Overview
- Valve announces that Silent Hill f is playable on Steam Deck, though with limitations.
- Players should anticipate lower performance levels and may need to manually modify graphics settings for optimal gameplay.
Exciting news for Silent Hill enthusiasts who own a Steam Deck: Silent Hill f, the latest installment in this iconic series, is confirmed to be playable on the device. However, potential players should take note of several important caveats.
Set in the mysterious Tokyo of the 1960s, Silent Hill f adds intrigue to the franchise with its unique story and visuals. The game’s PC system requirements have been published, and we now have insights into how it performs on the Steam Deck.
According to Valve’s testing results, Silent Hill f functions on the Steam Deck, but it does not receive a “verified”status. The gaming experience may not be straightforward, as players will face some restrictions. While basic functionality is intact, including compatibility with the default controller scheme and display of Steam Deck icons, text size poses a challenge due to its small font, which could be hard to read on the device’s screen. Furthermore, manual graphic setting adjustments will be necessary to enhance performance during gameplay.
How Does Silent Hill f Perform on the Steam Deck?
While it is technically possible to play Silent Hill f on the Steam Deck, gamers should temper their expectations in terms of graphics and frame rate. Current compatibility information suggests that the overall experience may be on par with, or even fall short of, the minimum specifications required for standard PCs—which necessitate an Nvidia GTX 1070 to achieve 720p at 30 frames per second. Though 720p could display reasonably well on the Steam Deck’s screen, it may not satisfy those who prefer higher resolutions when using external monitors or TVs.
Despite the uncertain performance levels of Silent Hill f on the Steam Deck, it has an advantage over the Silent Hill 2 remake. Recent updates aimed at improving the latter’s Steam Deck performance still left it classified as unsupported by Valve. In contrast, the fact that Silent Hill f is already functionally playable on the Steam Deck is a significant step forward. As there is no confirmed release date yet, there remains an opportunity for developers Konami and NeoBards Entertainment to further enhance optimization for the device.