Best Robots Linux Games on Steam
Steam currently has 2,082 Robots 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. Robots game rankings were last updated on 5/27/2024.
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1. Besiege
Besiege is a physics building game about constructing mechanical machines to annihilate armies, obliterate castles and overcome challenging obstacles. Conquer the campaign or skirmish with friends in Multiplayer!
Besiege holds the #1 spot for "best Linux Robots game on Steam" with a Player Score of 94. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 47,098 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 44,993 positive reviews and 2,105 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $3.74 to play and can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Besiege on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $3.74 |
| Release Date | 2/18/2020 |
| Developer | Spiderling Studios |
| Publisher | Spiderling Studios |
| Steam App Id | 346010 |
2. The Talos Principle
The Talos Principle is a first-person puzzle game in the tradition of philosophical science fiction. Made by Croteam and written by Tom Jubert (FTL, The Swapper) and Jonas Kyratzes (The Sea Will Claim Everything).
The Talos Principle has achieved a Player Score of 93, placing it in the #2 spot for the best Linux Robots games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 29,876 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 28,534 positive reviews and 1,342 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $4.49 to play and can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play The Talos Principle on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $4.49 |
| Release Date | 12/11/2014 |
| Developer | Croteam |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 257510 |
3. Rusted Warfare - RTS
{{An RTS inspired by the classics of the past!}} Making up for it's subpar retro graphics with fun gameplay and modern multi-threaded tech enabling huge battles to run smooth... Featuring singleplayer challenges, skirmish, sandbox, 10-player multiplayer & workshop modding.
Rusted Warfare - RTS has achieved a Player Score of 93, placing it in the #3 spot for the best Linux Robots games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 4,840 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 4,699 positive reviews and 141 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 Rusted Warfare - RTS on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $4.99 |
| Release Date | 7/14/2017 |
| Developer | Corroding Games |
| Publisher | Corroding Games |
| Steam App Id | 647960 |
4. Team Fortress 2
Nine distinct classes provide a broad range of tactical abilities and personalities. Constantly updated with new game modes, maps, equipment and, most importantly, hats!
Team Fortress 2 has achieved a Player Score of 93, placing it in the #4 spot for the best Linux Robots games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,046,615 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 980,301 positive reviews and 66,314 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 Team Fortress 2 on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
5. Primordia
Life has ceased. Man is but a myth. And now, even the machines have begun to fail. Lead Horatio Nullbuilt and his sarcastic sidekick Crispin on a journey through the crumbling world of Primordia, facing malfunctioning robots, ancient secrets, and an implacable, power-hungry foe.
Primordia has achieved a Player Score of 93, placing it in the #5 spot for the best Linux Robots games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 3,166 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 3,064 positive reviews and 102 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $9.99 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 | $9.99 |
| Release Date | 12/5/2012 |
| Franchise | Wormwood Studios |
| Developer | Wormwood Studios |
| Publisher | Wadjet Eye Games |
| Steam App Id | 227000 |
6. Aperture Desk Job
Introducing Aperture Desk Job — a free playable short made for the Steam Deck, set in the universe of the modestly popular Portal games.
Aperture Desk Job has achieved a Player Score of 93, placing it in the #6 spot for the best Linux Robots games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 21,897 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 20,755 positive reviews and 1,142 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is completely free to play and can be played and ran on both Windows and Linux systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
7. SteamWorld Dig 2
SteamWorld Dig is back! Dig deep, gain riches and unearth the terrors of the underworld in this platform mining adventure influenced by classic Metroidvania style games.
SteamWorld Dig 2 has achieved a Player Score of 92, placing it in the #7 spot for the best Linux Robots games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 6,678 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 6,390 positive reviews and 288 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 | 9/22/2017 |
| Developer | Image & Form Games |
| Publisher | Image & Form Games |
| Steam App Id | 571310 |
8. SteamWorld Heist
Command a steam-driven pirate crew in a series of epic tactical shootouts in SteamWorld Heist. This is turn-based strategy with a twist: You manually aim the guns of your robots, allowing for insane skill shots and bullet-bouncing action!
SteamWorld Heist has achieved a Player Score of 92, placing it in the #8 spot for the best Linux Robots games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 4,115 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 3,940 positive reviews and 175 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 | 6/7/2016 |
| Developer | Image & Form Games |
| Publisher | Image & Form Games |
| Steam App Id | 322190 |
9. Choice of Robots
Your robots will change the world! Will you show them the true meaning of love, or conquer Alaska with your robot army? A 300,000-word epic interactive sci-fi novel.
Choice of Robots has achieved a Player Score of 92, placing it in the #9 spot for the best Linux Robots games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,979 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,906 positive reviews and 73 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $6.99 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 | $6.99 |
| Release Date | 12/19/2014 |
| Developer | Choice of Games |
| Publisher | Choice of Games |
| Steam App Id | 339350 |
10. Bzzzt
Become a tiny ZX8000 robot and begin your journey through a beautiful, pixel-art world inspired by games iconic to the platformer genre. Follow a surprising story, upgrade your skills, beat challenging levels, and compete with other players for the fastest speedrun!
Bzzzt has achieved a Player Score of 91, placing it in the #10 spot for the best Linux Robots games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 503 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 496 positive reviews and 7 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $7.79 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 | $7.79 |
| Release Date | 11/13/2023 |
| Franchise | CINEMAX GAMES |
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| Steam App Id | 1293170 |
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| Image | Name | Actions | ||||
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 | 1,422 | 2/18/2020 | 94 | $3.74 | Steam Charts | |
 | 407 | 12/11/2014 | 93 | $4.49 | Steam Charts | |
 | 165 | 7/14/2017 | 93 | $4.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 93,519 | 10/10/2007 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 4 | 12/5/2012 | 93 | $9.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 45 | 3/1/2022 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 69 | 9/22/2017 | 92 | $19.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 59 | 6/7/2016 | 92 | $14.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 3 | 12/19/2014 | 92 | $6.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 6 | 11/13/2023 | 91 | $7.79 | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 24). The Talos Principle on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 26). Rusted Warfare - RTS on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 24). Team Fortress 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 23). Primordia on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 23). Aperture Desk Job on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 24). SteamWorld Dig 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 24). SteamWorld Heist on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 24). Choice of Robots on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 26). Bzzzt on Steam. Steam Store.