Best Linear Games on Steam

Unlike generic lists, our strategy game recommendations use a rigorous analysis of Steam user reviews to identify and feature only the best, community-validated linear games. For those who prefer not to search, check out lists of the most played, top deals and best free to play Linear games on Steam.

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The Lost Dachshund Your granddaughter is coming over on the ferry from the mainland. You have promised her a puppy for her birthday– a dachshund named “Peanut”. But Peanut has escaped her pen and is free on the island. You must traverse the island and rescue the mischievous puppy, before your granddaughter arrives.

Price Free to play
Rating 9.1
Release 17 May 2022
Neptunia x SENRAN KAGURA: Ninja Wars Neptunia and SENRAN KAGURA join forces in this action-packed RPG!

Price -88% 5.24€
Rating 7.8
Release 11 May 2022
Is Simon There? A few months have passed since the death of my son, Simon. Ever since that tragic day, I find myself falling into the darkest emotions I could ever imagine. I am haunted everyday with what I have done; But sometimes, I am haunted by more than just my emotions...

Price 4.99€
Rating 7.9
Release 06 May 2022
The Gunk The Gunk is an action-adventure game in which you play as Rani, part of our duo of gritty space haulers. As they’re struggling to bring in funds, they chance upon an untouched planet brimming with life. They came in search of valuable resources, and it looks like they’ve hit the jackpot…

Price -97% 0.88€
Rating 8.3
Release 29 Apr 2022
Tag: The Power of Paint The world is your canvas in this innovative first-person puzzle platformer. Tag walls and other surfaces with different colors of spray paint to reveal new ways to navigate each level, including bouncing off, sliding across, and sticking to the surfaces you paint.

Price Free to play
Rating 9.0
Release 18 Apr 2022
lure To make some money from an old man, you are asked to fish at the forbidden Shinto shrine.

Price Free to play
Rating 8.5
Release 08 Apr 2022
A=B A=B is a programming puzzle game with only one instruction: A=B, which means replacing A with B.

Price 4.99€
Rating 9.0
Release 29 Mar 2022
Poop Clicker Have you always wanted to be a king, but all the kingdoms are already taken? Try to be the Poop King in the Poop Clicker game! A magical unicorn, sweet corn and others will help you with this! Unlock special upgrades, but take your time, because haste makes waste!

Price 0.99€
Rating 7.4
Release 25 Mar 2022
Tap Ninja - Idle game Defeat enemies, earn gold, upgrade your village, become a Ninja Master!

Price Free to play
Rating 8.3
Release 17 Mar 2022
Cat Museum Immerse yourself in the bizarre art style and the surreal world of Cat Museum, a 2D side-scrolling puzzle-adventure game. Solve the strange puzzles with your mischievous cat, and unveil the truth behind the mysterious museum.

Price 3.99€
Rating 8.7
Release 17 Mar 2022
The Legend of The Sacred Stone EX An adaptation of the movie. And the voice was presented by Vincent Huang, a genius of the eight categories musical instrument in Chinese ancient orchestra.

Price 7.38€
Rating 8.7
Release 11 Mar 2022
Ero Manager As a new guy, he is so nervous to report to his direct boss that he has never met before, but he didn't expect it to be a stern female boss like a queen. But this is what it looks like, but in reality, no one knows about her inner feelings. Challenge her bravely, and you may find out her secret.

Price 1.99€
Rating 8.5
Release 11 Mar 2022
The Odyssey of the Mammoth Through lavish but perilous landscapes, assist a mammoth mother and her child escape from their extinction. Discover breathtaking views from 12,000 years ago. Beware of the increasingly hostile environment. Protect your offspring from the hunters tracking you and send them flying!

Price Free to play
Rating 8.3
Release 04 Mar 2022
FAR: Changing Tides An atmospheric vehicle adventure that follows the emotional journey of a boy and his ship as he embarks on a voyage to find a new home.

Price -98% 0.58€
Rating 8.9
Release 01 Mar 2022
Blade&Sword This game is an action role-playing game, in which players will be in the ancient time of more than 3000 years ago and use their swords to fight against the spirit of the Emperor Jo of Country Jo who is trying to annex the world.

Price 4.99€
Rating 6.4
Release 23 Feb 2022
Legend of the Outlaw Mage Become the Outlaw Mage, wreaking havoc as you pursue the one who wronged you, casting and blasting your way in this Cowboy-Fantasy-themed 3rd-Person Action RPG.

Price Free to play
Rating 8.7
Release 18 Feb 2022
Mushy Mushy is a round based first person shooter. The attackers plant a bomb and the defenders defuse it; all while engaging in armed combat!

Price Free to play
Rating 8.2
Release 15 Feb 2022
Lust from Beyond: M Edition Descend into madness in a first-person survival horror inspired by Lovecraft and Giger. Solve the mystery of esoteric cults. Cross the gate to the blasphemous land of Lusst’ghaa. Play the new M-rated cut of the fan-favorite Lust from Beyond.

Price -96% 0.67€
Rating 6.4
Release 10 Feb 2022
Fayburrow In a world of fairies, a childhood friend suddenly calls Beatrice back to her old hometown. Yet when she arrives, her friend is mysteriously missing.

Price Free to play
Rating 7.7
Release 03 Feb 2022
Serious Sam: Siberian Mayhem Serious Sam: Siberian Mayhem is a new stand-alone expansion to the world of the classic FPS series. Join the fight against Notorious Mental on a journey through the wild lands of Russia, and find your way through this lost chapter of Sam Stone's adventures.

Price -79% 4.24€
Rating 8.9
Release 25 Jan 2022
Cave Crawler Cave Crawler is a short, 2D side-scrolling action platformer. Explore caves filled with interesting enemies and fun platforming challenges.

Price Free to play
Rating 9.1
Release 23 Jan 2022
Word Game Word game is literally a game of words. Player controls "I" to find clues between lines, delete words to change the meaning of sentences, or shift words to rewrite facts. “I” must be wise and brave enough complete the mission of words. May the best "I” win!

Price 29.99€
Rating 9.1
Release 21 Jan 2022
Bouncy Goat Climb A highly punishing 3D precision platformer about a goat bouncing up a beautiful mountain to save its scared baby goat. Can you handle the challenge and endure all obstacles that you will face on your way up the mountain?

Price Free to play
Rating 7.3
Release 10 Jan 2022
VOCÊ É UM DEFUNTO MECÂNICO Baleado até a morte, você é um defunto mecânico se lembrando de como morreu, e das vidas torturadas que agora ficam para trás. Uma aventura em prosa para 20 minutos de pavor existencial no presente pós-singularidade.

Price Free to play
Rating 9.0
Release 09 Jan 2022