Playable: works with adjustments
Valve's official Steam Deck compatibility rating for 9 Days
Spec-based estimate
On paper its GPU is 53% of the PC minimum GPU. PC specs assume 1080p; the Deck plays at 800p and Valve's test is what counts.
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) | Nvidia GeForce GTX 970 or AMD RX 480 (8,600) | — | Below |
| CPU | Zen 2, 4c/8t (Score: ~15,000) | Intel i5-2500k (4 core 3.3 GHz) or AMD Ryzen 3 1200 (4 core 3.1 GHz) | — | — |
| RAM | 16 GB LPDDR5 | — | — | ? |
| Storage | 64GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 20 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 9 Days?
Yes, 9 Days is rated Playable on Steam Deck: it runs, but may need manual tweaks such as graphics settings or the on-screen keyboard. On paper the Deck's GPU (4,550 pts) is 53% of the PC minimum GPU, but PC requirements assume 1080p and Valve tested it at the Deck's 800p.
What settings should I use for 9 Days on Steam Deck?
For 9 Days on Steam Deck, start from Valve's tested defaults at 800p and lower settings if the frame rate dips.
Does 9 Days have Steam Deck verified status?
9 Days 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.
