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Best Platformer games on Linux
The 105 best Platformer games on Linux, ranked from 31,743 critic and player ratings.
The best Platformer game on Linux right now is Portal 2, with a critic score of 95/100 — updated August 2026.
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Portal 2
Sequel to the acclaimed Portal (2007), Portal 2 pits the protagonist of the original game, Chell, and her new robot friend, Wheatley, against more puzzles conceived by GLaDOS, an A.I. with the sole purpose of testing the Portal Gun's mechanics and taking revenge on Chell for the events of Portal. As a result of several interactions and revelations, Chell once again pushes to escape Aperture Science Labs.
95
/100
02
Mark of the Ninja
Mark of the Ninja is a side-scrolling action stealth video game developed by Klei Entertainment and published by Microsoft Studios. It was announced on February 28, 2012 and later released for the Xbox 360 via Xbox Live Arcade on September 7, 2012. A Microsoft Windows version was released on October 16, 2012. It follows the story of a nameless ninja in the present day, and features a themed conflict between ancient ninja tradition and modern technology. Cutscenes for the game are rendered in Saturday morning cartoon animation style.
91
/100
03
Celeste
Help Madeline survive her inner demons on her journey to the top of Celeste Mountain, in this super-tight platformer from the creators of TowerFall. Brave hundreds of hand-crafted challenges, uncover devious secrets, and piece together the mystery of the mountain.
91
/100
A
Portal 2
Sequel to the acclaimed Portal (2007), Portal 2 pits the protagonist of the original game, Chell, and her new robot friend, Wheatley, against more puzzles conceived by GLaDOS, an A.I. with the sole purpose of testing the Portal Gun's mechanics and taking revenge on Chell for the events of Portal. As a result of several interactions and revelations, Chell once again pushes to escape Aperture Science Labs.
95
/100
02
Mark of the Ninja
Mark of the Ninja is a side-scrolling action stealth video game developed by Klei Entertainment and published by Microsoft Studios. It was announced on February 28, 2012 and later released for the Xbox 360 via Xbox Live Arcade on September 7, 2012. A Microsoft Windows version was released on October 16, 2012. It follows the story of a nameless ninja in the present day, and features a themed conflict between ancient ninja tradition and modern technology. Cutscenes for the game are rendered in Saturday morning cartoon animation style.
91
/100
03
Celeste
Help Madeline survive her inner demons on her journey to the top of Celeste Mountain, in this super-tight platformer from the creators of TowerFall. Brave hundreds of hand-crafted challenges, uncover devious secrets, and piece together the mystery of the mountain.
91
/100
04
Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove
91
/100
05
S
Portal
Waking up in a seemingly empty laboratory, the player is made to complete various physics-based puzzle challenges through numerous test chambers in order to test out the new Aperture Science Handheld Portal Device, without an explanation as to how, why or by whom.
90
/100
06
Hollow Knight: Silksong
Hollow Knight: Silksong is the epic sequel to Hollow Knight, the epic action-adventure of bugs and heroes. As the lethal hunter Hornet, journey to all-new lands, discover new powers, battle vast hordes of bugs and beasts and uncover ancient secrets tied to your nature and your past.
90
/100
07
SteamWorld Dig 2
SteamWorld Dig 2 takes you on a platform mining adventure forged in Metroidvania flames. When an old trading town is struck by mysterious earthquakes, it’s up to a lone steambot and her unlikely companion to uncover what trembling terrors lie beneath. Dig your way underground and explore vivid worlds riddled with treasure, secrets and traps. Combat dangerous enemies at every turn of the underworld’s twisted paths, including shadowy creatures and the haunted remains of an ancient electrical threat. Upgrade your gear to forge deeper into the earth and take on bigger challenges. Swing across large chasms with your Hookshot and fly through caves with the Jet Engine! And finally, learn the truth about your long lost friend…
89
/100
08
Shovel Knight
Shovel Knight is a sweeping classic action adventure game with awesome gameplay, memorable characters, and an 8-bit retro aesthetic. It's a hot mashup of new and old! You play as the eponymous Shovel Knight, a small knight with a huge quest. Shovel Knight has come to this land with two goals: to defeat the evil Enchantress and quest for his lost beloved. He wields a Shovel Blade: a multipurpose weapon whose techniques have now been lost to the ages. Always honest and helpful, Shovel Knight is a shining example of the code of Shovelry: Slash Mercilessly and Dig Tirelessly! But, between Shovel Knight and his beloved stands a cadre of villainous knights. These terrible foes, known as The Order of No Quarter, have been dispatched to prevent Shovel Knight from reaching the Enchantress, and will pursue their mission at any cost. If you love games with perfect platforming, beautiful art, infectious music, crazy bosses, humor and levity, and real heart… Shovel Knight is for you!
