Ubisoft has confirmed that its upcoming title, Assassin’s Creed Shadows, will run on Steam Deck from its launch, an update that has surprised many, as last month the company had ruled out the possibility of support for Valve’s device, citing that it was “below our minimum PC specifications.” However, it seems that the studio has conducted tests and adjustments that have allowed the game to run satisfactorily on the platform, although it is warned that the visual quality may not reach the optimal standard.
The Steam Deck, a console that still has a lot to say
The launch of the Steam Deck OLED in November 2023 has demonstrated the potential of this device, with impressive performance running demanding titles like Kingdom Come Deliverance 2 and Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth. These games have received the “Verified” rating on Steam Deck, highlighting the hardware’s ability to handle intensive gaming experiences, which raises expectations about the performance of Assassin’s Creed Shadows.
However, doubts persist about the quality of the gaming experience on Steam Deck. Although the title may work, many large-scale games, like the ones mentioned, may present visual issues on smaller screens, which could affect the overall experience. The concern is that playing could make the graphic quality resemble more of a moving Claude Monet painting than a modern video game, presenting blurry images and an suboptimal frame rate.
On the other hand, the community of players who exclusively use Steam Deck as their primary device continues to grow. This highlights the importance of developers and studios catering to this expanding market. Although it has not yet been determined whether Assassin’s Creed Shadows will become one of the best games for Steam Deck, the availability of the title is a positive step towards including the portable audience in the offering of major titles. According to the author, the device is ideal for indie games, CRPGs, and titles like Vampire Survivors. And it seems that it will still allow us to use the hidden blade on it.
