Can Steam Deck Run MapleStory?
Steam Deck compatibility check and performance analysis
Unsupported: may not work
Valve's official Steam Deck compatibility rating for MapleStory
Spec-based estimate
Playable: may need lower settings
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) | GeForce 9600 GT or ATI Radeon™ HD 5670 (2,500) | GeForce® GTX 1050 or AMD Radeon™ RX 570 and above (5,450) | Tight |
| CPU | Zen 2, 4c/8t (Score: ~15,000) | Intel® Core™ 2 Duo @ 3.0GHz or AMD Athlon™ 64 X2 @ 3.0GHz | Intel® Core™ i3 @ 4.0GHz or AMD Ryzen™ 3 @ 3.5GHz or higher | — |
| RAM | 16 GB LPDDR5 | 8 GB | 8 GB | Pass |
| Storage | 64GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 50 GB | 50 GB | — |
| Display | 1280x800, 7" / 7.4" OLED | — | OK | |
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Steam Deck run MapleStory?
MapleStory is currently Unsupported on Steam Deck. Valve has tested it and found compatibility issues. ProtonDB community reports rate it as "borked", which may mean some workarounds exist.
What settings should I use for MapleStory on Steam Deck?
For MapleStory on Steam Deck we estimate: Medium-Low at 800p, 30-40 FPS. On PC the game recommends a GeForce GTX 1050; the Deck's GPU is roughly a Radeon RX 560 (4,550 pts) and falls below that on paper. Start at medium settings and adjust based on frame rate.
Does MapleStory have Steam Deck verified status?
No, MapleStory is marked as Unsupported on Steam Deck. Valve has determined it does not work properly on the device.
