Can Steam Deck Run Boundary?
Steam Deck compatibility check and performance analysis
Unsupported: may not work
Valve's official Steam Deck compatibility rating for Boundary
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) | AMD Radeon 570 4GB, NVIDIA GeForce 1060 6GB (7,750) | AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT 8GB, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 6GB (15,050) | Below |
| CPU | Zen 2, 4c/8t (Score: ~15,000) | AMD FX-6300, Intel Core i5-4430 | AMD Ryzen 7-2700X, Intel Core i5-7600K | — |
| RAM | 16 GB LPDDR5 | 8 GB | 8 GB | Pass |
| Storage | 64GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 30 GB | 30 GB | — |
| Display | 1280x800, 7" / 7.4" OLED | — | OK | |
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Steam Deck run Boundary?
Boundary is currently Unsupported on Steam Deck. Valve has tested it and found compatibility issues. ProtonDB community reports rate it as "bronze", which may mean some workarounds exist.
What settings should I use for Boundary on Steam Deck?
For Boundary on Steam Deck we estimate: Unplayable: does not meet the minimum requirements. On PC the game recommends a GeForce RTX 2060 6GB; the Deck's GPU is roughly a Radeon RX 560 (4,550 pts) and falls below that on paper. Start at medium settings and adjust based on frame rate.
Does Boundary have Steam Deck verified status?
No, Boundary is marked as Unsupported on Steam Deck. Valve has determined it does not work properly on the device.
