Can Steam Deck Run Scarlet Tower?
Steam Deck compatibility check and performance analysis
Playable: works with adjustments
Valve's official Steam Deck compatibility rating for Scarlet Tower
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) | 128mb Video Memory, capable of Shader Model 2.0+ (1,500) | 256mb Video Memory, capable of Shader Model 2.0+ (1,500) | Pass |
| CPU | Zen 2, 4c/8t (Score: ~15,000) | 2.0 Ghz | Dual Core 3.0 Ghz | — |
| RAM | 16 GB LPDDR5 | 2 GB | 4 GB | Pass |
| Storage | 64GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 500 MB | 500 MB | — |
| Display | 1280x800, 7" / 7.4" OLED | — | OK | |
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Steam Deck run Scarlet Tower?
Yes, Scarlet Tower 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 Scarlet Tower on Steam Deck?
For Scarlet Tower on Steam Deck we estimate: Ultra / High at 800p, 60+ FPS. On PC the game recommends a Shader Model 2.0 GPU with 256 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 Scarlet Tower have Steam Deck verified status?
Scarlet Tower 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.
