Can Steam Deck Run Zero Hour?
Steam Deck compatibility check and performance analysis
Unsupported: may not work
Valve's official Steam Deck compatibility rating for Zero Hour
Spec-based estimate
Playable: may need lower settings
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 750TI 2GB or AMD R7 260X 2GB (2,300) | Nvidia Geforce GTX 960 4GB or AMD R9 290 4GB (6,050) | Tight |
| CPU | Zen 2, 4c/8t (Score: ~15,000) | Intel Core i3-7100 or AMD Ryzen 3 1200 | Intel Core i7-4770K or AMD Ryzen 5 2600X | — |
| RAM | 16 GB LPDDR5 | 12 GB | 16 GB | Pass |
| Storage | 64GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 25 GB | 25 GB | — |
| Display | 1280x800, 7" / 7.4" OLED | — | OK | |
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Steam Deck run Zero Hour?
Zero Hour 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 Zero Hour on Steam Deck?
For Zero Hour on Steam Deck we estimate: Medium-Low at 800p, 30-40 FPS. On PC the game recommends a GeForce GTX 960 4GB; 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 Zero Hour have Steam Deck verified status?
No, Zero Hour is marked as Unsupported on Steam Deck. Valve has determined it does not work properly on the device.
