Can Steam Deck Run Xenonauts?
Steam Deck compatibility check and performance analysis
Unsupported: may not work
Valve's official Steam Deck compatibility rating for Xenonauts
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) | Integrated Graphics (2,500) | 512 MB DirectX 9.0c Compliant Video Card (1,500) | Pass |
| CPU | Zen 2, 4c/8t (Score: ~15,000) | Intel 2 GHz | — | — |
| RAM | 16 GB LPDDR5 | 1 GB | 2 GB | Pass |
| Storage | 64GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 3 GB | — | — |
| Display | 1280x800, 7" / 7.4" OLED | — | OK | |
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Steam Deck run Xenonauts?
Xenonauts is currently Unsupported on Steam Deck. Valve has tested it and found compatibility issues. ProtonDB community reports rate it as "platinum", which may mean some workarounds exist.
What settings should I use for Xenonauts on Steam Deck?
For Xenonauts on Steam Deck we estimate: Ultra / High at 800p, 60+ FPS. On PC the game recommends a DirectX 9 GPU; 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 Xenonauts have Steam Deck verified status?
No, Xenonauts is marked as Unsupported on Steam Deck. Valve has determined it does not work properly on the device.
