Does Rocket League run on Linux?
Yes. Rocket League has no Linux version, but it runs well through Steam’s Proton: 92% of 126 ProtonDB reports from the last 12 months say it works.
Rocket League on Linux: the evidence
These figures summarize the 126 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 | 69 | 93% |
| AMD | 55 | 93% |
Which Linux distros do Rocket League 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 Rocket League 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 Rocket League.
- 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.
Rocket League on Linux: common questions
Does Rocket League run on Linux?
Yes. Rocket League has no Linux version, but it runs well through Steam’s Proton: 92% of 126 ProtonDB reports from the last 12 months say it works.
Does Rocket League work on Steam Deck?
Valve rates Rocket League “Verified” on Steam Deck and “Playable” for other SteamOS devices.
How well does Rocket League run with Proton?
In the last 12 months, 92% of 126 ProtonDB reports said it works, and 45% said it worked without any tweaks.