Insurgency: Sandstorm

Developer: New World Interactive
Publisher: Focus Entertainment
Released: Dec 12, 2018
Steam reviews: 85% of players recommend it, from 133,429 reviews — Steam calls that “Very Positive”
Tags: Action

On Linux, Steam Deck and Steam Machine

Proton: GoldDeck PlayableSteam Machine: PlayableSteamOS Compatible

This game runs great under Proton after tweaks, per ProtonDB reports (650 reports). Valve rates it Playable on Steam Deck. Easy Anti-Cheat supports Linux.

Valve rates it Playable on Steam Machine. Valve marks it SteamOS Compatible.

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Features

Full controller support

Multi-player
PvP
Online PvP
Co-op
Online Co-op
Cross-Platform Multiplayer
Steam Achievements
Full controller support
Steam Trading Cards
Steam Cloud
Stats
Family Sharing

From the game's Steam store page.

Languages

English · full audio
French
Italian
German
Simplified Chinese
Russian
Spanish - Latin America
Spanish - Spain
Traditional Chinese
Korean
Danish
Finnish
Hungarian
Japanese
Norwegian
Dutch
Polish
Portuguese - Portugal
Portuguese - Brazil
Swedish
Czech
Thai
Turkish

Steam lists 23 languages, 1 with full audio.

Age rating & content

17+Steam's age gate for this game
DEJUS 14 · ViolênciaThe rating board's own rating, as Steam relays it
ESRB M · Blood and Gore Violence Strong LanguageThe rating board's own rating, as Steam relays it
USK 18The rating board's own rating, as Steam relays it
IGRS 18 · Interaksi Daring Kekerasan Penggunaan bahasaThe rating board's own rating, as Steam relays it
Frequent Violence or Gore · General Mature ContentSteam's content descriptors, as the developer answered them
Gameplay consists of frequent combat scenarios with characters using their weapons to shoot enemies.The developer's note on the content, from Steam

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About this game

The developer's description, from the game's Steam store page.

Insurgency: Sandstorm delivers hardcore tactical combat where death is instant, ammunition is precious, and victory demands skill and coordination. Experience modern warfare's raw brutality through deadly ballistics, devastating artillery strikes, light attack vehicles, and HDR audio that puts the fear back into combat.

Push through war-torn streets, secure objectives, and survive lethal firefights. With no crosshair, minimal HUD, and realistic damage, every engagement demands tactical awareness and precision. Manage your ammunition carefully, use cover wisely, and coordinate with your squad—because in Sandstorm, there are no second chances.

Modern combat rewards those who communicate and adapt. Choose from specialized classes, coordinate devastating support strikes with your spotter, and respond to constantly shifting frontlines. Individual skill matters, but teamwork wins the fight.

Battle in intense PvP matches with up to 14v14 players or face relentless AI in co-op missions that demand tactical precision and squad coordination. Whether you prefer competitive firefights or cooperative survival under pressure, Sandstorm delivers.

Powered by gritty visuals and an unmatched soundscape, the chaos of combat comes alive without clutter or distraction. This isn't your typical shooter—this is war as it truly is: brutal, ruthless, and unforgettable.