Can Steam Deck Run Kerbal Space Program?
Steam Deck compatibility check and performance analysis
Playable: works with adjustments
Valve's official Steam Deck compatibility rating for Kerbal Space Program
Spec-based estimate
Excellent: runs great 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) | DX10 (SM 4.0) capable, 512MB VRAM (1,500) | DX10 (SM 4.0) capable, 1GB VRAM (2,500) | Pass |
| CPU | Zen 2, 4c/8t (Score: ~15,000) | Core 2 Duo 2.0 Ghz | Core i5 | — |
| RAM | 16 GB LPDDR5 | 4 GB | 8 GB | Pass |
| Storage | 64GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 3 GB | 4 GB | — |
| Display | 1280x800, 7" / 7.4" OLED | — | OK | |
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Steam Deck run Kerbal Space Program?
Yes, Kerbal Space Program 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: A (Smooth).
What settings should I use for Kerbal Space Program on Steam Deck?
For Kerbal Space Program on Steam Deck we estimate: High at 800p, 50-60 FPS. On PC the game recommends a DirectX 10 GPU with 1 GB of VRAM; the Deck's GPU is roughly a Radeon RX 560 (4,550 pts) and meets that on paper. Start at medium settings and adjust based on frame rate.
Does Kerbal Space Program have Steam Deck verified status?
Kerbal Space Program 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.
