Does Factorio run on Linux?
by Wube Software
- 100% of 96 reports say it works
- Steam Deck: Verified
- Games
Yes. Factorio has a native Linux version on Steam, and 100% of 96 ProtonDB reports from the last 12 months say it works.
Factorio on Linux: the evidence
These figures summarize the 96 compatibility reports that players submitted to ProtonDB in the 12 months before Nov 1, 2026, including players who used the native version. The most recent report is from Oct 28, 2026.
Does it depend on your graphics card?
| GPU | Reports | Say it works |
|---|---|---|
| NVIDIA | 48 | 100% |
| AMD | 36 | 100% |
| Intel | 10 | 100% |
Which Linux distros do Factorio 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 Factorio on Linux
- Install Steam for Linux from your distro’s software manager or Flathub.
- Buy or add Factorio and install it: Steam downloads the native Linux version.
Sources
Game statistics are distro.watch’s summary of ProtonDB report data, used under the Open Database License.
Factorio on Linux: common questions
Does Factorio run on Linux?
Yes. Factorio has a native Linux version on Steam, and 100% of 96 ProtonDB reports from the last 12 months say it works.
Does Factorio work on Steam Deck?
Valve rates Factorio “Verified” on Steam Deck and “Playable” for other SteamOS devices.
How well does Factorio run with Proton?
In the last 12 months, 100% of 96 ProtonDB reports said it works, and 100% said it worked without any tweaks.