Can Steam Deck Run Fallout: New Vegas?
Steam Deck compatibility check and performance analysis
Playable — Works with adjustments
Valve's official Steam Deck compatibility rating for Fallout: New Vegas
Performance Grade
Overkill — Steam Deck crushes this
ProtonDB Rating
Community Linux/Deck compatibility
Performance Estimate
Based on Steam Deck GPU (RDNA 2, ~3800 score) at native 1280x800 resolution. Actual performance may vary based on game optimization and Proton compatibility.
Spec Comparison
| Component | Steam Deck | Minimum | Recommended | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GPU | RDNA 2 (Score: 3,800) | NVIDIA GeForce 6 series, ATI 1300XT series | — | ? |
| CPU | Zen 2, 4c/8t (Score: ~15,000) | Dual Core 2.0GHz | — | — |
| RAM | 16 GB LPDDR5 | 2 GB | — | Pass |
| Storage | 64GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 10 GB | — | — |
| Display | 1280x800, 7" / 7.4" OLED | — | OK | |
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Steam Deck run Fallout: New Vegas?
Yes, Fallout: New Vegas is marked Playable on Steam Deck. It works but may need manual adjustments like tweaking graphics settings or using the on-screen keyboard. Performance grade: S.
What settings should I use for Fallout: New Vegas on Steam Deck?
For Fallout: New Vegas on Steam Deck, we recommend ultra / high at 800p, 60+ fps. Start at medium settings and adjust based on frame rate.
Does Fallout: New Vegas have Steam Deck verified status?
Fallout: New Vegas is marked as Playable, not Verified, on Steam Deck. This means it works but doesn't fully meet all of Valve's Verified criteria — you may need to make some manual adjustments.
