I don't think that really plays much in to it. I don't think many people are sizing up the quality of the software then making a value judgement - as everyone w

I don't think that really plays much in to it. I don't think many people are sizing up the quality of the software then making a value judgement - as everyone will conclude that even $10 or $20 is very cheap for the value you receive. I think it's more the points child comment makes above, along with: a- Linux users want to support the philosophy behind these humble sales (pay-what-you-want, independent studio, DRM-free). b- Total supposition: Many linux users come across this from sources like HN or their friends as "check out the way these are being sold", whereas many windows users it's more "check out how cheap these games are".