Can Steam Deck Run The Message from Deep Space?
Steam Deck compatibility check and performance analysis
Unknown — Not yet tested by Valve
Valve's official Steam Deck compatibility rating for The Message from Deep Space
Performance Grade
Excellent — runs great on Steam Deck
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) | OpenGL 2.0 compatible, ATI, Nvidia or Intel HD (2,500) | OpenGL 2.0 compatible, ATI, Nvidia or Intel HD (2,500) | Pass |
| CPU | Zen 2, 4c/8t (Score: ~15,000) | 1.5Ghz or better (x86-64) | 2Ghz or better (x86-64) | — |
| RAM | 16 GB LPDDR5 | 4 GB | 8 GB | Pass |
| Storage | 64GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 1 GB | 1 GB | — |
| Display | 1280x800, 7" / 7.4" OLED | — | OK | |
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Steam Deck run The Message from Deep Space?
The Message from Deep Space has not been officially tested on Steam Deck by Valve. Based on hardware specs alone, our grade is A (excellent — runs great on steam deck).
What settings should I use for The Message from Deep Space on Steam Deck?
For The Message from Deep Space on Steam Deck, we recommend high at 800p, 50-60 fps. The game recommends OpenGL 2.0 compatible, and Steam Deck's GPU (RDNA 2, ~GTX 1050 Ti equivalent) meets that requirement. Start at medium settings and adjust based on frame rate.
Does The Message from Deep Space have Steam Deck verified status?
The Message from Deep Space has not received a Steam Deck verification status from Valve yet. Its compatibility is unknown and may change as Valve continues testing.
