Can Steam Deck Run Banished?
Steam Deck compatibility check and performance analysis
Playable: works with adjustments
Valve's official Steam Deck compatibility rating for Banished
Spec-based estimate
Overkill: Steam Deck crushes this
ProtonDB Rating
Community Linux/Deck compatibility
Performance Estimate
Based on the Steam Deck GPU (RDNA 2, about a Radeon RX 560, 4,550 pts) at its native 1280x800. Real performance depends on the game's optimization and Proton.
Spec Comparison
| Component | Steam Deck | Minimum | Recommended | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GPU | RDNA 2 (Score: 4,550) | 512 MB DirectX 9.0c compatible card (shader model 2) (1,500) | 512 MB DirectX 10 compatible card (1,500) | Pass |
| CPU | Zen 2, 4c/8t (Score: ~15,000) | 2 GHz Intel Dual Core processor | Intel Core i5 processor (or greater) | — |
| RAM | 16 GB LPDDR5 | 512 MB | 512 MB | Pass |
| Storage | 64GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 250 MB | 250 MB | — |
| Display | 1280x800, 7" / 7.4" OLED | — | OK | |
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Steam Deck run Banished?
Yes, Banished is rated Playable on Steam Deck: it runs, but may need manual tweaks such as graphics settings or the on-screen keyboard. Our spec-based estimate: S (Overkill).
What settings should I use for Banished on Steam Deck?
For Banished on Steam Deck we estimate: Ultra / High at 800p, 60+ FPS. On PC the game recommends a DirectX 10 GPU; the Deck's GPU is roughly a Radeon RX 560 (4,550 pts) and meets that on paper. Start at medium settings and adjust based on frame rate.
Does Banished have Steam Deck verified status?
Banished is marked as Playable, not Verified, on Steam Deck. It works but doesn't meet every Verified criterion, so you may need some manual adjustments.
