Best World War I Linux Games on Steam
Steam currently has 246 World War I 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. World War I game rankings were last updated on 1/13/2025.
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1. Airships: Conquer the Skies
Construct mighty steampunk airships and fly them into battle, waging war and conquering the skies!
Airships: Conquer the Skies holds the #1 spot for "best Linux World War I game on Steam" with a Player Score of 93. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 5,698 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 5,471 positive reviews and 227 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly 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 Airships: Conquer the Skies on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $24.99 |
| Release Date | 8/16/2018 |
| Franchise | David Stark |
| Developer | David Stark |
| Publisher | David Stark |
| Steam App Id | 342560 |
2. Changeling Tale
Fantasy and reality collide in Changeling Tale, a story-rich visual novel about finding one's "true" self... and true love! Help a young man returning from war rebuild his life, kindle new romances, and reveal a secret that will forever transform the lives of those closest to him—literally!
Changeling Tale has achieved a Player Score of 88, placing it in the #2 spot for the best Linux World War I games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 189 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 185 positive reviews and 4 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $15.99 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 Changeling Tale on the Steam Deck.
| Steam Price | $15.99 |
| Release Date | 12/27/2023 |
| Developer | Helmet Fox |
| Publisher | Helmet Fox |
| Steam App Id | 1232870 |
3. Day of Defeat
Enlist in an intense brand of Axis vs. Allied teamplay set in the WWII European Theatre of Operations. Players assume the role of light/assault/heavy infantry, sniper or machine-gunner class, each with a unique arsenal of historical weaponry at their disposal. Missions are based on key historical operations.
Day of Defeat has achieved a Player Score of 88, placing it in the #3 spot for the best Linux World War I games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 7,003 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 6,324 positive reviews and 679 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, it is possible to play Day of Defeat on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
4. All Quiet in the Trenches
All Quiet in the Trenches is a narrative turn-based strategy RPG set in World War I. Get to know your soldiers, take care of their needs and lead them in battle, trying to strike a precarious balance between the ambitions of your superiors and the survival of your men.
All Quiet in the Trenches has achieved a Player Score of 85, placing it in the #4 spot for the best Linux World War I games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 646 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 587 positive reviews and 59 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $19.99 to play and can be played and ran on both Windows and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play All Quiet in the Trenches on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $19.99 |
| Release Date | 1/17/2024 |
| Developer | Totally Not Aliens |
| Publisher | Totally Not Aliens |
| Steam App Id | 863500 |
5. Verdun
Merciless trench warfare immerses you and your squad in intense battles of attack and defense. Verdun is the first multiplayer FPS set in an authentic World War One setting offering a rarely seen battlefield experience.
Verdun has achieved a Player Score of 85, placing it in the #5 spot for the best Linux World War I games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 37,162 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 31,999 positive reviews and 5,163 negative reviews — making it "Very 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 Verdun on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $3.99 |
| Release Date | 4/28/2015 |
| Franchise | WW1GameSeries |
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| Steam App Id | 242860 |
6. Tannenberg
Experience authentic First World War action with 64 player battles of maneuver on the Eastern Front. Grab your rifle, ready your sabre and keep your gas mask close as you prepare to play a part in one of the most significant conflicts in history!
Tannenberg has achieved a Player Score of 84, placing it in the #6 spot for the best Linux World War I games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 9,403 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 8,116 positive reviews and 1,287 negative reviews — making it "Very 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 Tannenberg on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $19.99 |
| Release Date | 11/16/2017 |
| Franchise | WW1GameSeries |
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| Steam App Id | 633460 |
7. Because We're Here - Act I
Stagger through the First Lassallian War and find love amongst doomed youth. 'Because We're Here' is an unforgiving WW1-inspired otome visual novel. Nothing to worry about - it'll all be over by Christmas.
Because We're Here - Act I has achieved a Player Score of 84, placing it in the #7 spot for the best Linux World War I games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 87 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 83 positive reviews and 4 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $5.99 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 | $5.99 |
| Release Date | 7/19/2018 |
| Developer | Studio Elfriede |
| Publisher | Studio Elfriede |
| Steam App Id | 869350 |
8. Banana
Banana is a clicker Game, in which you click a Banana! In Banana you click the Banana to gain even more Bananas! Every 3 hours, you get dropped a banana. Each banana is also made by the community in discord. Come hang out with us and let's grow into something awesome !
Banana has achieved a Player Score of 82, placing it in the #8 spot for the best Linux World War I games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 85,406 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 70,637 positive reviews and 14,769 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.
| Release Date | 4/23/2024 |
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| Steam App Id | 2923300 |
9. The Czar is Dead
THE CZAR IS DEAD is a visual novel in the setting of the Russian Empire. Help the last russian emperor save his soul, life and country.
The Czar is Dead has achieved a Player Score of 81, placing it in the #9 spot for the best Linux World War I games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 102 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 93 positive reviews and 9 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, there is no confirmed information regarding Steam Deck support for this game.
| Steam Price | $7.99 |
| Release Date | 3/7/2024 |
| Developer | Машина Радость |
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| Steam App Id | 2799560 |
10. Isonzo
Ferocious Alpine warfare will test your tactical skills in this authentic WW1 FPS. Battle among the scenic peaks, rugged valleys and idyllic towns of northern Italy. The Great War on the Italian Front is brought to life and elevated to unexpected heights!
Isonzo has achieved a Player Score of 81, placing it in the #10 spot for the best Linux World War I games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 14,157 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 11,680 positive reviews and 2,477 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $22.49 to play and can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Isonzo on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $22.49 |
| Release Date | 9/13/2022 |
| Franchise | WW1GameSeries |
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| Publisher | BlackMill Games |
| Steam App Id | 1556790 |
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Explore even more rankings for the 10 best World War I games available on Steam.
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| 27 | 8/16/2018 | 93 | $24.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 5 | 12/27/2023 | 88 | $15.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 93 | 5/1/2003 | 88 | $4.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 3 | 1/17/2024 | 85 | $19.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 43 | 4/28/2015 | 85 | $3.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 15 | 11/16/2017 | 84 | $19.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 1 | 7/19/2018 | 84 | $5.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 77,978 | 4/23/2024 | 82 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1 | 3/7/2024 | 81 | $7.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 80 | 9/13/2022 | 81 | $22.49 | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2024, December 20). Changeling Tale on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 3). Day of Defeat on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 2). All Quiet in the Trenches on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 7). Verdun on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 2). Tannenberg on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2024, November 19). Because We're Here - Act I on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 13). Banana on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 12). The Czar is Dead on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, January 14). Isonzo on Steam. Steam Store.