What Deltatraveler is and where to find it

Deltatraveler is a fan-made game built in the RPG Maker engine, set in the universe of Undertale. It runs on Linux through the same RPG Maker runtime that supports Windows and Mac versions. You can download it from itch.io, the indie game platform where the developer hosts the project.

The game is free and does not require registration or payment. The download file is a compressed archive that you extract to a folder on your computer, then run the executable inside. Linux users typically have two paths: download the Linux-native version if the developer has built one, or run the Windows version through Proton, a compatibility layer that lets Windows software run on Linux.

Key Takeaways

  • Deltatraveler is available on itch.io as a free download in both Windows and Linux formats.
  • The Linux version, if available, requires extracting the archive and running the game executable directly from your file manager or terminal.
  • If only the Windows version exists, you can run it through Proton on most modern Linux distributions without additional setup.
  • You will need roughly 500 MB to 1 GB of free disk space depending on which version you download.

Downloading the Linux version directly

Go to the Deltatraveler page on itch.io in your web browser. Scroll down to the download section and look for a file labeled "Linux" or "Linux x86_64". Click the download button next to it. The file will be a .zip or .tar.gz archive, depending on how the developer packaged it.

Once the download finishes, open your file manager and navigate to your Downloads folder. Right-click the archive and select "Extract Here" or "Extract To". This creates a folder containing the game files. Open that folder and look for an executable file — it may be named "Deltatraveler", "game.exe", or something similar. Double-click it to launch the game.

If double-clicking does not work, open a terminal in that folder (right-click and select "Open Terminal Here" in most file managers), then type ./Deltatraveler or ./game and press Enter. Replace the filename with whatever the executable is actually called. The game should start within a few seconds.

Running the Windows version through Proton

If itch.io only shows a Windows download, you can still run it on Linux using Proton, a tool built into Steam that translates Windows code to Linux on the fly. You do not need to own the game through Steam — Proton works on any Windows executable on your system.

Download the Windows version from itch.io and extract it as described above. Then right-click the executable, select "Properties", and go to the "Permissions" tab. Check the box that says "Allow this file to be executed as a program". Close the dialog, then right-click the executable again and select "Open With" or "Run With". Choose "Proton" from the list if it appears. If Proton is not in the list, you may need to install it through your distribution's package manager or through Steam.

On most modern Linux distributions (Ubuntu 20.04 and later, Fedora 33 and later, Arch, etc.), Proton is often already installed or available through your software center. If you are unsure whether you have it, open a terminal and type which proton. If a path appears, you have it. If nothing appears, search your distribution's documentation for "install Proton" or "install Wine".

Checking system requirements

Deltatraveler is a 2D RPG Maker game and runs on modest hardware. You need a 64-bit Linux kernel, at least 2 GB of RAM, and a graphics card that supports OpenGL 2.1 or later. Most laptops and desktops from the last ten years meet these requirements.

To check your system, open a terminal and type uname -m. If it returns "x86_64", you have a 64-bit system. Type free -h to see your RAM. Type glxinfo | grep "OpenGL version" to see your graphics capability. If your OpenGL version is 2.1 or higher, you are ready to run the game.

Troubleshooting common problems

If the game does not start after you double-click it, the file may not have execute permission. Right-click the executable, select "Properties", go to "Permissions", and check "Allow this file to be executed as a program". Then try again.

If you see an error about missing libraries, your system may be missing RPG Maker runtime dependencies. On Ubuntu or Debian, open a terminal and type sudo apt install libssl1.1 libxss1. On Fedora, type sudo dnf install openssl11 libXss. On Arch, type sudo pacman -S openssl-1.1. Then try launching the game again.

If the game runs but crashes immediately, try running it through Proton even if a Linux version exists — sometimes the native build has issues on specific distributions. If the Windows version through Proton also crashes, check the itch.io page for known issues or post in the comments section with your Linux distribution name and version.

Moving the game to a permanent location

Leaving the game in your Downloads folder works, but it is cleaner to move it somewhere permanent. Create a folder in your home directory called "Games" (or use an existing one). Cut the extracted Deltatraveler folder and paste it there. Create a desktop shortcut by right-clicking on the executable, selecting "Create Link", and moving the link to your desktop or applications menu.

On most Linux distributions, you can also add the game to your applications menu so it appears when you search for it. Right-click the executable, select "Create Launcher" or "Add to Applications", and fill in the name and description. The exact steps vary by desktop environment (GNOME, KDE, Xfce, etc.), but the principle is the same.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to install anything before downloading Deltatraveler?

No. If you are using a standard Linux distribution released in the last five years, you already have everything you need. The only exception is if you want to run the Windows version through Proton and do not have it installed — in that case, install Proton or Wine through your package manager first.

Will Deltatraveler work on Raspberry Pi or other ARM-based Linux?

Probably not. Deltatraveler is built for x86_64 processors (Intel and AMD chips). Raspberry Pi uses ARM architecture, which is incompatible. Check the itch.io page to see if an ARM build exists, but most indie RPG Maker games do not provide one.

Can I run Deltatraveler on Linux Mint, Elementary OS, or other distributions?

Yes. Any distribution based on Ubuntu, Debian, Fedora, or Arch will work. The steps are the same — download, extract, and run. If you hit a library error, the fix depends on your base distribution, but the itch.io comments section usually has solutions for common ones.

What if the game runs but is very slow or stutters?

Close other programs to free up RAM and CPU. If you are running the Windows version through Proton, try updating Proton to the latest version through Steam or your package manager. If the game still stutters, check your graphics driver — open a terminal and type glxgears to see your frame rate. If it is below 30 fps, your graphics driver may need an update.

Can I uninstall Deltatraveler completely?

Yes. Simply delete the game folder. If you created a desktop shortcut or launcher, delete those too. Deltatraveler does not write to system directories or create hidden configuration files, so there is nothing else to clean up.