Best World War II Linux Games on Steam
Steam currently has 1,451 World War II 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 II game rankings were last updated on 3/14/2026.
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1. Ages of Conflict: World War Simulator
Ages of Conflict is a versatile Map Simulation game where you create and observe custom AI nations battle it out across an infinite number of worlds. Paint beautiful maps and scenarios, and command nations to change history into your liking!
Ages of Conflict: World War Simulator holds the #1 spot for "best Linux World War II game on Steam" with a Player Score of 93. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 7,398 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 7,116 positive reviews and 282 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $6.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Ages of Conflict: World War Simulator on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $6.99 |
| Release Date | 2/17/2023 |
| Developer | JoySpark Games |
| Publisher | JoySpark Games |
| Steam App Id | 2186320 |
2. Pajama Sam: No Need to Hide When It's Dark Outside
There's no reason to be afraid of the dark. Fed up with his fear of the dark, Sam transforms himself into Pajama Sam - world's youngest superhero and resolves to confront Darkness! With help from King the mine car, Otto the boat, and a host of fascinating characters.
Pajama Sam: No Need to Hide When It's Dark Outside has achieved a Player Score of 92, placing it in the #2 spot for the best Linux World War II games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,312 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,280 positive reviews and 32 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly 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 | 4/17/2014 |
| Developer | Humongous Entertainment |
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| Steam App Id | 283960 |
3. Hex of Steel
Hex of Steel is a refreshing WWII wargame covering all fronts featuring a certain amount of original mechanics. Fight in solo against finally a decent AI throughout Europe, Africa or the Pacific, or against a friend in the cross-platform PBEM or real time multiplayer. Coop is also an option!
Hex of Steel has achieved a Player Score of 90, placing it in the #3 spot for the best Linux World War II games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 799 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 767 positive reviews and 32 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 Hex of Steel on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $24.99 |
| Release Date | 8/31/2020 |
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| Steam App Id | 1240630 |
4. Day of Defeat: Source
Valve's WWII Multiplayer Classic - Now available for Mac.
Day of Defeat: Source has achieved a Player Score of 90, placing it in the #4 spot for the best Linux World War II games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 23,351 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 21,426 positive reviews and 1,925 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $9.99 to play and can be played and ran on both Windows and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Day of Defeat: Source on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
5. Hearts of Iron IV
Victory is at your fingertips! Your ability to lead your nation is your supreme weapon, the strategy game Hearts of Iron IV lets you take command of any nation in World War II; the most engaging conflict in world history.
Hearts of Iron IV has achieved a Player Score of 89, placing it in the #5 spot for the best Linux World War II games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 360,369 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 325,544 positive reviews and 34,825 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $49.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play Hearts of Iron IV on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $49.99 |
| Release Date | 6/6/2016 |
| Franchise | Paradox Interactive - Official |
| Developer | Paradox Development Studio |
| Publisher | Paradox Interactive |
| Steam App Id | 394360 |
6. Click and Conquer
Click and Conquer is a short, relaxing incremental game. Drop bombs through the fog of war, uncover hidden enemies, collect rewards, and spend currency to boost passive income, increase bombing power, and unlock new maps.
Click and Conquer has achieved a Player Score of 89, placing it in the #6 spot for the best Linux World War II games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,912 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,782 positive reviews and 130 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 Click and Conquer on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $3.99 |
| Release Date | 6/25/2025 |
| Developer | SOCKHOUSE STUDIOS |
| Publisher | SOCKHOUSE STUDIOS |
| Steam App Id | 3267900 |
7. Svoboda 1945: Liberation
Svoboda 1945: Liberation is a unique adventure game featuring dialogues with real actors. Talk to witnesses of the chaotic aftermath of World War 2 and discover the secret history of your own family in a captivating story about reconciliation with the dark past.
Svoboda 1945: Liberation has achieved a Player Score of 88, placing it in the #7 spot for the best Linux World War II games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 185 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 182 positive reviews and 3 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, there is no confirmed information regarding Steam Deck support for this game.
| Steam Price | $15.99 |
| Release Date | 8/3/2021 |
| Franchise | Charles Games |
| Developer | Charles Games |
| Publisher | Charles Games |
| Steam App Id | 1076620 |
8. Warfare Legacy Collection
Warfare 1917 and 1944 return, fully remastered with enhanced visuals, full-screen support, and custom battles. Warfare Legacy Collection also Includes the Battle of the Bulge, a brand-new campaign set during WWII’s final offensive with all-new missions, snowy maps, and intense front-line action.
Warfare Legacy Collection has achieved a Player Score of 88, placing it in the #8 spot for the best Linux World War II games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 941 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 879 positive reviews and 62 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 Warfare Legacy Collection on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $9.99 |
| Release Date | 4/28/2025 |
| Franchise | Armor Games |
| Developer | Con Artist Games |
| Publisher | Armor Games Studios |
| Steam App Id | 2745870 |
9. Easy Red 2
Experience massive battles with infantry, tanks, artillery, and aircraft on large destructible open-world maps. Equip yourself, coordinate with your squad, and fight through World War II in singleplayer, co-op, or multiplayer!
Easy Red 2 has achieved a Player Score of 88, placing it in the #9 spot for the best Linux World War II games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 12,477 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 11,243 positive reviews and 1,234 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $8.99 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 | $8.99 |
| Release Date | 1/6/2022 |
| Developer | Marco Amadei |
| Publisher | Corvostudio di Amadei Marco |
| Steam App Id | 1324780 |
10. LUFTRAUSERS
The skies are aflame and the seas will overflow with wreckage in Vlambeer’s stylish arcade shooter LUFTRAUSERS! Take to the skies in customized fighter planes to battle battleships, submarines, and rival aces for glory, honor, and high scores.
LUFTRAUSERS has achieved a Player Score of 87, placing it in the #10 spot for the best Linux World War II games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 4,487 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 4,070 positive reviews and 417 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $1.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. At the moment, it is possible to play LUFTRAUSERS on the Steam Deck (though some functionality may be limited).
| Steam Price | $1.99 |
| Release Date | 3/18/2014 |
| Developer | Vlambeer |
| Publisher | Devolver Digital |
| Steam App Id | 233150 |
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| 271 | 2/17/2023 | 93 | $6.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 12 | 4/17/2014 | 92 | $6.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 73 | 8/31/2020 | 90 | $24.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 154 | 7/12/2010 | 90 | $9.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 46,831 | 6/6/2016 | 89 | $49.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 8 | 6/25/2025 | 89 | $3.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 1 | 8/3/2021 | 88 | $15.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 11 | 4/28/2025 | 88 | $9.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 830 | 1/6/2022 | 88 | $8.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 3 | 3/18/2014 | 87 | $1.99 | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2026, April 1). Hex of Steel on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, March 27). Day of Defeat: Source on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, April 1). Hearts of Iron IV on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, March 27). Click and Conquer on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, March 17). Svoboda 1945: Liberation on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, March 17). Warfare Legacy Collection on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, March 31). Easy Red 2 on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2026, March 12). LUFTRAUSERS on Steam. Steam Store.