89
/100
09
Owlboy
Owlboy is a platform/action-adventure video game created by Norwegian developer D-Pad Studio. Explore a vibrantly crafted pixel world in this flying adventure platformer. Being a mute, Otus struggles living up to the expectations of owl-hood. Things spiral from bad to worse with the sudden appearance of sky pirates. What follows is a journey through monster infested ruins, with unexpected encounters, and burdens no one should have to bear.
89
/100
10
Night in the Woods
Night In The Woods is an adventure game heavily focused on story, characters and exploration, with some platforming to get around town. Mae's a cat so the roofs and ledges and powerlines are all her playground, and she's not the only one up there by a long shot. You'll also be doing various activities and interacting with the world in different ways, getting to know the townspeople, hanging out with friends, exploring Possum Springs inside and out, and venturing into the surrounding areas.
88
/100
11
A
Hollow Knight
88
/100
12
Dead Cells
88
/100
13
Black Mesa
88
/100
14
SteamWorld Heist
88
/100
15
Psychonauts 2
87
/100
16
The Swapper
87
/100
17
Oddworld: New 'n' Tasty
87
/100
18
TowerFall Ascension
87
/100
19
Braid
87
/100
20
Rogue Legacy
86
/100
21
Fez
86
/100
22
Super Meat Boy
85
/100
23
BattleBlock Theater
85
/100
24
Stray
85
/100
25
Trine 2
85
/100
26
BIT.TRIP Presents... Runner2: Future Legend of Rhythm Alien
85
/100
27
Risk of Rain
85
/100
28
Outland
85
/100
29
Monster Sanctuary
85
/100
30
Sonic CD
85
/100
31
Psychonauts
85
/100
32
Apotheon
84
/100
33
Super Time Force Ultra
84
/100
34
Limbo
84
/100
35
Trine 2: Complete Story
84
/100
36
Salt and Sanctuary
84
/100
37
Axiom Verge
84
/100
38
Broforce
83
/100
39
Cave Story
83
/100
40
Bomb Rush Cyberfunk
83
/100
41
Momodora: Reverie Under the Moonlight
83
/100
42
N++
83
/100
43
Kid Chameleon
83
/100
44
OlliOlli2: Welcome to Olliwood
82
/100
45
Dust: An Elysian Tail
82
/100
46
The Pedestrian
82
/100
47
Joe Danger 2: The Movie
82
/100
48
Flat Heroes
82
/100
49
Huntdown
82
/100
50
SteamWorld Dig
81
/100
Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove
91
/100
05
S
Portal
Waking up in a seemingly empty laboratory, the player is made to complete various physics-based puzzle challenges through numerous test chambers in order to test out the new Aperture Science Handheld Portal Device, without an explanation as to how, why or by whom.
90
/100
06
Hollow Knight: Silksong
Hollow Knight: Silksong is the epic sequel to Hollow Knight, the epic action-adventure of bugs and heroes. As the lethal hunter Hornet, journey to all-new lands, discover new powers, battle vast hordes of bugs and beasts and uncover ancient secrets tied to your nature and your past.
