Can Steam Deck Run Bacteria?
Steam Deck compatibility check and performance analysis
Playable: works with adjustments
Valve's official Steam Deck compatibility rating for Bacteria
Spec-based estimate
Overkill: Steam Deck crushes this
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) | 512MB Dedicated Memory (1,500) | 512MB Dedicated Memory (1,500) | Pass |
| CPU | Zen 2, 4c/8t (Score: ~15,000) | 2.4 Ghz Dual Core CPU | 3.0 Ghz Quad Core CPU or faster | — |
| RAM | 16 GB LPDDR5 | 1 GB | 1 GB | Pass |
| Storage | 64GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 350 MB | 350 MB | — |
| Display | 1280x800, 7" / 7.4" OLED | — | OK | |
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Steam Deck run Bacteria?
Yes, Bacteria 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: S (Overkill).
What settings should I use for Bacteria on Steam Deck?
For Bacteria on Steam Deck we estimate: Ultra / High at 800p, 60+ FPS. On PC the game recommends a dedicated GPU with 512 MB of VRAM; 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 Bacteria have Steam Deck verified status?
Bacteria 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.
