Does Hades II run on Linux?
by Supergiant Games
- 96% of 77 reports say it works
- Steam Deck: Verified
- Games
Yes. Hades II has no Linux version, but it runs well through Steam’s Proton: 96% of 77 ProtonDB reports from the last 12 months say it works.
Hades II on Linux: the evidence
These figures summarize the 77 compatibility reports that players submitted to ProtonDB in the 12 months before Nov 1, 2026. The most recent report is from Nov 1, 2026.
Does it depend on your graphics card?
| GPU | Reports | Say it works |
|---|---|---|
| AMD | 44 | 98% |
| NVIDIA | 32 | 94% |
Which Linux distros do Hades II 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 Hades II 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 Hades II.
- 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.
Hades II on Linux: common questions
Does Hades II run on Linux?
Yes. Hades II has no Linux version, but it runs well through Steam’s Proton: 96% of 77 ProtonDB reports from the last 12 months say it works.
Does Hades II work on Steam Deck?
Valve rates Hades II “Verified” on Steam Deck and “Playable” for other SteamOS devices.
How well does Hades II run with Proton?
In the last 12 months, 96% of 77 ProtonDB reports said it works, and 94% said it worked without any tweaks.