Can Steam Deck Run Just Shapes & Beats?
Steam Deck compatibility check and performance analysis
Verified: runs great on Steam Deck
Valve's official Steam Deck compatibility rating for Just Shapes & Beats
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) | DirectX 11-compatible graphics card with at least 512MB of video memory (1,500) | DirectX 11-compatible graphics card with at least 1024MB of video memory (2,500) | Pass |
| CPU | Zen 2, 4c/8t (Score: ~15,000) | Intel Core i3 3.0 GHz 64 bits Processor | Intel Core i5 3.5GHz 64 bits Processor | — |
| RAM | 16 GB LPDDR5 | 8 GB | 8 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 Just Shapes & Beats?
Yes. Just Shapes & Beats is Deck Verified by Valve: it runs well on Steam Deck with full controller support and readable text. Our spec-based estimate: A (Smooth).
What settings should I use for Just Shapes & Beats on Steam Deck?
For Just Shapes & Beats on Steam Deck we estimate: High at 800p, 50-60 FPS. On PC the game recommends a DirectX 11 GPU with 1024 MB of VRAM; 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 Just Shapes & Beats have Steam Deck verified status?
Yes, Just Shapes & Beats is officially Deck Verified by Valve. It meets all of Valve's compatibility criteria: controller support, readable text, full-screen display and good performance on Steam Deck.
