SuperTux

Name: SuperTux
Rating: 5 (3 reviews)

106 likes

SuperTux is an open-source classic 2D jump'n run sidescroller game in a style similar to the original Super Mario games. Instead of Mario, the hero in this game is Tux, the mascot of the Linux kernel.

Cost / License

Free
Open Source (GPL-3.0)

Application type

Platform Game

Origin

United States

Platforms

Mac
Windows
Linux
Android
Chrome OS
PortableApps.com
Steam
Flathub

SuperTux alternatives

106likes

73alternatives

2articles

Features

Ad-free
Single player
Community-based
Built-in Level Editor
Works Offline
Portable
Side Scrolling

Comments and Reviews

Top Positive Comment

ReyXtractor

★★★★★

May 18, 2022

I absolutely love this game, it has some bugs but it is very fun and challenging game. Me and my daughter play this game often and we love it! I'd totally recommend it!

RemovedUser

★★★★★

Oct 11, 2020

It's nice. I'm not very good at it, but I appreciate the level of dedication it took to make it.

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Install from the command line

winget install -e --id SuperTux.SuperTux
brew install supertux
flatpak install flathub org.supertuxproject.SuperTux

Be careful what you paste into a terminal. Check what a command installs before running it.

What is SuperTux?

Run and jump through multiple worlds, fighting off enemies by jumping on them, bumping them from below or tossing objects at them, grabbing power-ups and other stuff on the way.

In addition to the Story Mode, there is a large amount of community contributed levels available as add-ons or in the forums. Everyone can contribute such content by using the integrated level editor.