Can Steam Deck Run Cry of Fear?
Steam Deck compatibility check and performance analysis
Unsupported: may not work
Valve's official Steam Deck compatibility rating for Cry of Fear
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) | 128MB Video Card with OpenGL support (1,500) | 512MB Video Card with OpenGL support (1,500) | Pass |
| CPU | Zen 2, 4c/8t (Score: ~15,000) | 1 ghz | 2 ghz | — |
| RAM | 16 GB LPDDR5 | 1 GB | 2 GB | Pass |
| Storage | 64GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 5 GB | 7 GB | — |
| Display | 1280x800, 7" / 7.4" OLED | — | OK | |
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Steam Deck run Cry of Fear?
Cry of Fear is currently Unsupported on Steam Deck. Valve has tested it and found compatibility issues. ProtonDB community reports rate it as "gold", which may mean some workarounds exist.
What settings should I use for Cry of Fear on Steam Deck?
For Cry of Fear on Steam Deck we estimate: Ultra / High at 800p, 60+ FPS. Start at medium settings and adjust based on frame rate.
Does Cry of Fear have Steam Deck verified status?
No, Cry of Fear is marked as Unsupported on Steam Deck. Valve has determined it does not work properly on the device.
