Does Deadlock run on Linux?
Yes. Deadlock has no Linux version, but it runs well through Steam’s Proton: 87% of 366 ProtonDB reports from the last 12 months say it works.
Deadlock on Linux: the evidence
These figures summarize the 366 compatibility reports that players submitted to ProtonDB in the 12 months before Oct 1, 2026. The most recent report is from Oct 1, 2026.
Does it depend on your graphics card?
| GPU | Reports | Say it works |
|---|---|---|
| NVIDIA | 205 | 86% |
| AMD | 153 | 88% |
Anti-cheat
Deadlock uses VAC. AreWeAntiCheatYet lists its Linux status as Supported: the developer has enabled Linux and Proton support.
Which Linux distros do Deadlock 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 Deadlock 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 Deadlock.
- 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.
Deadlock on Linux: common questions
Does Deadlock run on Linux?
Yes. Deadlock has no Linux version, but it runs well through Steam’s Proton: 87% of 366 ProtonDB reports from the last 12 months say it works.
How well does Deadlock run with Proton?
In the last 12 months, 87% of 366 ProtonDB reports said it works, and 59% said it worked without any tweaks.