Can Steam Deck Run Empires Apart?
Steam Deck compatibility check and performance analysis
Unsupported: may not work
Valve's official Steam Deck compatibility rating for Empires Apart
Spec-based estimate
Playable: may need lower settings
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) | GeForce GTX 560 or equivalent (1,200) | GeForce GTX 960 or equivalent (6,050) | Tight |
| CPU | Zen 2, 4c/8t (Score: ~15,000) | Intel Core i5 2.7ghz or equivalent | Intel Core i7 3.4ghz or equivalent | — |
| RAM | 16 GB LPDDR5 | 4 GB | 8 GB | Pass |
| Storage | 64GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 1.9 GB | 1.9 GB | — |
| Display | 1280x800, 7" / 7.4" OLED | — | OK | |
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Steam Deck run Empires Apart?
Empires Apart is currently Unsupported on Steam Deck. Valve has tested it and found compatibility issues. ProtonDB community reports rate it as "gold", which may mean some workarounds exist.
What settings should I use for Empires Apart on Steam Deck?
For Empires Apart on Steam Deck we estimate: Medium-Low at 800p, 30-40 FPS. On PC the game recommends a GeForce GTX 960; 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 Empires Apart have Steam Deck verified status?
No, Empires Apart is marked as Unsupported on Steam Deck. Valve has determined it does not work properly on the device.
