Can Steam Deck Run Dark Matter?
Steam Deck compatibility check and performance analysis
Playable: works with adjustments
Valve's official Steam Deck compatibility rating for Dark Matter
Spec-based estimate
Overkill: Steam Deck crushes this
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) | Shader Model 3.0 compatible videocard, 256 MB nVidia or ATI graphics card (1,500) | nVidia Geforce 460 series or better, Radeon HD5450 or better; 512 MB or higher (1,300) | Pass |
| CPU | Zen 2, 4c/8t (Score: ~15,000) | Intel Core Duo Processor (2.4 GHz or better) | Intel Core I5 or higher | — |
| RAM | 16 GB LPDDR5 | 2 GB | 4 GB | Pass |
| Storage | 64GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 1 GB | 1 GB | — |
| Display | 1280x800, 7" / 7.4" OLED | — | OK | |
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Steam Deck run Dark Matter?
Yes, Dark Matter 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 Dark Matter on Steam Deck?
For Dark Matter on Steam Deck we estimate: Ultra / High at 800p, 60+ FPS. On PC the game recommends a GeForce 460 series; 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 Dark Matter have Steam Deck verified status?
Dark Matter 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.
