Can Steam Deck Run West of Loathing?
Steam Deck compatibility check and performance analysis
Verified: runs great on Steam Deck
Valve's official Steam Deck compatibility rating for West of Loathing
Spec-based estimate
Excellent: runs great 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) | 512 MB (1,500) | 1 GB (2,500) | Pass |
| CPU | Zen 2, 4c/8t (Score: ~15,000) | 2.8 GHz Intel® Core™2 Duo or better | 3.3 GHz Intel® Core™2 Duo or better | — |
| RAM | 16 GB LPDDR5 | 2 GB | 4 GB | Pass |
| Storage | 64GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 4 GB | 4 GB | — |
| Display | 1280x800, 7" / 7.4" OLED | — | OK | |
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Steam Deck run West of Loathing?
Yes. West of Loathing is Deck Verified by Valve: it runs well on Steam Deck with full controller support and readable text. Our spec-based estimate: A (Smooth).
What settings should I use for West of Loathing on Steam Deck?
For West of Loathing on Steam Deck we estimate: High at 800p, 50-60 FPS. Start at medium settings and adjust based on frame rate.
Does West of Loathing have Steam Deck verified status?
Yes, West of Loathing is officially Deck Verified by Valve. It meets all of Valve's compatibility criteria: controller support, readable text, full-screen display and good performance on Steam Deck.
