Can Steam Deck Run Blades of Time?
Steam Deck compatibility check and performance analysis
Playable: works with adjustments
Valve's official Steam Deck compatibility rating for Blades of Time
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) | Ati Radeon x1300 256 MB or nVidia GeForce 7300 GS (1,500) | ATI Radeon 7750 or nVidia GTX 470 | Pass |
| CPU | Zen 2, 4c/8t (Score: ~15,000) | Intel Pentium 4 2.6GHz or AMD 3500+ | Intel Core i5 or AMD Phenom | — |
| RAM | 16 GB LPDDR5 | 2 GB | 2 GB | Pass |
| Storage | 64GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 3 GB | 3 GB | — |
| Display | 1280x800, 7" / 7.4" OLED | — | OK | |
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Steam Deck run Blades of Time?
Yes, Blades of Time 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 Blades of Time on Steam Deck?
For Blades of Time on Steam Deck we estimate: Ultra / High at 800p, 60+ FPS. On PC the game recommends a GeForce GTX 470; 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 Blades of Time have Steam Deck verified status?
Blades of Time 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.
