Can Steam Deck Run Archean?
Steam Deck compatibility check and performance analysis
Unsupported: may not work
Valve's official Steam Deck compatibility rating for Archean
Spec-based estimate
Cannot run on Steam Deck
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 RTX 20 series (GTX not supported) or AMD Radeon 6000+ (14,300) | NVIDIA RTX 30 or 40 series (26,380) | Below |
| CPU | Zen 2, 4c/8t (Score: ~15,000) | quad core | 8 core | — |
| RAM | 16 GB LPDDR5 | 8 GB | 16 GB | Pass |
| Storage | 64GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 2 GB | 2 GB | — |
| Display | 1280x800, 7" / 7.4" OLED | — | OK | |
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Steam Deck run Archean?
Archean is currently Unsupported on Steam Deck. Valve has tested it and found compatibility issues. ProtonDB community reports rate it as "gold", which may mean some workarounds exist.
What settings should I use for Archean on Steam Deck?
For Archean on Steam Deck we estimate: Unplayable: does not meet the minimum requirements. Start at medium settings and adjust based on frame rate.
Does Archean have Steam Deck verified status?
No, Archean is marked as Unsupported on Steam Deck. Valve has determined it does not work properly on the device.
