Can Steam Deck Run The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim VR?
Steam Deck compatibility check and performance analysis
Unsupported: may not work
Valve's official Steam Deck compatibility rating for The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim VR
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 970 / AMD RX 480 8GB or better (8,600) | Nvidia GeForce GTX 1070 8GB / AMD RX Vega 56 8GB (12,550) | Below |
| CPU | Zen 2, 4c/8t (Score: ~15,000) | Intel Core i5-6600K or AMD Ryzen 5 1400 or better | Intel Core i7-4790 or AMD Ryzen 5 1500X | — |
| RAM | 16 GB LPDDR5 | 8 GB | 8 GB | Pass |
| Storage | 64GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 15 GB | 15 GB | — |
| Display | 1280x800, 7" / 7.4" OLED | — | OK | |
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Steam Deck run The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim VR?
The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim VR 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 The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim VR on Steam Deck?
For The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim VR on Steam Deck we estimate: Unplayable: does not meet the minimum requirements. On PC the game recommends a GeForce GTX 1070 8GB; 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 The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim VR have Steam Deck verified status?
No, The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim VR is marked as Unsupported on Steam Deck. Valve has determined it does not work properly on the device.
