Unknown: not yet tested by Valve
Valve's official Steam Deck compatibility rating for NOVA
Spec-based estimate
Cannot run on Steam Deck
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) | DirectX 11 capable, 2 GB VRAM (GeForce GTX 750 Ti / Radeon R7 260X) (3,700) | GeForce GTX 1060 / Radeon RX 580, 4 GB VRAM (9,500) | Below |
| CPU | Zen 2, 4c/8t (Score: ~15,000) | Intel Core i5-4460 / AMD FX-6300 | Intel Core i5-8400 / AMD Ryzen 5 2600 | — |
| RAM | 16 GB LPDDR5 | 4 GB | 8 GB | Pass |
| Storage | 64GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 1 GB | 2 GB | — |
| Display | 1280x800, 7" / 7.4" OLED | — | OK | |
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Steam Deck run NOVA?
NOVA has not been officially tested on Steam Deck by Valve. Based on hardware specs alone, our estimate is F (Won't run).
What settings should I use for NOVA on Steam Deck?
For NOVA on Steam Deck we estimate: Unplayable: does not meet the minimum requirements. On PC the game recommends a GeForce GTX 1060; 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 NOVA have Steam Deck verified status?
NOVA has not received a Steam Deck verification status from Valve yet. Its compatibility is unknown and may change as Valve keeps testing.
