Does Starfield run on Linux?
by Bethesda
- 89% of 36 reports say it works
- Steam Deck: Unsupported
- Games
Yes. Starfield has no Linux version, but it runs well through Steam’s Proton: 89% of 36 ProtonDB reports from the last 12 months say it works.
Starfield on Linux: the evidence
These figures summarize the 36 compatibility reports that players submitted to ProtonDB in the 12 months before Nov 1, 2026. The most recent report is from Sep 9, 2026.
Does it depend on your graphics card?
| GPU | Reports | Say it works |
|---|---|---|
| NVIDIA | 17 | 100% |
| AMD | 15 | 93% |
Which Linux distros do Starfield 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 Starfield 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 Starfield.
- 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.
Starfield on Linux: common questions
Does Starfield run on Linux?
Yes. Starfield has no Linux version, but it runs well through Steam’s Proton: 89% of 36 ProtonDB reports from the last 12 months say it works.
Does Starfield work on Steam Deck?
Valve rates Starfield “Unsupported” on Steam Deck and “Playable” for other SteamOS devices.
How well does Starfield run with Proton?
In the last 12 months, 89% of 36 ProtonDB reports said it works, and 71% said it worked without any tweaks.