Playable: works with adjustments
Valve's official Steam Deck compatibility rating for Ember
Spec-based estimate
Excellent: runs great 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) | ATI Radeon HD 2000 series or NVIDIA 8000 series (2,500) | ATI Radeon HD 4870 or NVIDIA GTX 260 or greater | Pass |
| CPU | Zen 2, 4c/8t (Score: ~15,000) | Core 2 Duo 2.5 GHz or equivalent | Core i5 750 2.67 GHz or equivalent / greater | — |
| RAM | 16 GB LPDDR5 | 2 GB | 4 GB | Pass |
| Storage | 64GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 4 GB | 4 GB | — |
| Display | 1280x800, 7" / 7.4" OLED | — | OK | |
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Steam Deck run Ember?
Yes, Ember 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: A (Smooth).
What settings should I use for Ember on Steam Deck?
For Ember on Steam Deck we estimate: High at 800p, 50-60 FPS. On PC the game recommends a GeForce GTX 260; 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 Ember have Steam Deck verified status?
Ember 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.
