Can Steam Deck Run Nightingale?
Steam Deck compatibility check and performance analysis
Unsupported: may not work
Valve's official Steam Deck compatibility rating for Nightingale
Spec-based estimate
Cannot run 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) | Nvidia GeForce GTX 1060, Radeon RX 580 or Intel Arc A580 (9,500) | GeForce RTX 2060 Super / Radeon RX 5700XT (15,500) | Below |
| CPU | Zen 2, 4c/8t (Score: ~15,000) | Intel Core i5-4430 | Intel Core i5-8600 | — |
| RAM | 16 GB LPDDR5 | 16 GB | 16 GB | Pass |
| Storage | 64GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 70 GB | 70 GB | — |
| Display | 1280x800, 7" / 7.4" OLED | — | OK | |
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Steam Deck run Nightingale?
Nightingale 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 Nightingale on Steam Deck?
For Nightingale on Steam Deck we estimate: Unplayable: does not meet the minimum requirements. On PC the game recommends a GeForce RTX 2060 Super; 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 Nightingale have Steam Deck verified status?
No, Nightingale is marked as Unsupported on Steam Deck. Valve has determined it does not work properly on the device.
