Can Steam Deck Run The Henchmen?
Steam Deck compatibility check and performance analysis
Playable: works with adjustments
Valve's official Steam Deck compatibility rating for The Henchmen
Spec-based estimate
Playable: may need lower settings
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) | GT 1030 or equivalent (1,700) | GTX 1050 or equivalent (5,450) | Tight |
| CPU | Zen 2, 4c/8t (Score: ~15,000) | i3 4150 or equivalent | i3 6100 or equivalent | — |
| RAM | 16 GB LPDDR5 | 8 GB | 8 GB | Pass |
| Storage | 64GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 1 GB | 1 GB | — |
| Display | 1280x800, 7" / 7.4" OLED | — | OK | |
PC requirements are written for a desktop at 1080p or higher. The Deck renders at 1280x800, so a GPU below the PC spec on paper doesn't mean it won't run: Valve's test is the one that counts.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Steam Deck run The Henchmen?
Yes, The Henchmen is rated Playable on Steam Deck: it runs, but may need manual tweaks such as graphics settings or the on-screen keyboard. Our spec-based estimate: C (Tight).
What settings should I use for The Henchmen on Steam Deck?
For The Henchmen on Steam Deck we estimate: Medium-Low at 800p, 30-40 FPS. On PC the game recommends a GeForce GTX 1050; 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 The Henchmen have Steam Deck verified status?
The Henchmen is marked as Playable, not Verified, on Steam Deck. It works but doesn't meet every Verified criterion, so you may need some manual adjustments.
