Can Steam Deck Run DrainSim?
Steam Deck compatibility check and performance analysis
Unsupported: may not work
Valve's official Steam Deck compatibility rating for DrainSim
Spec-based estimate
Cannot run on Steam Deck
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) | Nvidia GTX 1060 6GB, or AMD RX590, or equivalent performance & VRAM (9,500) | RTX 3070 or radeon rx 6700xt (21,750) | Below |
| CPU | Zen 2, 4c/8t (Score: ~15,000) | Intel i5 7600 or AMD Ryzen 3600 | Intel i7 12700 or AMD Ryzen 7 5800X | — |
| RAM | 16 GB LPDDR5 | 8 GB | 16 GB | Pass |
| Storage | 64GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 10 GB | 10 GB | — |
| Display | 1280x800, 7" / 7.4" OLED | — | OK | |
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Steam Deck run DrainSim?
DrainSim 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 DrainSim on Steam Deck?
For DrainSim on Steam Deck we estimate: Unplayable: does not meet the minimum requirements. On PC the game recommends a GeForce RTX 3070; the Deck's GPU is roughly a Radeon RX 560 (4,550 pts) and falls below that on paper. Start at medium settings and adjust based on frame rate.
Does DrainSim have Steam Deck verified status?
No, DrainSim is marked as Unsupported on Steam Deck. Valve has determined it does not work properly on the device.
