Does Valheim run on Linux?
by Iron Gate
- 99% of 92 reports say it works
- Steam Deck: Verified
- Games
Yes. Valheim has a native Linux version on Steam, and 99% of 92 ProtonDB reports from the last 12 months say it works.
Valheim on Linux: the evidence
These figures summarize the 92 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 Nov 1, 2026.
Does it depend on your graphics card?
| GPU | Reports | Say it works |
|---|---|---|
| NVIDIA | 46 | 98% |
| AMD | 46 | 100% |
Which Linux distros do Valheim 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 Valheim on Linux
- Install Steam for Linux from your distro’s software manager or Flathub.
- Buy or add Valheim 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.
Valheim on Linux: common questions
Does Valheim run on Linux?
Yes. Valheim has a native Linux version on Steam, and 99% of 92 ProtonDB reports from the last 12 months say it works.
Does Valheim work on Steam Deck?
Valve rates Valheim “Verified” on Steam Deck and “Playable” for other SteamOS devices.
How well does Valheim run with Proton?
In the last 12 months, 99% of 92 ProtonDB reports said it works, and 75% said it worked without any tweaks.