Can Steam Deck Run Pool Nation?
Steam Deck compatibility check and performance analysis
Playable: works with adjustments
Valve's official Steam Deck compatibility rating for Pool Nation
Spec-based estimate
Overkill: Steam Deck crushes this
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) | 256 MB OF VIDEO MEMORY ATI RADEON X1600/NVIDIA GEFORCE 7600/INTEL HD 2000 OR HIGHER (1,500) | — | Pass |
| CPU | Zen 2, 4c/8t (Score: ~15,000) | Dual Core, AMD/INTEL 2.6 GHZ | — | — |
| RAM | 16 GB LPDDR5 | 2 GB | — | Pass |
| Storage | 64GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | — | — | — |
| Display | 1280x800, 7" / 7.4" OLED | — | OK | |
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Steam Deck run Pool Nation?
Yes, Pool Nation 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: S (Overkill).
What settings should I use for Pool Nation on Steam Deck?
For Pool Nation on Steam Deck we estimate: Ultra / High at 800p, 60+ FPS. Start at medium settings and adjust based on frame rate.
Does Pool Nation have Steam Deck verified status?
Pool Nation 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.
