Best Relaxing Linux Games on Steam
Steam currently has 13,595 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 1/17/2025.
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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 843,252 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 829,966 positive reviews and 13,286 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 797,559 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 778,015 positive reviews and 19,544 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. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Steam Price | $4.99 |
| 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 18,055 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 17,909 positive reviews and 146 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. 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 #4 spot for the best Linux Relaxing games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 11,943 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 11,805 positive reviews and 138 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 |
5. 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 #5 spot for the best Linux Relaxing games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 7,494 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 7,436 positive reviews and 58 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 | 9/17/2021 |
| Franchise | popagenda |
| Developer | Something We Made |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 1307580 |
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 165,294 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 160,231 positive reviews and 5,063 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. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Steam Price | $4.99 |
| Release Date | 2/2/2016 |
| Franchise | SCS Software |
| Developer | SCS Software |
| Publisher | SCS Software |
| Steam App Id | 270880 |
7. Tiny Glade
Tiny Glade is a small diorama builder where you doodle whimsical castles, cozy cottages & romantic ruins. Explore gridless building chemistry as the game adorns your glades with procedural detail. No management, combat or goals: just kick back and turn forgotten meadows into lovable dioramas.
Tiny Glade has achieved a Player Score of 95, placing it in the #7 spot for the best Linux Relaxing games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 17,598 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 17,217 positive reviews and 381 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $14.99 to play and can be played and ran on both Windows and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Tiny Glade on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $14.99 |
| Release Date | 9/23/2024 |
| Developer | Pounce Light |
| Publisher | Pounce Light |
| Steam App Id | 2198150 |
8. 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 #8 spot for the best Linux Relaxing games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 3,832 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 3,810 positive reviews and 22 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $3.99 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).
9. shapez 2
Dive into a factory-building game with the focus on just that – building huge space factories! Construct sprawling multi-level factories and satisfying production lines without limits. Tackle increasingly complex automation challenges at your own pace – you won’t have to worry about enemies.
shapez 2 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 9,972 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 9,791 positive reviews and 181 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly 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 possible to play shapez 2 on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $24.99 |
| Release Date | 8/15/2024 |
| Franchise | tobspr Games |
| Developer | tobspr Games |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 2162800 |
10. 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 #10 spot for the best Linux Relaxing games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 7,366 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 7,253 positive reviews and 113 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).
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| Image | Name | Actions | ||||
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| 76,715 | 2/26/2016 | 98 | $14.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 51,127 | 10/12/2012 | 97 | $4.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 34 | 7/30/2019 | 97 | $7.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 106 | 11/16/2020 | 96 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 28 | 9/17/2021 | 96 | $19.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 7,112 | 2/2/2016 | 96 | $4.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 693 | 9/23/2024 | 95 | $14.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 5 | 11/9/2022 | 95 | $3.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 1,072 | 8/15/2024 | 95 | $24.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 26 | 11/22/2023 | 95 | $4.99 | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 17). Stardew Valley on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 17). Euro Truck Simulator 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 5). A Short Hike on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 8). Our Life: Beginnings & Always on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 8). TOEM: A Photo Adventure on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 14). American Truck Simulator on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 16). Tiny Glade on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 11). A Castle Full of Cats on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 16). shapez 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 3). Juice Galaxy on Steam. Steam Store.