Can Steam Deck Run Just Survive?
Steam Deck compatibility check and performance analysis
Unsupported: may not work
Valve's official Steam Deck compatibility rating for Just Survive
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) | nVidia GeForce GTX 275 series or higher / AMD Radeon HD 4870 X2 series or higher | nVidia GeForce GTX 960 series or higher / AMD Radeon R9 280X series or higher (6,050) | Tight |
| CPU | Zen 2, 4c/8t (Score: ~15,000) | Intel i3 Dual-Core with Hyper-Threading (required) | Intel i5 Quad Core or higher / AMD Phenom II X6 or higher | — |
| RAM | 16 GB LPDDR5 | 4 GB | 8 GB | Pass |
| Storage | 64GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 20 GB | 20 GB | — |
| Display | 1280x800, 7" / 7.4" OLED | — | OK | |
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Steam Deck run Just Survive?
Just Survive is currently Unsupported on Steam Deck. Valve has tested it and found compatibility issues. ProtonDB community reports rate it as "silver", which may mean some workarounds exist.
What settings should I use for Just Survive on Steam Deck?
For Just Survive on Steam Deck we estimate: Medium-Low at 800p, 30-40 FPS. On PC the game recommends a GeForce GTX 960 series; 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 Just Survive have Steam Deck verified status?
No, Just Survive is marked as Unsupported on Steam Deck. Valve has determined it does not work properly on the device.
