Does Monster Hunter: World run on Linux?
by Capcom
- 98% of 54 reports say it works
- Steam Deck: Verified
- Games
Yes. Monster Hunter: World has no Linux version, but it runs well through Steam’s Proton: 98% of 54 ProtonDB reports from the last 12 months say it works.
Monster Hunter: World on Linux: the evidence
These figures summarize the 54 compatibility reports that players submitted to ProtonDB in the 12 months before Nov 1, 2026. The most recent report is from Oct 6, 2026.
Does it depend on your graphics card?
| GPU | Reports | Say it works |
|---|---|---|
| AMD | 31 | 100% |
| NVIDIA | 23 | 96% |
Which Linux distros do Monster Hunter: World 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: World 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: World.
- 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: World on Linux: common questions
Does Monster Hunter: World run on Linux?
Yes. Monster Hunter: World has no Linux version, but it runs well through Steam’s Proton: 98% of 54 ProtonDB reports from the last 12 months say it works.
Does Monster Hunter: World work on Steam Deck?
Valve rates Monster Hunter: World “Verified” on Steam Deck and “Playable” for other SteamOS devices.
How well does Monster Hunter: World run with Proton?
In the last 12 months, 98% of 54 ProtonDB reports said it works, and 83% said it worked without any tweaks.