🎮 Can you play Wasteland 2 on Steam Deck?
Valve's test results
- Heads-up: The game's launcher may require the touchscreen or on-screen keyboard, or its text may be hard to read.
- Heads-up: Some functionality isn't accessible with the default controller configuration, so you may need the touchscreen, the on-screen keyboard or a community controller layout.
- Heads-up: The game sometimes shows mouse, keyboard or non-Steam Deck controller icons.
- Heads-up: The on-screen keyboard doesn't appear automatically for text input; open it manually (STEAM + X).
- Heads-up: Some in-game text is small and may be hard to read on Steam Deck's screen.
- Heads-up: Valve test item: may need some extra effort on Steam Deck. Gamepad not enabled by default
- Passed: The default graphics settings run smoothly on Steam Deck.
- Note: Additional note from Valve's testing. Cross platform cloud saves not supported
Before you play on Steam Deck
- Chinese
- No Chinese support yetSteam Deck runs the Steam version, so the languages are the same as on PC
- System requirements
- PC minimum / recommended specs Steam Deck is less powerful than most gaming PCs, so games with high recommended specs may need lower graphics settings
- How long to beat
- Main + extras About 43 hours
- Price
- Paid · Steam store page
What do the Steam Deck compatibility ratings mean?
- VerifiedVerified: tested by Valve and fully playable with Steam Deck's built-in controls and display, running smoothly on the default settings.
- PlayablePlayable: works on Steam Deck, but may need some extra effort, such as using the touchscreen or on-screen keyboard, or adjusting the controller configuration.
- Not supportedUnsupported: Valve's testing found that it currently doesn't run properly on Steam Deck (common reasons are anti-cheat systems or VR).
- UnknownUnknown: Valve hasn't tested this game yet, which doesn't mean it can't be played.
FAQ
Can you play Wasteland 2 on Steam Deck?
Yes, with a few caveats. Wasteland 2 is rated "Playable" on Steam Deck: it runs fine, but some actions may require the touchscreen, the on-screen keyboard or tweaking settings.
What should you know before playing Wasteland 2 on Steam Deck?
The game's launcher may require the touchscreen or on-screen keyboard, or its text may be hard to read. Some functionality isn't accessible with the default controller configuration, so you may need the touchscreen, the on-screen keyboard or a community controller layout. The game sometimes shows mouse, keyboard or non-Steam Deck controller icons. The on-screen keyboard doesn't appear automatically for text input; open it manually (STEAM + X). Some in-game text is small and may be hard to read on Steam Deck's screen.
Does Wasteland 2 on Steam Deck support Chinese?
Steam Deck runs the Steam version, so the supported languages are the same as on PC: No Chinese support yet.
How long is Wasteland 2? Is it good for playing on the go with Steam Deck?
Main + extras About 43 hours (Medium to long: takes a few weeks). Steam Deck lets you suspend and resume at any time, so it's easy to play in short sessions.
What's the difference between "Verified" and "Playable" on Steam Deck?
Verified: tested by Valve and fully playable with Steam Deck's built-in controls and display, running smoothly on the default settings. Playable: works on Steam Deck, but may need some extra effort, such as using the touchscreen or on-screen keyboard, or adjusting the controller configuration.
Where does this Steam Deck compatibility data come from?
It comes from Valve's official Steam Deck compatibility program and is updated automatically by GAME圈; it was last checked on Oct 12, 2026. Compatibility can change after game updates, so check the Steam store page for the latest status.
