Can Steam Deck Run XCOM® 2?
Steam Deck compatibility check and performance analysis
Playable: works with adjustments
Valve's official Steam Deck compatibility rating for XCOM® 2
Spec-based estimate
Good: meets the recommended specs
ProtonDB Rating
Community Linux/Deck compatibility
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) | 1GB ATI Radeon HD 5770, 1GB NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 or better (1,300) | 2GB ATI Radeon HD 7970, 2GB NVIDIA GeForce GTX 770 or better (4,500) | Pass |
| CPU | Zen 2, 4c/8t (Score: ~15,000) | Intel Core 2 Duo E4700 2.6 GHz or AMD Phenom 9950 Quad Core 2.6 GHz | 3GHz Quad Core | — |
| RAM | 16 GB LPDDR5 | 4 GB | 8 GB | Pass |
| Storage | 64GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 45 GB | 45 GB | — |
| Display | 1280x800, 7" / 7.4" OLED | — | OK | |
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Steam Deck run XCOM® 2?
Yes, XCOM® 2 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: B (Solid).
What settings should I use for XCOM® 2 on Steam Deck?
For XCOM® 2 on Steam Deck we estimate: Medium-High at 800p, 40-60 FPS. On PC the game recommends a GeForce GTX 770; the Deck's GPU is roughly a Radeon RX 560 (4,550 pts) and meets that on paper. Start at medium settings and adjust based on frame rate.
Does XCOM® 2 have Steam Deck verified status?
XCOM® 2 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.
