RunsOnLinux

Does Thief Simulator run on Linux?

Verdict: Yes

Yes. Thief Simulator is a Windows game that runs on Linux through Proton, the tool built into Steam, and players on ProtonDB rate it Gold, the second-highest rating.

Thief Simulator by Noble Muffins · Action, Adventure, Indie

Thief Simulator is an indie action, adventure and simulation game from Noble Muffins, published by PlayWay S.A., first released on 9 November 2018.

It is a game for one player. Steam lists partial controller support.

The evidence

Its own Linux version
No, it runs through Proton
Player rating on ProtonDB
Gold, from 48 reports
Recent reports
Trending Platinum
Steam Deck (which runs Linux)
Playable, with small niggles
Anti-cheat
None listed

How to play it

  1. Install Steam from your Linux app store and sign in. Your library is already there.
  2. In Steam's settings, under Compatibility, switch on "Enable Steam Play for all other titles". That turns on Proton for every Windows game. You only do this once.
  3. Install Thief Simulator and press Play.

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