Can Steam Deck Run Minecraft: Bedrock Edition?
Steam Deck compatibility check and performance analysis
No official version for SteamOS
Not officially. Mojang's requirements for Bedrock Edition on PC only list Windows, with no Linux or SteamOS version. On Steam Deck the official route is Java Edition, which does have a Linux version. Source: minecraft.net
Spec Comparison
| Component | Steam Deck | Minimum | Recommended | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GPU | RDNA 2 (Score: 4,550) | Intel HD Graphics 4000, AMD Radeon R5 (500) | NVIDIA GeForce 940M, AMD Radeon HD 8570D | Pass |
| CPU | Zen 2, 4c/8t (Score: ~15,000) | Intel Celeron J4105, AMD FX-4100 | Intel i7-6500U, AMD A8-6600K | — |
| RAM | 16 GB LPDDR5 | 4 GB | 8 GB | Pass |
| Storage | 64GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 4 GB | 8 GB | — |
| Display | 1280x800, 7" / 7.4" OLED | — | OK | |
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Steam Deck run Minecraft: Bedrock Edition?
Not officially. Mojang's requirements for Bedrock Edition on PC only list Windows, with no Linux or SteamOS version. On Steam Deck the official route is Java Edition, which does have a Linux version.
What settings should I use for Minecraft: Bedrock Edition on Steam Deck?
It doesn't apply: Minecraft: Bedrock Edition doesn't run on Steam Deck.
Does Minecraft: Bedrock Edition have Steam Deck verified status?
No. Minecraft: Bedrock Edition isn't sold on Steam, so Valve doesn't rate it for Steam Deck.