Does Monster Hunter Wilds run on Linux?
Mostly. Monster Hunter Wilds runs through Steam’s Proton, but not for everyone: 79% of 326 ProtonDB reports from the last 12 months say it works.
Monster Hunter Wilds on Linux: the evidence
These figures summarize the 326 compatibility reports that players submitted to ProtonDB in the 12 months before Oct 1, 2026. The most recent report is from Sep 29, 2026.
Does it depend on your graphics card?
| GPU | Reports | Say it works |
|---|---|---|
| NVIDIA | 173 | 71% |
| AMD | 141 | 90% |
| Intel | 11 | 64% |
Which Linux distros do Monster Hunter Wilds 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 Monster Hunter Wilds 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 Monster Hunter Wilds.
- 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.
Monster Hunter Wilds on Linux: common questions
Does Monster Hunter Wilds run on Linux?
Mostly. Monster Hunter Wilds runs through Steam’s Proton, but not for everyone: 79% of 326 ProtonDB reports from the last 12 months say it works.
Does Monster Hunter Wilds work on Steam Deck?
Valve rates Monster Hunter Wilds “Verified” on Steam Deck and “Playable” for other SteamOS devices.
How well does Monster Hunter Wilds run with Proton?
In the last 12 months, 79% of 326 ProtonDB reports said it works, and 59% said it worked without any tweaks.