Best Utilities Linux Games on Steam
Steam currently has 4,607 Utilities 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. Utilities game rankings were last updated on 4/29/2026.
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1. Aseprite
Aseprite is a pixel-art tool to create 2D animations, sprites, and any kind of graphics for games.
Aseprite holds the #1 spot for "best Linux Utilities game on Steam" with a Player Score of 97. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 25,715 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 25,457 positive reviews and 258 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 not possible to play or run Aseprite on the Steam Deck.
| Steam Price | $19.99 |
| Release Date | 2/22/2016 |
| Developers | |
| Publisher | Igara Studio |
| Steam App Id | 431730 |
2. Virtual Cottage
Virtual Cottage gives you a comfy place to rest and be productive without any distractions. Open the game, set yourself a goal and enjoy the atmosphere.
Virtual Cottage has achieved a Player Score of 95, placing it in the #2 spot for the best Linux Utilities games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 11,005 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 10,749 positive reviews and 256 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. At the moment, it is possible to play Virtual Cottage on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
3. Blender
Blender is the free and open source 3D creation suite. Free to use for everyone, for any purpose.
Blender has achieved a Player Score of 95, placing it in the #3 spot for the best Linux Utilities games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 86,652 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 83,237 positive reviews and 3,415 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. At the moment, it is not possible to play or run Blender on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 4/24/2015 |
| Developer | Blender Foundation |
| Publisher | Blender Foundation |
| Steam App Id | 365670 |
4. DFHack - Dwarf Fortress Modding Engine
Extensions for Dwarf Fortress, including bugfixes, interface improvements, automation agents, design blueprints, modding building blocks, and other tools.
DFHack - Dwarf Fortress Modding Engine has achieved a Player Score of 93, placing it in the #4 spot for the best Linux Utilities games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,066 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,059 positive reviews and 7 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 DFHack - Dwarf Fortress Modding Engine on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Release Date | 4/14/2023 |
| Developer | The DFHack Team |
| Publisher | The DFHack Team |
| Steam App Id | 2346660 |
5. Krita
Krita is a powerful, open source and community-driven digital art tool for illustrators, concept designers, animators, comic book artists, game developers, and anyone who wants to express themselves through the creation of visual art.
Krita has achieved a Player Score of 93, placing it in the #5 spot for the best Linux Utilities games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 7,007 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 6,736 positive reviews and 271 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. At the moment, it is not possible to play or run Krita on the Steam Deck.
| Steam Price | $9.99 |
| Release Date | 6/10/2014 |
| Developers | |
| Publisher | Krita Team |
| Steam App Id | 280680 |
6. Godot Engine
Godot Engine is a feature-packed, cross-platform game engine to create 2D and 3D games from a unified interface. It provides a comprehensive set of common tools, so that you can focus on making games without having to reinvent the wheel.
Godot Engine has achieved a Player Score of 93, placing it in the #6 spot for the best Linux Utilities games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 8,561 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 8,196 positive reviews and 365 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. At the moment, it is not possible to play or run Godot Engine on the Steam Deck.
| Release Date | 2/24/2016 |
| Developer | Godot Engine |
| Publisher | Godot Engine |
| Steam App Id | 404790 |
7. Dungeon Alchemist
Dungeon Alchemist is mapmaking software for tabletop RPG's that enables you to make amazing, high-quality maps in seconds!
Dungeon Alchemist has achieved a Player Score of 91, placing it in the #7 spot for the best Linux Utilities games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 3,781 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 3,587 positive reviews and 194 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $44.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Dungeon Alchemist on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
8. projectM Music Visualizer
Experience psychedelic and mesmerizing visuals by transforming music into equations that render into a limitless array of user-contributed visualizations.
projectM Music Visualizer has achieved a Player Score of 90, placing it in the #8 spot for the best Linux Utilities games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 793 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 764 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. At the moment, there is no confirmed information regarding Steam Deck support for this game.
9. Virtual Cottage 2
Study alone - or together in your own customizable cottage! Virtual Cottage 2 motivates and supports you in tackling your daily tasks. Use its built-in productivity tool to accomplish your goals faster. Create your ultimate cozy space with hundreds of items.
Virtual Cottage 2 has achieved a Player Score of 89, placing it in the #9 spot for the best Linux Utilities games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 322 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 315 positive reviews and 7 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $7.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Virtual Cottage 2 on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
10. Pixel Art Academy: Learn Mode
Learn how to draw pixel art with a video game! Start from zero and develop real art skills in a relaxing way. Complete interactive tutorials, draw pixel art sprites, and play the games you create. Everyone can do this!
Pixel Art Academy: Learn Mode has achieved a Player Score of 89, placing it in the #10 spot for the best Linux Utilities games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 413 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 401 positive reviews and 12 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $13.00 to play and can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Pixel Art Academy: Learn Mode on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $13.00 |
| Release Date | 8/5/2024 |
| Developer | Matej 'Retro' Jan |
| Publisher | Retronator |
| Steam App Id | 2330360 |
More Utilities Linux Games on Steam
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| 4,644 | 2/22/2016 | 97 | $19.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 91 | 10/7/2020 | 95 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 9,880 | 4/24/2015 | 95 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 167 | 4/14/2023 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 850 | 6/10/2014 | 93 | $9.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 1,333 | 2/24/2016 | 93 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 128 | 3/31/2022 | 91 | $44.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 24 | 7/27/2020 | 90 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 197 | 3/27/2026 | 89 | $7.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 1 | 8/5/2024 | 89 | $13.00 | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2026, April 29). Aseprite on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, April 28). Virtual Cottage on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, May 18). Blender on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, May 16). DFHack - Dwarf Fortress Modding Engine on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, May 17). Krita on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, May 9). Godot Engine on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, May 15). Dungeon Alchemist on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, January 23). projectM Music Visualizer on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, May 16). Virtual Cottage 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, May 15). Pixel Art Academy: Learn Mode on Steam. Steam Store.