{"id":50306,"date":"2023-07-14T10:02:33","date_gmt":"2023-07-14T10:02:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ginx.tv\/run-on-steam-deck"},"modified":"2024-07-19T17:08:10","modified_gmt":"2024-07-19T17:08:10","slug":"run-on-steam-deck","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ginx.tv\/en\/final-fantasy-xiv-online\/run-on-steam-deck","title":{"rendered":"Does Final Fantasy 14 Run On Steam Deck?"},"content":{"rendered":"

Final Fantasy 14<\/a> continues to go from strength to strength, and the successful release of Final Fantasy 16 has only drawn more players back to the MMORPG. Whether you’re a returning player or one who’s taking their first steps across Eorzea, there’s plenty to achieve throughout the online behemoth. <\/p>\n

Fortunately, players can dive into Final Fantasy 14 across a number of platforms. including PlayStation 3, 4, 5, macOS, and Windows PC. But if you’re looking to play it on the go, then there might be only one option — the Steam Deck<\/strong>. So how does Final Fantasy 14 hold up on Valve’s portable device? Does it even run at all? Here’s what you need to know.<\/p>\n

Does Final Fantasy 14 Run On Steam Deck?<\/h2>\n

In short, yes. Final Fantasy 14 does run on Steam Deck. Valve has listed the MMORPG as “playable” on the Steam store front. In order for a game to be certified as “playable” on the Steam Deck, Valve holds it against a series of requirements that ensure the game can be played but that it might require some extra inputs from players. This could be a tweak in certain settings to bring about a smoother experience.<\/p>\n

According to the Steam listing, Final Fantasy 14 achieves the following in relation to Steam Deck playability:<\/p>\n

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  • All functionality is accessible when using the default controller configuration<\/li>\n
  • This game shows Steam Deck controller icons<\/li>\n
  • In-game interface text is legible on Steam Deck<\/li>\n
  • This game’s default graphics configuration performs well on Steam Deck<\/li>\n
  • Entering some text requires manually invoking the on-screen keyboard<\/li>\n
  • This game does not default to external Bluetooth\/USB controllers on Steam Deck, and may require manually switching the active controller via the Quick Access Menu<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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