Can Steam Deck Run Outer Wilds?
Steam Deck compatibility check and performance analysis
Verified — Runs great on Steam Deck
Valve's official Steam Deck compatibility rating for Outer Wilds
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) | Nvidia GeForce GTX 660, 2 GB | AMD Radeon HD 7870, 2 GB | Nvidia GeForce GTX 1060 | AMD Radeon RX 580 (9,500) | Fail |
| CPU | Zen 2, 4c/8t (Score: ~15,000) | Intel Core i5-2300 | AMD FX-4350 | Intel Core i5-8400 | AMD Ryzen 5 2600X | — |
| RAM | 16 GB LPDDR5 | 6 GB | 8 GB | Pass |
| Storage | 64GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 8 GB | 8 GB | — |
| Display | 1280x800, 7" / 7.4" OLED | — | OK | |
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Steam Deck run Outer Wilds?
Yes! Outer Wilds is Deck Verified by Valve — it runs perfectly on Steam Deck with full controller support and proper display. Our hardware analysis gives it a grade of C, meaning playable — may need lower settings.
What settings should I use for Outer Wilds on Steam Deck?
For Outer Wilds on Steam Deck, we recommend medium-low at 800p, 30-40 fps. The game recommends Nvidia GeForce GTX 1060 | AMD Radeon RX 580, 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 Outer Wilds have Steam Deck verified status?
Yes, Outer Wilds is officially Deck Verified by Valve. This means it meets all of Valve's compatibility criteria: proper controller support, readable text, full-screen display, and smooth performance on Steam Deck.
