Best Mythology Linux Games on Steam
Steam currently has 1,445 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 2/28/2025.
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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 489,765 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 462,337 positive reviews and 27,428 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 40,021 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 37,930 positive reviews and 2,091 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 91, placing it in the #3 spot for the best Linux Mythology games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 521 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 511 positive reviews and 10 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $15.99 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 3,006 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,814 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. Locke(d)
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Locke(d) 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 1,013 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 950 positive reviews and 63 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.
6. 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 #6 spot for the best Linux Mythology games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,103 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,032 positive reviews and 71 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 |
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 198 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 193 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 87, placing it in the #8 spot for the best Linux Mythology games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 697 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 652 positive reviews and 45 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 606 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 568 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. Darkarta: A Broken Heart's Quest Collector's Edition
Haunted by strange curses from her orphanage days, Mary never knew the story of her dark past until that day. Enter the enchanted 'Netherworld' where your destiny was written in blood and which whispers of true love. A multi-award winner epic adventure game! Rated by many as their all time favorite!
Darkarta: A Broken Heart's Quest Collector's Edition 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 891 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 826 positive reviews and 65 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, there is no confirmed information regarding Steam Deck support for this game.
| Steam Price | $9.99 |
| Release Date | 3/8/2017 |
| Developer | Tuttifrutti Interactive |
| Publisher | Tuttifrutti Interactive |
| Steam App Id | 601530 |
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| 18,533 | 2/2/2021 | 94 | $19.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 1,231 | 12/2/2021 | 93 | $19.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 1 | 2/1/2024 | 91 | $15.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 1 | 3/23/2015 | 90 | $2.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 1 | 1/23/2023 | 88 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 2 | 10/7/2021 | 88 | $14.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 3 | 12/27/2023 | 88 | $19.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 1 | 11/15/2016 | 87 | $5.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 3 | 11/10/2017 | 87 | $14.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 1 | 3/8/2017 | 87 | $9.99 | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 13). 12 Labours of Hercules on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, February 21). Locke(d) on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, February 25). Cooking Companions on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, February 26). Changeling Tale on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, February 19). The Herbalist on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, February 20). Sphinx and the Cursed Mummy on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, February 25). Darkarta: A Broken Heart's Quest Collector's Edition on Steam. Steam Store.