Steam Deck: How To Check Game Compatibility
Valve surprised us with the Steam Deck during the summer. It is a fresh piece of device that will enable us to enjoy a handheld console. More accurately, a pocket PC crafted to play, above everything else, the majority of the games in our Steam library.
In concept, most of the titles in the Steam library are compatible in this way. However, some may cause issues like those that utilize third-party technology like an anti-cheat program. To ensure the accurate amount of suitable games and to ensure that the player knows whether a game will be able to operate on the Steam Deck or not before trying to install it, Valve has started to evaluate the Steam games one by one to classify them using a very simple method.
Game Compatibility
| Verified | Playable |
| Unsupported | Unknown |
These classifications will be depicted by the icons shown in the image below and will be easily recognizable in the Steam Store on Deck at a brief look.
- VERIFIED games are those that operate flawlessly on Steam Deck without the need for any adjustments, and they meet certain criteria such as being completely compliant with the controller, not displaying compatibility alerts, supporting the Steam Deck display resolution (1280×800 or 1280×720), having readable text, and being fully compatible with Proton.
- PLAYABLE games may require some manual tweaks in order to play, such as using a community-created controller configuration or using the touchscreen interface to navigate a launcher.
- There isn’t much to say about the UNSUPPORTED, as these are titles that don’t work on the console due to software/hardware issues.
- UNKNOWN, as the title indicates, haven’t been reviewed by Valve yet.
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JC Paredes
Since March 2021, I've worn two hats at Spiel Times: a writer and a Managing Editor. In my writing role, I've earned recognition from Wikipedia and Nev Schulman (Catfish TV Show host) for my insightful analysis and engaging narrative style. I'm passionate about all things gaming, with a keen eye for detail and a knack for uncovering hidden secrets within games. My gaming journey began at a young age, captivated by titles like Resident Evil and Tomb Raider. Today, I enjoy exploring open-world RPGs and MMORPGs, consumed by their lore and crafting theories about their narratives. I'm also drawn to the suspenseful atmosphere of horror games and the intricate narratives of crime-themed titles, bringing a unique perspective to my writing. Beyond gaming, I have a fascination with anything unexplained and chilling, a passion that often spills over into my exploration of horror games. When I'm not engrossed in a virtual world, you can find me curled up and spending time with my adorable doggy sidekick, Teemo. As Managing Editor, I'm committed to fostering a collaborative and supportive environment for our writing team. I communicate openly with my team members, addressing any content-related issues and providing guidance to help them excel.
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