90
/100
07
SteamWorld Dig 2
SteamWorld Dig 2 takes you on a platform mining adventure forged in Metroidvania flames. When an old trading town is struck by mysterious earthquakes, it’s up to a lone steambot and her unlikely companion to uncover what trembling terrors lie beneath. Dig your way underground and explore vivid worlds riddled with treasure, secrets and traps. Combat dangerous enemies at every turn of the underworld’s twisted paths, including shadowy creatures and the haunted remains of an ancient electrical threat. Upgrade your gear to forge deeper into the earth and take on bigger challenges. Swing across large chasms with your Hookshot and fly through caves with the Jet Engine! And finally, learn the truth about your long lost friend…
89
/100
08
Shovel Knight
Shovel Knight is a sweeping classic action adventure game with awesome gameplay, memorable characters, and an 8-bit retro aesthetic. It's a hot mashup of new and old! You play as the eponymous Shovel Knight, a small knight with a huge quest. Shovel Knight has come to this land with two goals: to defeat the evil Enchantress and quest for his lost beloved. He wields a Shovel Blade: a multipurpose weapon whose techniques have now been lost to the ages. Always honest and helpful, Shovel Knight is a shining example of the code of Shovelry: Slash Mercilessly and Dig Tirelessly! But, between Shovel Knight and his beloved stands a cadre of villainous knights. These terrible foes, known as The Order of No Quarter, have been dispatched to prevent Shovel Knight from reaching the Enchantress, and will pursue their mission at any cost. If you love games with perfect platforming, beautiful art, infectious music, crazy bosses, humor and levity, and real heart… Shovel Knight is for you!
89
/100
09
Owlboy
Owlboy is a platform/action-adventure video game created by Norwegian developer D-Pad Studio. Explore a vibrantly crafted pixel world in this flying adventure platformer. Being a mute, Otus struggles living up to the expectations of owl-hood. Things spiral from bad to worse with the sudden appearance of sky pirates. What follows is a journey through monster infested ruins, with unexpected encounters, and burdens no one should have to bear.
89
/100
10
Night in the Woods
Night In The Woods is an adventure game heavily focused on story, characters and exploration, with some platforming to get around town. Mae's a cat so the roofs and ledges and powerlines are all her playground, and she's not the only one up there by a long shot. You'll also be doing various activities and interacting with the world in different ways, getting to know the townspeople, hanging out with friends, exploring Possum Springs inside and out, and venturing into the surrounding areas.
88
/100
11
A
Hollow Knight
88
/100
12
Dead Cells
88
/100
13
Black Mesa
88
/100
14
SteamWorld Heist
88
/100
15
Psychonauts 2
87
/100
16
The Swapper
87
/100
17
Oddworld: New 'n' Tasty
87
/100
18
TowerFall Ascension
87
/100
19
Braid
87
/100
20
Rogue Legacy
86
/100
21
Fez
86
/100
22
Super Meat Boy
85
/100
23
BattleBlock Theater
85
/100
24
Stray
85
/100
25
Trine 2
85
/100
26
BIT.TRIP Presents... Runner2: Future Legend of Rhythm Alien
85
/100
27
Risk of Rain
85
/100
28
Outland
85
/100
29
Monster Sanctuary
85
/100
30
Sonic CD
85
/100
31
Psychonauts
85
/100
32
Apotheon
84
/100
33
Super Time Force Ultra
84
/100
34
Limbo
84
/100
35
Trine 2: Complete Story
84
/100
36
Salt and Sanctuary
84
/100
37
Axiom Verge
84
/100
38
Broforce
83
/100
39
Cave Story
83
/100
40
Bomb Rush Cyberfunk
83
/100
41
Momodora: Reverie Under the Moonlight
83
/100
42
N++
83
/100
43
Kid Chameleon
83
/100
44
OlliOlli2: Welcome to Olliwood
82
/100
45
Dust: An Elysian Tail
82
/100
46
The Pedestrian
82
/100
47
Joe Danger 2: The Movie
82
/100
48
Flat Heroes
82
/100
49
Huntdown
82
/100
50
SteamWorld Dig
81
/100
FAQ
What is the best Platformer game on Linux?
Portal 2 currently tops the ranking with a score of 95/100 across 6,104 ratings. It holds a A grade from the Tier community — updated August 2026.
How is this ranking built?
Games are ranked on their aggregated critic score out of 100, with a minimum vote threshold so a single glowing review never outranks a proven classic; the Tier community's own F-to-S grades are shown alongside each game.