Games like Simon the Sorcerer on Linux
3 of the 5 modern alternatives to Simon the Sorcerer (1993) run on Linux. The cheapest is Deponia Doomsday at € 19,99. 2 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.
Deponia Doomsday Indie
€ 19,99German comedy adventure with an obnoxious protagonist and elaborate inventory chains.
Deponia Doomsday runs on PC, Mac, Linux, PlayStation, Xbox, Switch. Not available on iPhone, iPad, Android phone, Android tablet. It is Steam Deck Playable.
The Book of Unwritten Tales 2 Indie
€ 24,99A humorous fantasy indie adventure packed with genre parody.
The Book of Unwritten Tales 2 runs on PC, Mac, Linux. Not available on iPhone, iPad, Android phone, Android tablet, PlayStation, Xbox, Switch. It is Steam Deck Verified.
Deponia
€ 19,99A comedic point-and-click adventure with slapstick humour and puzzles.
Deponia 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 Simon the Sorcerer are listed on the main page, but do not run on Linux:
All 5 games like Simon the Sorcerer