Does Crimson Desert run on Linux?
Mostly. Crimson Desert runs through Steam’s Proton, but not for everyone: 79% of 739 ProtonDB reports from the last 12 months say it works.
Crimson Desert on Linux: the evidence
These figures summarize the 739 compatibility reports that players submitted to ProtonDB in the 12 months before Oct 1, 2026. The most recent report is from Sep 30, 2026.
Does it depend on your graphics card?
| GPU | Reports | Say it works |
|---|---|---|
| AMD | 414 | 80% |
| NVIDIA | 318 | 76% |
Which Linux distros do Crimson Desert players use?
The distros named most often in the last year’s reports. They show what people actually play on, not which distro is best.
How to play Crimson Desert on Linux
- Install Steam for Linux from your distro’s software manager or Flathub.
- In Steam, open Settings → Compatibility and make sure Steam Play is enabled for all other titles, then install Crimson Desert.
- If it misbehaves, right-click the game → Properties → Compatibility and pick a different Proton version.
Sources
Game statistics are distro.watch’s summary of ProtonDB report data, used under the Open Database License.
Crimson Desert on Linux: common questions
Does Crimson Desert run on Linux?
Mostly. Crimson Desert runs through Steam’s Proton, but not for everyone: 79% of 739 ProtonDB reports from the last 12 months say it works.
Does Crimson Desert work on Steam Deck?
Valve rates Crimson Desert “Unsupported” on Steam Deck and “Playable” for other SteamOS devices.
How well does Crimson Desert run with Proton?
In the last 12 months, 79% of 739 ProtonDB reports said it works, and 51% said it worked without any tweaks.