How to Play Roblox on Linux Without Wine: A Guide to Using Sober

Play Roblox on Linux without Wine, using Sober

Roblox does not officially support Linux, but Linux users can play using an unofficial third-party port called Sober. This unique tool works without requiring Wine, allowing users to run Roblox natively. While Roblox primarily attracts a younger audience who often plays on mobile devices, there may be instances where you need to let a cheeky relative access Roblox on your laptop.

Sober provides performance that is reportedly "the same or better" than its Windows counterpart, as it directly utilizes a specialized runtime for Roblox without the need for emulation or virtual machines. All core Roblox features are accessible, including chat and the ability to join games, known as “experiences.”

Although it’s not endorsed by Roblox Corporation, Sober’s FAQ indicates that typical use rarely results in account bans. However, since server-side changes could disrupt functionality at any point, users should remain cautious.

Sober is available exclusively on Flathub and requires an x86-64 CPU with SSE4.1 support and a GPU that supports OpenGL ES 3.0. An experimental ARM version exists, but access to installers via Discord is necessary.

For those interested in trying it out, you can get Sober directly from Flathub.