Playable — Works with adjustments
Valve's official Steam Deck compatibility rating for Kenshi
Performance Grade
Good — meets recommended specs
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) | Pixel shader 5.0 capable card | — | ? |
| CPU | Zen 2, 4c/8t (Score: ~15,000) | Dual-core 64-bit | Quad-core 64-bit | — |
| RAM | 16 GB LPDDR5 | 6 GB | 16 GB | Pass |
| Storage | 64GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 14 GB | 14 GB | — |
| Display | 1280x800, 7" / 7.4" OLED | — | OK | |
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Steam Deck run Kenshi?
Yes, Kenshi 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: B.
What settings should I use for Kenshi on Steam Deck?
For Kenshi on Steam Deck, we recommend medium-high at 800p, 40-60 fps. Start at medium settings and adjust based on frame rate.
Does Kenshi have Steam Deck verified status?
Kenshi 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.
