Can Steam Deck Run FTL: Faster Than Light?
Steam Deck compatibility check and performance analysis
Playable: works with adjustments
Valve's official Steam Deck compatibility rating for FTL: Faster Than Light
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) | 1280x720 minimum resolution, OpenGL 2.0 Support, and recommended dedicated graphics card with 128 MB of RAM (1,500) | — | Pass |
| CPU | Zen 2, 4c/8t (Score: ~15,000) | 2 GHz | — | — |
| RAM | 16 GB LPDDR5 | 1 GB | — | Pass |
| Storage | 64GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 175 MB | — | — |
| Display | 1280x800, 7" / 7.4" OLED | — | OK | |
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Steam Deck run FTL: Faster Than Light?
Yes, FTL: Faster Than Light 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 FTL: Faster Than Light on Steam Deck?
For FTL: Faster Than Light on Steam Deck we estimate: Ultra / High at 800p, 60+ FPS. Start at medium settings and adjust based on frame rate.
Does FTL: Faster Than Light have Steam Deck verified status?
FTL: Faster Than Light 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.
