Best Remake Linux Games on Steam
Steam currently has 533 Remake 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. Remake game rankings were last updated on 5/9/2025.
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1. The Binding of Isaac: Rebirth
The Binding of Isaac: Rebirth is a randomly generated action RPG shooter with heavy Rogue-like elements. Following Isaac on his journey players will find bizarre treasures that change Isaac’s form giving him super human abilities and enabling him to fight off droves of mysterious creatures, discover secrets and fight his way to safety.
The Binding of Isaac: Rebirth holds the #1 spot for "best Linux Remake game on Steam" with a Player Score of 96. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 340,644 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 331,514 positive reviews and 9,130 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 | 11/4/2014 |
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| Publisher | Nicalis, Inc. |
| Steam App Id | 250900 |
2. Black Mesa
Relive Half-Life.
Black Mesa has achieved a Player Score of 94, placing it in the #2 spot for the best Linux Remake games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 124,602 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 118,697 positive reviews and 5,905 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $19.99 to play and can be played and ran on both Windows and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Black Mesa on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $19.99 |
| Release Date | 3/6/2020 |
| Developer | Crowbar Collective |
| Publisher | Crowbar Collective |
| Steam App Id | 362890 |
3. Day of the Tentacle Remastered
Originally released by LucasArts in 1993 as a sequel to Ron Gilbert’s ground breaking Maniac Mansion, Day of the Tentacle is back in a remastered edition that features all new hand-drawn, high resolution artwork, with remastered audio, music and sound effects.
Day of the Tentacle Remastered has achieved a Player Score of 93, placing it in the #3 spot for the best Linux Remake games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 4,412 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 4,278 positive reviews and 134 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. At the moment, there is no confirmed information regarding Steam Deck support for this game.
| Steam Price | $14.99 |
| Release Date | 3/22/2016 |
| Franchise | Double Fine Productions |
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| Publisher | Double Fine Productions |
| Steam App Id | 388210 |
4. Mark of the Ninja: Remastered
In Mark of the Ninja, you'll know what it is to truly be a ninja. You must be silent, agile and clever to outwit your opponents in a world of gorgeous scenery and flowing animation.
Mark of the Ninja: Remastered has achieved a Player Score of 93, placing it in the #4 spot for the best Linux Remake games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 6,139 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 5,899 positive reviews and 240 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 | 10/9/2018 |
| Franchise | Klei |
| Developer | Klei Entertainment |
| Publisher | Klei Entertainment |
| Steam App Id | 860950 |
5. Metro 2033 Redux
In 2013 the world was devastated by an apocalyptic event, annihilating almost all mankind and turning the Earth's surface into a poisonous wasteland. A handful of survivors took refuge in the depths of the Moscow underground, and human civilization entered a new Dark Age. The year is 2033.
Metro 2033 Redux has achieved a Player Score of 90, placing it in the #5 spot for the best Linux Remake games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 107,324 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 98,049 positive reviews and 9,275 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 | 8/27/2014 |
| Developer | 4A Games |
| Publisher | Deep Silver |
| Steam App Id | 286690 |
6. Shadow Warrior
Shadow Warrior is a bold reimagining of the classic 3D Realms’ shooter from independent developer Flying Wild Hog (Hard Reset) starring the legendary and quick-witted warrior Lo Wang.
Shadow Warrior has achieved a Player Score of 90, placing it in the #6 spot for the best Linux Remake games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 26,103 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 24,027 positive reviews and 2,076 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $29.99 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 | $29.99 |
| Release Date | 9/26/2013 |
| Franchise | Shadow Warrior Franchise |
| Developer | Flying Wild Hog |
| Publisher | Devolver Digital |
| Steam App Id | 233130 |
7. Baldi's Basics Classic Remastered
Escape Baldi's schoolhouse again in this new remastered version of Baldi's Basics Classic! Use stealth and strategy to collect all 7 notebooks and win! Featuring three games in one, gameplay improvements, a more authentic art style, accessibility improvements, and brand new ways to play!
Baldi's Basics Classic Remastered has achieved a Player Score of 90, placing it in the #7 spot for the best Linux Remake games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 11,880 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 10,999 positive reviews and 881 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 Baldi's Basics Classic Remastered on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 10/21/2022 |
| Developer | Basically Games |
| Publisher | Basically Games, LLC |
| Steam App Id | 1712830 |
8. Cave Story+
Run, jump, shoot, fly and explore your way through a massive action-adventure reminiscent of classic 8- and 16-bit games.
Cave Story+ has achieved a Player Score of 90, placing it in the #8 spot for the best Linux Remake games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 7,634 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 7,096 positive reviews and 538 negative reviews — making it "Very 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 Cave Story+ on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $14.99 |
| Release Date | 11/21/2011 |
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| Publisher | Nicalis, Inc. |
| Steam App Id | 200900 |
9. Baldur's Gate: Enhanced Edition
The classic adventure returns! Baldur’s Gate: Enhanced Edition includes the original Baldur’s Gate adventure, the Tales of the Sword Coast expansion, and all-new content including three new party members.
Baldur's Gate: Enhanced Edition has achieved a Player Score of 90, placing it in the #9 spot for the best Linux Remake games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 16,327 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 15,056 positive reviews and 1,271 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 possible to play Baldur's Gate: Enhanced Edition on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
10. Thimbleweed Park™
In Thimbleweed Park, a dead body is the least of your problems. Switch between five playable characters to uncover the surreal secrets of this strange town in a modern mystery adventure game from the creators of Monkey Island and Maniac Mansion. The deeper you go, the weirder it gets.
Thimbleweed Park™ has achieved a Player Score of 90, placing it in the #10 spot for the best Linux Remake games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 3,928 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 3,668 positive reviews and 260 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 | 3/30/2017 |
| Developer | Terrible Toybox |
| Publisher | Terrible Toybox |
| Steam App Id | 569860 |
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| 13,286 | 11/4/2014 | 96 | $14.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 274 | 3/6/2020 | 94 | $19.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 5 | 3/22/2016 | 93 | $14.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 14 | 10/9/2018 | 93 | $19.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 1,675 | 8/27/2014 | 90 | $19.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 22 | 9/26/2013 | 90 | $29.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 59 | 10/21/2022 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 4 | 11/21/2011 | 90 | $14.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 280 | 1/16/2013 | 90 | $19.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 5 | 3/30/2017 | 90 | $19.99 | Steam Charts |
Soures & References
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, April 9). Day of the Tentacle Remastered on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 7). Mark of the Ninja: Remastered on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, April 21). Metro 2033 Redux on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 7). Shadow Warrior on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, April 25). Baldi's Basics Classic Remastered on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, April 30). Cave Story+ on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, May 2). Baldur's Gate: Enhanced Edition on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 27). Thimbleweed Park™ on Steam. Steam Store.