Best Sokoban Linux Games on Steam
Steam currently has 761 Sokoban 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. Sokoban game rankings were last updated on 2/28/2025.
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1. Baba Is You
Baba Is You is a puzzle game where the rules you have to follow are present as blocks you can interact with. By manipulating them, you can change how the game works, repurpose things you find in the levels and cause surprising interactions!
Baba Is You holds the #1 spot for "best Linux Sokoban game on Steam" with a Player Score of 95. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 21,480 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 21,012 positive reviews and 468 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 | 3/13/2019 |
| Developer | Hempuli Oy |
| Publisher | Hempuli Oy |
| Steam App Id | 736260 |
2. Patrick's Parabox
A mind-bending recursive puzzle game about boxes within boxes within boxes within boxes. Learn to use infinity to your advantage as you explore a deep and elegant system.
Patrick's Parabox has achieved a Player Score of 95, placing it in the #2 spot for the best Linux Sokoban games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 4,056 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 4,026 positive reviews and 30 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. At the moment, it is possible to play Patrick's Parabox on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $19.99 |
| Release Date | 3/29/2022 |
| Franchise | Patrick Traynor |
| Developer | Patrick Traynor |
| Publisher | Patrick Traynor |
| Steam App Id | 1260520 |
3. Handshakes
Take your brain for a walk in Handshakes, a simple yet tricksy sokoban puzzle game. Guide two hands through puzzles designed to stump, not frustate, so that they may achieve their dream of a warm, firm handshake.
Handshakes has achieved a Player Score of 94, placing it in the #3 spot for the best Linux Sokoban games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,566 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,537 positive reviews and 29 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is completely free 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.
| Release Date | 1/13/2023 |
| Developers | |
| Publisher | Pet Pumpkin |
| Steam App Id | 2171690 |
4. Linelith
Solve puzzles embedded in rocks and crystals as you explore a colorful, serene alien asteroid. Discover a few clever twists as you progress in this short and sweet puzzle experience.
Linelith has achieved a Player Score of 92, placing it in the #4 spot for the best Linux Sokoban games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 788 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 777 positive reviews and 11 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly 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 | 5/19/2022 |
| Franchise | Patrick Traynor |
| Developer | Patrick Traynor |
| Publisher | Patrick Traynor |
| Steam App Id | 1923790 |
5. I'm on Observation Duty 4
A spot the difference -type of puzzle horror game about monitoring live surveillance camera footage and spotting anomalies. Anomalies range from furniture movement to intruders. Fix anomalies by filing reports. You will need sharp eyes and good memory. The goal is to survive the entire night.
I'm on Observation Duty 4 has achieved a Player Score of 91, placing it in the #5 spot for the best Linux Sokoban games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 761 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 743 positive reviews and 18 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.
6. Stephen's Sausage Roll
A simple 3d puzzle game.
Stephen's Sausage Roll has achieved a Player Score of 91, placing it in the #6 spot for the best Linux Sokoban games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,695 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,616 positive reviews and 79 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $29.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Stephen's Sausage Roll on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $29.99 |
| Release Date | 4/17/2016 |
| Developer | increpare games |
| Publisher | increpare games |
| Steam App Id | 353540 |
7. Hexologic
Immerse yourself in the beautiful world of Hexologic. Solve challenging, yet rewarding puzzles, listen to relaxing music, dive deep into the game’s atmosphere and fall in love in with Sudoku again!
Hexologic has achieved a Player Score of 90, placing it in the #7 spot for the best Linux Sokoban games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,236 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,184 positive reviews and 52 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $1.24 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.
8. A Monster's Expedition
An adorable and relaxing open world puzzle adventure for monsters who love to learn about humans!
A Monster's Expedition has achieved a Player Score of 90, placing it in the #8 spot for the best Linux Sokoban games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,306 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,244 positive reviews and 62 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.
| Steam Price | $7.99 |
| Release Date | 9/10/2020 |
| Franchise | Draknek & Friends |
| Developer | Draknek & Friends |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 1052990 |
9. I'm on Observation Duty 5
As an employee of a mysterious organization your job is to monitor live surveillance camera footage and spot anomalies using your sharp eyes and good memory. Can you survive the entire night shift or will you succumb into paranoia?
I'm on Observation Duty 5 has achieved a Player Score of 90, placing it in the #9 spot for the best Linux Sokoban games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 718 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 692 positive reviews and 26 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.
10. A Good Snowman Is Hard To Build
An adorable puzzle game about being a monster and making snowmen.
A Good Snowman Is Hard To Build has achieved a Player Score of 90, placing it in the #10 spot for the best Linux Sokoban games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,010 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 964 positive reviews and 46 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. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Steam Price | $4.49 |
| Release Date | 2/25/2015 |
| Franchise | Draknek & Friends |
| Developers | |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 316610 |
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| 192 | 3/13/2019 | 95 | $14.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 58 | 3/29/2022 | 95 | $19.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 4 | 1/13/2023 | 94 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1 | 5/19/2022 | 92 | $2.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 4 | 12/22/2021 | 91 | $4.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 4 | 4/17/2016 | 91 | $29.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 5 | 5/29/2018 | 90 | $1.24 | Steam Charts | |
| 12 | 9/10/2020 | 90 | $7.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 7 | 5/13/2022 | 90 | $9.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 3 | 2/25/2015 | 90 | $4.49 | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 9). Patrick's Parabox on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, February 24). Handshakes on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, February 27). Linelith on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 12). I'm on Observation Duty 4 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 10). Stephen's Sausage Roll on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 13). Hexologic on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 13). A Monster's Expedition on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 12). I'm on Observation Duty 5 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, March 13). A Good Snowman Is Hard To Build on Steam. Steam Store.