Best Relaxing Linux Games on Steam
Steam currently has 18,804 Relaxing 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. Relaxing game rankings were last updated on 2/16/2026.
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1. Stardew Valley
You've inherited your grandfather's old farm plot in Stardew Valley. Armed with hand-me-down tools and a few coins, you set out to begin your new life. Can you learn to live off the land and turn these overgrown fields into a thriving home?
Stardew Valley holds the #1 spot for "best Linux Relaxing game on Steam" with a Player Score of 98. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 977,174 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 962,213 positive reviews and 14,961 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly 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 | 2/26/2016 |
| Developer | ConcernedApe |
| Publisher | ConcernedApe |
| Steam App Id | 413150 |
2. Euro Truck Simulator 2
Travel across Europe as king of the road, a trucker who delivers important cargo across impressive distances! With dozens of cities to explore, your endurance, skill and speed will all be pushed to their limits.
Euro Truck Simulator 2 has achieved a Player Score of 97, placing it in the #2 spot for the best Linux Relaxing games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 896,075 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 873,507 positive reviews and 22,568 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. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Steam Price | $19.99 |
| Release Date | 10/12/2012 |
| Franchise | SCS Software |
| Developer | SCS Software |
| Publisher | SCS Software |
| Steam App Id | 227300 |
3. A Short Hike
Hike, climb, and soar through the peaceful mountainside landscapes of Hawk Peak Provincial Park as you make your way to the summit.
A Short Hike has achieved a Player Score of 97, placing it in the #3 spot for the best Linux Relaxing games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 21,239 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 21,060 positive reviews and 179 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $7.99 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.
4. TOEM: A Photo Adventure
Set off on a delightful expedition and use your photographic eye to uncover the mysteries of the magical TOEM in this hand-drawn adventure game. Chat with quirky characters, solve their problems by snapping neat photos, and make your way through a relaxing landscape!
TOEM: A Photo Adventure has achieved a Player Score of 96, placing it in the #4 spot for the best Linux Relaxing games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 9,983 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 9,901 positive reviews and 82 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $3.99 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 | $3.99 |
| Release Date | 9/17/2021 |
| Franchise | popagenda |
| Developer | Something We Made |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 1307580 |
5. Our Life: Beginnings & Always
A twenty-dollar bill, four summers, fifteen years, and a one of a kind life. Create an experience that’s all your own in this near-fully customizable visual novel where you grow from childhood to adulthood with the lonely boy next door.
Our Life: Beginnings & Always has achieved a Player Score of 96, placing it in the #5 spot for the best Linux Relaxing games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 13,212 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 13,044 positive reviews and 168 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly 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 Our Life: Beginnings & Always on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 11/16/2020 |
| Franchise | GB Patch Games |
| Developer | GB Patch Games |
| Publisher | GB Patch Games |
| Steam App Id | 1129190 |
6. American Truck Simulator
Experience legendary American trucks and deliver various cargoes across sunny California, sandy Nevada, and the Grand Canyon State of Arizona. American Truck Simulator takes you on a journey through the breathtaking landscapes and widely recognized landmarks around the States.
American Truck Simulator has achieved a Player Score of 96, placing it in the #6 spot for the best Linux Relaxing games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 186,455 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 180,756 positive reviews and 5,699 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. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Steam Price | $19.99 |
| Release Date | 2/2/2016 |
| Franchise | SCS Software |
| Developer | SCS Software |
| Publisher | SCS Software |
| Steam App Id | 270880 |
7. Kabuto Park
Enjoy summer in Kabuto Park! Catch the cutest bugs, train them and win the Summer Beetle Battles Championship in this tiny bug collection game! Upgrade your equipment to find rarer, stronger and shinier little friends.
Kabuto Park has achieved a Player Score of 96, placing it in the #7 spot for the best Linux Relaxing games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 3,627 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 3,618 positive reviews and 9 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 Kabuto Park on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $4.99 |
| Release Date | 5/28/2025 |
| Developers | |
| Publisher | Doot Tiny Games |
| Steam App Id | 3376990 |
8. Juice Galaxy
Juice Galaxy is a happy place to fly around and smack things and drink juice. And explore things. And just, flip around doing stuff.
Juice Galaxy has achieved a Player Score of 95, placing it in the #8 spot for the best Linux Relaxing games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 9,755 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 9,603 positive reviews and 152 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 Juice Galaxy on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
9. A Castle Full of Cats
A Castle Full of Cats is a catvania hidden object game where you need to find all the cursed cats in the castle. Save each and every cat and unleash the power of love! ♡
A Castle Full of Cats has achieved a Player Score of 95, placing it in the #9 spot for the best Linux Relaxing games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 4,312 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 4,281 positive reviews and 31 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $1.99 to play and can be played and ran on both Windows and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play A Castle Full of Cats on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
10. An Arcade Full of Cats
Journey through gaming history's time and space, while searching for adorable feline companions in 'An Arcade Full of Cats,' the ultimate pet'em up hidden object game.
An Arcade Full of Cats has achieved a Player Score of 95, placing it in the #10 spot for the best Linux Relaxing games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 7,733 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 7,608 positive reviews and 125 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly 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 An Arcade Full of Cats on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
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| Image | Name | Actions | ||||
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| 59,702 | 2/26/2016 | 98 | $14.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 12,817 | 10/12/2012 | 97 | $19.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 27 | 7/30/2019 | 97 | $7.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 42 | 9/17/2021 | 96 | $3.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 135 | 11/16/2020 | 96 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 9,324 | 2/2/2016 | 96 | $19.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 11 | 5/28/2025 | 96 | $4.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 34 | 11/22/2023 | 95 | $4.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 7 | 11/9/2022 | 95 | $1.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 22 | 11/16/2023 | 95 | Free | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2026, February 16). Euro Truck Simulator 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 25). A Short Hike on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, February 11). TOEM: A Photo Adventure on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, February 9). Our Life: Beginnings & Always on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, February 16). American Truck Simulator on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, February 10). Kabuto Park on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, February 6). Juice Galaxy on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, February 14). A Castle Full of Cats on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 28). An Arcade Full of Cats on Steam. Steam Store.