Verified — Runs great on Steam Deck
Valve's official Steam Deck compatibility rating for Hades
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) | 1GB VRAM / DirectX 10+ support | 2GB VRAM / DirectX 10+ support | ? |
| CPU | Zen 2, 4c/8t (Score: ~15,000) | Dual Core 2.4 GHz | Dual Core 3.0 GHz+ | — |
| RAM | 16 GB LPDDR5 | 4 GB | 8 GB | Pass |
| Storage | 64GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 15 GB | 20 GB | — |
| Display | 1280x800, 7" / 7.4" OLED | — | OK | |
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Steam Deck run Hades?
Yes! Hades is Deck Verified by Valve — it runs perfectly on Steam Deck with full controller support and proper display. Our hardware analysis gives it a grade of S, meaning overkill — steam deck crushes this.
What settings should I use for Hades on Steam Deck?
For Hades on Steam Deck, we recommend ultra / high at 800p, 60+ fps. The game recommends 2GB VRAM, and Steam Deck's GPU (RDNA 2, ~GTX 1050 Ti equivalent) falls below that requirement. Start at medium settings and adjust based on frame rate.
Does Hades have Steam Deck verified status?
Yes, Hades is officially Deck Verified by Valve. This means it meets all of Valve's compatibility criteria: proper controller support, readable text, full-screen display, and smooth performance on Steam Deck.
