Best Trading Linux Games on Steam

Steam currently has 903 Trading 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. Trading game rankings were last updated on 5/16/2025.

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1. Dog Brew

Dog Brew - a light indie adventure where the main character, burdened by debts, decides to settle them through the art of brewing beer.

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Dog Brew holds the #1 spot for "best Linux Trading game on Steam" with a Player Score of 93. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,545 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,513 positive reviews and 32 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.

It is priced at $3.50 to play and can be played and ran on both Windows and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Dog Brew on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).

Steam Price $3.50
Release Date 4/30/2024
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Steam App Id 2883280

2. Endless Sky

Endless Sky is a 2D space trading and combat game inspired by the classic Escape Velocity series. Work your way up from a relatively wimpy shuttle, cargo ship, or fighter, to a highly upgraded and customized flagship or to a massive fleet of warships or freighters.

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Endless Sky has achieved a Player Score of 89, placing it in the #2 spot for the best Linux Trading games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 6,645 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 6,136 positive reviews and 509 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 Endless Sky on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).

Release Date 10/30/2015
Developer Michael Zahniser
Publisher Michael Zahniser
Steam App Id 404410

3. 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!

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Team Fortress 2 has achieved a Player Score of 89, placing it in the #3 spot for the best Linux Trading games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,160,628 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,043,281 positive reviews and 117,347 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. At the moment, it is possible to play Team Fortress 2 on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).

Release Date 10/10/2007
Developer Valve
Publisher Valve
Steam App Id 440

4. X3: Albion Prelude

X3: Albion Prelude is the latest game in the X3 space game series. TRADE, FIGHT, BUILD, THINK in a living and breathing universe. A new plot and many additions to the open free-form gameplay.

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X3: Albion Prelude has achieved a Player Score of 88, placing it in the #4 spot for the best Linux Trading games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,090 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,935 positive reviews and 155 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.

It is priced at $9.99 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 $9.99
Release Date 12/15/2011
Developer Egosoft
Publisher Egosoft
Steam App Id 201310

5. Avorion

A procedural co-op space sandbox where players can build their own space ships out of dynamically scalable blocks. Fight epic space battles, explore, mine, trade, wage wars and build your own empire to save your galaxy from being torn apart by an unknown enemy.

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Avorion has achieved a Player Score of 88, placing it in the #5 spot for the best Linux Trading games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 13,611 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 12,282 positive reviews and 1,329 negative reviews — making it "Very 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 Avorion on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).

Steam Price $24.99
Release Date 3/9/2020
Franchise Boxelware
Developer Boxelware
Publisher Boxelware
Steam App Id 445220

6. Diamo XL

Diamo XL is a fast-paced, addictive, and challenging arcade score chaser. Dodge obstacles, rack up high scores, and master precise movement. Easy to learn but tough to master, it's perfect for quick sessions or leaderboard dominance. Play while waiting in queue or push for endless high-score glory!

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Diamo XL has achieved a Player Score of 87, placing it in the #6 spot for the best Linux Trading games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 536 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 502 positive reviews and 34 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.

It is priced at $0.99 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 $0.99
Release Date 10/13/2017
Developer Adamvision Studios
Publisher Adamvision Studios
Steam App Id 715010

7. Counter-Strike 2

For over two decades, Counter-Strike has offered an elite competitive experience, one shaped by millions of players from across the globe. And now the next chapter in the CS story is about to begin. This is Counter-Strike 2.

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Counter-Strike 2 has achieved a Player Score of 86, placing it in the #7 spot for the best Linux Trading games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 8,808,794 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 7,636,947 positive reviews and 1,171,847 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. At the moment, it is possible to play Counter-Strike 2 on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).

Release Date 8/21/2012
Franchise Valve
Developers
Publisher Valve
Steam App Id 730

8. GeckoShop

Collect and sell geckos. Manage and upgrade your shop. Explore the island, filled with life and secrets. Sell your geckos, or keep 'em as your Pets!

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GeckoShop has achieved a Player Score of 86, placing it in the #8 spot for the best Linux Trading games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 137 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 132 positive reviews and 5 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.

It is priced at $15.99 to play and can be played and ran on both Windows and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play GeckoShop on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).

Steam Price $15.99
Release Date 4/24/2025
Developer Reptoid
Publisher Reptoid
Steam App Id 3392420

9. Hero of the Kingdom: The Lost Tales 3

Lovely adventuring RPG series. Casual, story-driven journey and quests. A darkness is coming that will engulf the whole kingdom. Prepare for an adventure full of surprises and heroic deeds.

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Hero of the Kingdom: The Lost Tales 3 has achieved a Player Score of 84, placing it in the #9 spot for the best Linux Trading games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 295 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 270 positive reviews and 25 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.

It is priced at $6.99 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 $6.99
Release Date 11/26/2024
Franchise Lonely Troops
Developer Lonely Troops
Publisher Lonely Troops
Steam App Id 3340810

10. Istanbul: Digital Edition

Collect and trade goods! Plan ahead! Earn rubies and win the race to fortune! Become the best merchant in Istanbul! This faithful adaptation of one of the best board games of all time will turn you into a merchant on a journey from rags to riches. 🕌📦👳

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Istanbul: Digital Edition has achieved a Player Score of 84, placing it in the #10 spot for the best Linux Trading games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 258 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 236 positive reviews and 22 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.

It is priced at $12.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Istanbul: Digital Edition on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).

Steam Price $12.99
Release Date 10/18/2018
Franchise Acram Digital
Developer Acram Digital
Publisher Acram Digital
Steam App Id 943410

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Dog Brew steam charts
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4/30/2024
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Endless Sky steam charts
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10/30/2015
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Team Fortress 2 steam charts
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10/10/2007
89
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X3: Albion Prelude steam charts
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12/15/2011
88
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Avorion steam charts
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3/9/2020
88
$24.99
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Diamo XL steam charts
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10/13/2017
87
$0.99
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Counter-Strike 2 steam charts
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8/21/2012
86
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GeckoShop steam charts
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4/24/2025
86
$15.99
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Hero of the Kingdom: The Lost Tales 3 steam charts
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11/26/2024
84
$6.99
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Istanbul: Digital Edition steam charts
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10/18/2018
84
$12.99
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Steambase has best-in-class data powered directly by Steam, our data partners, and in-house experts. Reviews and rankings are enriched, analyzed, and updated in real-time to ensure we surface the most up-to-date insights. Learn more about the Steambase approach to data collection and our review methodology.

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  • Valve Corporation. (2025, May 31). Endless Sky on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2025, May 30). Team Fortress 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2025, May 29). X3: Albion Prelude on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2025, May 14). Avorion on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2025, May 19). Diamo XL on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2025, May 29). Counter-Strike 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2025, May 31). GeckoShop on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2025, May 16). Hero of the Kingdom: The Lost Tales 3 on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2025, June 1). Istanbul: Digital Edition on Steam. Steam Store.

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