Best Vikings Linux Games on Steam
Steam currently has 96 Vikings 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. Vikings game rankings were last updated on 5/17/2024.
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1. Northgard
Northgard is a critically acclaimed strategy game based on Norse mythology. Lead your clan, uncover the secrets of a mysterious newfound continent and defeat your enemies to conquer the Throne!
Northgard holds the #1 spot for "best Linux Vikings game on Steam" with a Player Score of 86. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 58,499 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 51,181 positive reviews and 7,318 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. At the moment, it is possible to play Northgard on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $29.99 |
| Release Date | 3/7/2018 |
| Franchise | Shiro Unlimited |
| Developer | Shiro Games |
| Publisher | Shiro Unlimited |
| Steam App Id | 466560 |
2. Pirates, Vikings, and Knights II
Pirates, Vikings, and Knights II pits three teams against each other in a struggle for wealth, power and total domination. Whether using the Gunpowder Keg to clear out a territory full of enemies, or the Javelin to pin your dead foes to a wall, you'll find this game both hilarious and exhilarating.
Pirates, Vikings, and Knights II has achieved a Player Score of 85, placing it in the #2 spot for the best Linux Vikings games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 5,792 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 5,087 positive reviews and 705 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, there is no confirmed information regarding Steam Deck support for this game.
| Release Date | 2/12/2010 |
| Developer | Octoshark Studios |
| Publisher | Octoshark Studios |
| Steam App Id | 17570 |
3. Hnefatafl
The ancient boardgame of the Vikings. Thousands of variants, offline and online cross-platform play with leaderboards and tournaments. Are you ready for the challenge? Prepared to earn your way to Valhalla?
Hnefatafl has achieved a Player Score of 84, placing it in the #3 spot for the best Linux Vikings games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 40 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 40 positive reviews and 0 negative reviews — making it "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 | 4/30/2020 |
| Developer | Philippe Schober |
| Publisher | Philippe Schober |
| Steam App Id | 1249510 |
4. Runic Rampage - Action RPG
Play as a raging dwarf and crush your enemies with mighty hammer strikes! Runic Rampage features brutal melee combat, badass bosses and a challenging hunt for the fragments of a legendary rune stone.
Runic Rampage - Action RPG has achieved a Player Score of 80, placing it in the #4 spot for the best Linux Vikings games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 210 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 184 positive reviews and 26 negative reviews — making it "Very 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, there is no confirmed information regarding Steam Deck support for this game.
| Steam Price | $4.99 |
| Release Date | 5/17/2017 |
| Developer | Electrocosmos |
| Publisher | Electrocosmos |
| Steam App Id | 615010 |
5. Volgarr the Viking
Return to the Golden Age of arcades with a hardcore action platformer that pulls no punches! Possesses all the hallmarks of true classics like Super Ghouls 'N Ghosts (SNES), Rastan Saga (Arcade), Castlevania (NES) and more with precise controls, high challenge, and meticulous design.
Volgarr the Viking has achieved a Player Score of 78, placing it in the #5 spot for the best Linux Vikings games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,376 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,934 positive reviews and 442 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, it is possible to play Volgarr the Viking on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $9.99 |
| Release Date | 9/13/2013 |
| Developer | Crazy Viking Studios |
| Publisher | Crazy Viking Studios |
| Steam App Id | 247240 |
6. Jotun: Valhalla Edition
Jotun is a hand-drawn action-exploration game set in Norse mythology. In Jotun, you play Thora, a Viking warrior who died an inglorious death and must prove herself to the Gods to enter Valhalla. Impress the Gods!
Jotun: Valhalla Edition has achieved a Player Score of 76, placing it in the #6 spot for the best Linux Vikings games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 8,303 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 6,441 positive reviews and 1,862 negative reviews — making it "Mostly 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, it is possible to play Jotun: Valhalla Edition on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $14.99 |
| Release Date | 9/29/2015 |
| Franchise | Thunder Lotus Games |
| Developer | Thunder Lotus Games |
| Publisher | Thunder Lotus Games |
| Steam App Id | 323580 |
7. Dead In Vinland
DEAD IN VINLAND is a survival/management game, mixed with RPG and adventure elements, about a Viking family trying their best to survive on a mysterious island.
Dead In Vinland has achieved a Player Score of 75, placing it in the #7 spot for the best Linux Vikings games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,603 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,246 positive reviews and 357 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $3.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Dead In Vinland on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $3.99 |
| Release Date | 4/12/2018 |
| Franchise | Ishtar Games |
| Developer | Ishtar Games |
| Publisher | Ishtar Games |
| Steam App Id | 573120 |
8. Trial by Viking
As an agent of Odin, you will dive into cavernous dungeons hunting for treasure, race for your life from surprise traps, and have vicious axe battles with blood-thirsty kobolds. If you like action-packed side-scrolling adventures, you won't want to miss Trial by Viking.
Trial by Viking has achieved a Player Score of 71, placing it in the #8 spot for the best Linux Vikings games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 30 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 25 positive reviews and 5 negative reviews — making it "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, there is no confirmed information regarding Steam Deck support for this game.
| Steam Price | $4.99 |
| Release Date | 3/29/2016 |
| Developer | Last Life Games |
| Publisher | Last Life Games |
| Steam App Id | 440800 |
9. Landnama
Face the judgment of winter’s deadly toll as you lead the first Viking clans to settle Iceland in this non-violent, rogue-lite survival base builder.
Landnama has achieved a Player Score of 70, placing it in the #9 spot for the best Linux Vikings games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 391 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 288 positive reviews and 103 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $13.99 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 | $13.99 |
| Release Date | 7/31/2023 |
| Developer | Sonderland |
| Publisher | Sonderland |
| Steam App Id | 2339040 |
10. Riders of Asgard
Riders of Asgard is a fun and challenging Viking BMX game. Unlock new maps and items to upgrade your Bike and Rider, and access previously unreachable places. Riders of Asgard features a full single player campaign as well as local multiplayer to take on your friends!
Riders of Asgard has achieved a Player Score of 69, placing it in the #10 spot for the best Linux Vikings games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 21 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 17 positive reviews and 4 negative reviews — making it "Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $7.99 to play and can be played and ran on both Windows and Linux systems. At the moment, there is no confirmed information regarding Steam Deck support for this game.
| Steam Price | $7.99 |
| Release Date | 3/31/2017 |
| Developer | Gobbo Games |
| Publisher | Gobbo Games |
| Steam App Id | 552370 |
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 | 1,087 | 3/7/2018 | 86 | $29.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 4 | 2/12/2010 | 85 | Free | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 4/30/2020 | 84 | $9.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 5/17/2017 | 80 | $4.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 9/13/2013 | 78 | $9.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 1 | 9/29/2015 | 76 | $14.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 10 | 4/12/2018 | 75 | $3.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 0 | 3/29/2016 | 71 | $4.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 4 | 7/31/2023 | 70 | $13.99 | Steam Charts | |
 | 0 | 3/31/2017 | 69 | $7.99 | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 18). Runic Rampage - Action RPG on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 18). Volgarr the Viking on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 18). Jotun: Valhalla Edition on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 13). Dead In Vinland on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, March 1). Trial by Viking on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 19). Landnama on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, May 15). Riders of Asgard on Steam. Steam Store.