Can Steam Deck Run SteamWorld Build?
Steam Deck compatibility check and performance analysis
Unknown — Not yet tested by Valve
Valve's official Steam Deck compatibility rating for SteamWorld Build
Performance Grade
Playable — may need lower settings
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 1050 (5,450) | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 (11,250) | Fail |
| CPU | Zen 2, 4c/8t (Score: ~15,000) | Intel Core i5 8400 | Intel Core i7-9700F @ 3.00GHz | — |
| RAM | 16 GB LPDDR5 | 8 GB | 8 GB | Pass |
| Storage | 64GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 4 GB | 4 GB | — |
| Display | 1280x800, 7" / 7.4" OLED | — | OK | |
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Steam Deck run SteamWorld Build?
SteamWorld Build has not been officially tested on Steam Deck by Valve. Based on hardware specs alone, our grade is C (playable — may need lower settings).
What settings should I use for SteamWorld Build on Steam Deck?
For SteamWorld Build on Steam Deck, we recommend medium-low at 800p, 30-40 fps. The game recommends NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660, 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 SteamWorld Build have Steam Deck verified status?
SteamWorld Build has not received a Steam Deck verification status from Valve yet. Its compatibility is unknown and may change as Valve continues testing.
