Can Steam Deck Run METAL GEAR SOLID V: THE PHANTOM PAIN?
Steam Deck compatibility check and performance analysis
Playable: works with adjustments
Valve's official Steam Deck compatibility rating for METAL GEAR SOLID V: THE PHANTOM PAIN
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) | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 650 (2GB) or better (DirectX 11 card Required) (1,300) | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 760 (DirectX 11 graphic card required) (5,350) | Tight |
| CPU | Zen 2, 4c/8t (Score: ~15,000) | Intel Core i5-4460 (3.40 GHz) or better; Quad-core or better | Intel Core i7-4790 (3.60GHz) or better; Quad-core or better | — |
| RAM | 16 GB LPDDR5 | 4 GB | 8 GB | Pass |
| Storage | 64GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 28 GB | 28 GB | — |
| Display | 1280x800, 7" / 7.4" OLED | — | OK | |
PC requirements are written for a desktop at 1080p or higher. The Deck renders at 1280x800, so a GPU below the PC spec on paper doesn't mean it won't run: Valve's test is the one that counts.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Steam Deck run METAL GEAR SOLID V: THE PHANTOM PAIN?
Yes, METAL GEAR SOLID V: THE PHANTOM PAIN 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: C (Tight).
What settings should I use for METAL GEAR SOLID V: THE PHANTOM PAIN on Steam Deck?
For METAL GEAR SOLID V: THE PHANTOM PAIN on Steam Deck we estimate: Medium-Low at 800p, 30-40 FPS. On PC the game recommends a GeForce GTX 760; 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 METAL GEAR SOLID V: THE PHANTOM PAIN have Steam Deck verified status?
METAL GEAR SOLID V: THE PHANTOM PAIN 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.
