Can Steam Deck Run Metro Exodus?
Steam Deck compatibility check and performance analysis
Playable — Works with adjustments
Valve's official Steam Deck compatibility rating for Metro Exodus
Performance Grade
Playable — may need lower settings
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) | GeForce GTX 670 / GeForce GTX 1050 / AMD Radeon HD 7870 (6,350) | GeForce GTX 1070 / GeForce RTX 2060 / AMD RX VEGA 56 (13,100) | Fail |
| CPU | Zen 2, 4c/8t (Score: ~15,000) | Intel Core i5-4440 or equivalent | Intel Core i7-4770k or equivalent | — |
| RAM | 16 GB LPDDR5 | 8 GB | 8 GB | Pass |
| Storage | 64GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 59 GB | 59 GB | — |
| Display | 1280x800, 7" / 7.4" OLED | — | OK | |
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Steam Deck run Metro Exodus?
Yes, Metro Exodus 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: C.
What settings should I use for Metro Exodus on Steam Deck?
For Metro Exodus on Steam Deck, we recommend medium-low at 800p, 30-40 fps. The game recommends GeForce GTX 1070, 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 Metro Exodus have Steam Deck verified status?
Metro Exodus 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.
