The Best Retro Games for Linux - Page 2

Update : Exile added at rank #7.
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Cyber Shadow (2021)

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Step into the shoes of a cybernetic ninja in Cyber Shadow, a thrilling adventure packed with intense platforming action. Unearth ancient powers, face colossal bosses, and unravel the mysteries of a ruined world. Immerse yourself in stunning 8-bit visuals paired with a pulsating soundtrack. Experience a perfect blend of retro nostalgia and modern gameplay.


What we like:
  • Gripping ninja action
  • Balanced gameplay
  • Stunning pixel art and OST
  • Excellent level design
  • Variety of powers and upgrades
What could be improved:
  • Overwhelming final boss rush
  • Limited initial moveset
  • Irrelevant currency system
  • Can feel both too short and too long

  • ninja
  • platform
  • retro
  • boss
  • action
  • boss-fight

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Shovel Knight: Shovel of Hope (2020)

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Embark on an epic quest in this 8-bit retro-style game as the eponymous Shovel Knight. Defeat villainous knights and earn riches to upgrade your armor and weapons as you uncover all the game's secrets. Shovel Knight bridges the gap between yesterday and today with modern touches, including engaging RPG elements and fun and engaging storyline. With co-op and challenge modes, Shovel Knight is a warm welcome to newcomers and veterans alike.


What we like:
  • Great gameplay with retro-style graphics
  • Challenging levels provide a sense of accomplishment
  • Engaging storyline
  • Good value for the price
  • Enjoyable RPG elements
What could be improved:
  • Controllers take some time to get used to
  • Difficulty level can be frustrating at times
  • No Plague of Shadows bundled with the game

  • platform
  • retro
  • boss
  • boss-fight

13

RetroArch (2021)

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RetroArch is an open source and cross platform frontend/framework for emulators, game engines, video games, media players and other applications

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  • software
  • open-source
  • retro
  • rollback
  • cross-platform
  • platform

14

Clone Your Way Out (2024)

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Embark on a retro sci-fi journey in "Clone Your Way Out," a puzzle side-scroller with nostalgic pixel art. You'll control clones escaping from a mysterious lab, using a Clone Gun to solve deadly puzzles and traps. Enjoy retro visuals and unique cloning mechanics as you guide your clones to freedom.

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  • clone
  • puzzle
  • platform
  • retro
  • mind-bending
  • precision
  • 2d
  • pixel
  • arcade
  • maze
  • side-scrolling
  • sci-fi
  • dark
  • strategy
  • exploration

15

Wrought Flesh (2021)

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Rip out organs and equip them in your own body. Fight biopunk monsters and drugged-up space bandits. You are a Gajeshian Cultist: A near-mythological being built from the bodies of long-dead saints.

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  • gore
  • 3d
  • retro
  • cyberpunk
  • rpg
  • exploration
  • first-person
  • pixel
  • futuristic
  • violent
  • horror
  • multiple-endings
  • action
  • management
  • inventory

16

Basketball Classics (2019)

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5 on 5 Pro Basketball born from the golden era of sports games. This spiritual successor to the 8-bit ballers bridges the gap between retro and today’s simulation games. Side-scrolling, sweaty arcade action with simplified 3-button gameplay and retro vibes galore.

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  • sport
  • basketball
  • retro
  • usb
  • linux
  • casual
  • historical
  • team
  • open
  • arcade
  • hands-on
  • subscription
  • platform
  • 1980s
  • entertainment

17

Non-Euclidean Minesweeper (2024)

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Non-Euclidean Minesweeper is a minesweeper game played in non-Euclidean space. You can play this classic game on square, pentagonal, hexagonal and heptagonal tiles. All problems are definitely solvable with pure logic.

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  • education
  • retro
  • puzzle
  • single-player
  • casual
  • 1990s
  • procedural
  • top-down
  • classic
  • strategy
  • 2d

18

Escape Lala 2 - Retro Point and Click Adventure (2019)

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Our beloved princess is missing… What happened? Discover the world of Escape Lala 2, solve mysteries, uncover secrets and bring back peace and order to the world.

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  • pixel
  • point-and-click
  • retro
  • puzzle
  • adventure
  • family-friendly
  • classic

19

Commander Keen: Keen Dreams (2023)

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Commander Keen is back. In the modernised Definitive Edition of the lost episode "Keen Dream". The game structure has been reworked to make the game a more modern experience without sacrificing any of the original charm!

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  • nostalgia
  • retro
  • side-scrolling
  • platform
  • cartoony
  • 2d
  • casual
  • scroller
  • adventure
  • compilation
  • non-linear
  • subscription
  • tile

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Brucie's Arcade (2024)

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A retro arcade game bundle where you must manage a restaurant through four mini-games: Ingredient Run, Cooking, Serving, and Stacking Leftovers. Each game offers unique challenges packaged up in a familiar, replayable arcade format.

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  • 1980s
  • collectathon
  • retro
  • cooking
  • time-management
  • arcade
  • management
  • 2d
  • strategy
  • top-down
  • third-person
  • colourful
  • pixel
  • exploration
  • logic

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