Does Path of Exile 2 run on Linux?
Yes. Path of Exile 2 has no Linux version, but it runs well through Steam’s Proton: 94% of 196 ProtonDB reports from the last 12 months say it works.
Path of Exile 2 on Linux: the evidence
These figures summarize the 196 compatibility reports that players submitted to ProtonDB in the 12 months before Oct 1, 2026. The most recent report is from Sep 21, 2026.
Does it depend on your graphics card?
| GPU | Reports | Say it works |
|---|---|---|
| NVIDIA | 102 | 94% |
| AMD | 89 | 93% |
Which Linux distros do Path of Exile 2 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 Path of Exile 2 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 Path of Exile 2.
- 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.
Path of Exile 2 on Linux: common questions
Does Path of Exile 2 run on Linux?
Yes. Path of Exile 2 has no Linux version, but it runs well through Steam’s Proton: 94% of 196 ProtonDB reports from the last 12 months say it works.
Does Path of Exile 2 work on Steam Deck?
Valve rates Path of Exile 2 “Verified” on Steam Deck and “Playable” for other SteamOS devices.
How well does Path of Exile 2 run with Proton?
In the last 12 months, 94% of 196 ProtonDB reports said it works, and 81% said it worked without any tweaks.