Can Steam Deck Run Slime Rancher 2?
Steam Deck compatibility check and performance analysis
Verified — Runs great on Steam Deck
Valve's official Steam Deck compatibility rating for Slime Rancher 2
Performance Grade
Cannot run on Steam Deck
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 960 2GB / AMD Radeon R9 280 3GB (6,050) | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 / AMD RX 5700 (17,600) | Fail |
| CPU | Zen 2, 4c/8t (Score: ~15,000) | Intel Core i5-2500K / AMD FX-6300 | Intel i5-8400 / AMD Ryzen 5 1500X | — |
| RAM | 16 GB LPDDR5 | 8 GB | 16 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 Slime Rancher 2?
Yes! Slime Rancher 2 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 F, meaning cannot run on steam deck.
What settings should I use for Slime Rancher 2 on Steam Deck?
For Slime Rancher 2 on Steam Deck, we recommend unplayable — does not meet minimum requirements. The game recommends NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070, 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 Slime Rancher 2 have Steam Deck verified status?
Yes, Slime Rancher 2 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.
