Games like Monkey Island 2: LeChuck's Revenge on Linux
3 of the 5 modern alternatives to Monkey Island 2: LeChuck's Revenge (1991) run on Linux. The cheapest is Thimbleweed Park at € 19,99. 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.
Return to Monkey Island Indie
€ 24,99A new sequel from series creator Ron Gilbert continuing the saga.
Return to Monkey Island is also an alternative to 2 other classics
Return to Monkey Island runs on PC, Mac, Linux. Not available on iPhone, iPad, Android phone, Android tablet, PlayStation, Xbox, Switch. It is Steam Deck Verified.
Thimbleweed Park Indie
€ 19,99A retro-styled comedy mystery adventure by the Monkey Island creators.
Thimbleweed Park is also an alternative to 2 other classics
Thimbleweed Park runs on PC, Mac, Linux. Not available on iPhone, iPad, Android phone, Android tablet, PlayStation, Xbox, Switch. It is Steam Deck Verified.
Nine Noir Lives Indie
€ 19,99A hand-drawn comedy point-and-click stuffed with puns and daft inventory puzzles.
Nine Noir Lives runs on PC, Mac, Linux, Switch. Not available on iPhone, iPad, Android phone, Android tablet, PlayStation, Xbox. It is Steam Deck Playable.
Not on Linux
These alternatives to Monkey Island 2: LeChuck's Revenge are listed on the main page, but do not run on Linux:
All 5 games like Monkey Island 2: LeChuck's Revenge