Does Stardew Valley run on Linux?
by ConcernedApe
- 98% of 103 reports say it works
- Steam Deck: Verified
- Games
Yes. Stardew Valley has a native Linux version on Steam, and 98% of 103 ProtonDB reports from the last 12 months say it works.
Stardew Valley on Linux: the evidence
These figures summarize the 103 compatibility reports that players submitted to ProtonDB in the 12 months before Nov 1, 2026, including players who used the native version. The most recent report is from Oct 29, 2026.
Does it depend on your graphics card?
| GPU | Reports | Say it works |
|---|---|---|
| AMD | 57 | 98% |
| NVIDIA | 39 | 100% |
Which Linux distros do Stardew Valley 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 Stardew Valley on Linux
- Install Steam for Linux from your distro’s software manager or Flathub.
- Buy or add Stardew Valley and install it: Steam downloads the native Linux version.
Sources
Game statistics are distro.watch’s summary of ProtonDB report data, used under the Open Database License.
Stardew Valley on Linux: common questions
Does Stardew Valley run on Linux?
Yes. Stardew Valley has a native Linux version on Steam, and 98% of 103 ProtonDB reports from the last 12 months say it works.
Does Stardew Valley work on Steam Deck?
Valve rates Stardew Valley “Verified” on Steam Deck and “Playable” for other SteamOS devices.
How well does Stardew Valley run with Proton?
In the last 12 months, 98% of 103 ProtonDB reports said it works, and 85% said it worked without any tweaks.