting Summer". You'll need to recreate some recipes of ancient potions with Slavya.
The Herbalist has achieved a Player Score of 88, placing it in the #8 spot for the best Linux Mythology games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 699 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 655 positive reviews and 44 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $5.99 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.
9. Sphinx and the Cursed Mummy
Sphinx and The Cursed Mummy is an original 3rd person action-adventure inspired by the mythology of ancient Egypt. Travelling the world via magical portals to foil the evil plans of Set. Sphinx's Journey will require all his wits, agility, and special powers.
Sphinx and the Cursed Mummy has achieved a Player Score of 87, placing it in the #9 spot for the best Linux Mythology games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 613 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 575 positive reviews and 38 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 | 11/10/2017 |
| Developers | |
| Publisher | THQ Nordic |
| Steam App Id | 606710 |
10. The End of the Sun
The End of the Sun is a first-person, story-driven mystery adventure set in a Slavic fantasy world. As the ashter, a sage sorcerer gifted with the ability to travel in time, you come to a mysterious village where the line between myth and reality begins to fade perilously.
The End of the Sun has achieved a Player Score of 87, placing it in the #10 spot for the best Linux Mythology games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 151 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 148 positive reviews and 3 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 not possible to play or run The End of the Sun on the Steam Deck.
| Steam Price | $24.99 |
| Release Date | 1/29/2025 |
| Franchise | The End of The Sun Team |
| Developer | The End of the Sun Team |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 912840 |
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| 17,365 | 2/2/2021 | 94 | $19.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 5,846 | 12/2/2021 | 93 | $19.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 1 | 2/1/2024 | 90 | $9.59 | Steam Charts | |
| 2 | 3/23/2015 | 90 | $2.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 1 | 10/7/2021 | 88 | $14.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 1 | 1/23/2023 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 2 | 12/27/2023 | 88 | $19.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 1 | 11/15/2016 | 88 | $5.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 1 | 11/10/2017 | 87 | $14.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 1 | 1/29/2025 | 87 | $24.99 | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 13). 12 Labours of Hercules on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, April 2). Cooking Companions on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 19). Locke(d) on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 15). Changeling Tale on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 13). The Herbalist on Steam. Steam Store.
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, April 1). The End of the Sun on Steam. Steam Store.