Games like Beneath a Steel Sky on Linux
3 of the 5 modern alternatives to Beneath a Steel Sky (1994) run on Linux. One of them is free, and the cheapest paid option is Primordia at € 11,99. All of them are made by independent developers.
Linux is unusually strong for classic gaming, because the open-source engine ports that keep old games alive were often written on it. Native builds are common for anything using a community engine, and most of the rest runs through Proton, which is the same technology that powers the Steam Deck.
Prices, platform availability and Steam Deck compatibility can change at any time. Always check the store page before buying.
Backbone Indie
FreeA noir adventure in a dystopian city, heavy on atmosphere and dialogue.
Backbone runs on PC, Mac, Linux, PlayStation, Xbox, Switch. Not available on iPhone, iPad, Android phone, Android tablet. It is Steam Deck Untested.
Read Only Memories: NEURODIVER Indie
€ 14,79A pixel-art cyberpunk adventure of memory diving, warm and talky in the same way.
Read Only Memories: NEURODIVER runs on PC, Mac, Linux, PlayStation, Xbox, Switch. Not available on iPhone, iPad, Android phone, Android tablet. It is Steam Deck Verified.
Primordia Indie
€ 11,99An indie science-fiction adventure with rich world-building and puzzles.
Primordia is also an alternative to 1 other classic
Primordia runs on PC, Mac, Linux. Not available on iPhone, iPad, Android phone, Android tablet, PlayStation, Xbox, Switch. It is Steam Deck Verified.
Not on Linux
These alternatives to Beneath a Steel Sky are listed on the main page, but do not run on Linux:
All 5 games like Beneath a Steel Sky