Assassin’s Creed Shadows Steam Deck Verified: Full Support at Launch
- Yashna Talwar
- March 17, 2025 (UPDATED: March 17, 2025 22:10 IST)
Assassin’s Creed Shadows is Steam Deck Verified at launch! Ubisoft confirms smooth gameplay, upscaling options, and future customization updates for Deck users.
Assassin’s Creed Shadows will be Steam Deck Verified at launch, meaning you'll be able to jump into Naoe and Yasuke's Feudal Japan adventure right away on your Deck.
Key Details:
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Steam Deck Verified:
Ubisoft confirmed via Assassin’s Creed social channels on March 12 that Shadows will be fully playable and verified for the Deck.
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Graphical Settings:
Settings will be somewhat locked, but players can choose upscalers (likely options like FSR) to balance performance and visuals.
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Potential Future Tweaks:
Ubisoft mentioned they’re looking into adding more settings/customization options for Deck users in future updates.
Why This Matters:
Initially, Ubisoft seemed hesitant to support Steam Deck due to AC Shadows’ high system requirements. But after reversing course, it’s clear they’ve optimized it enough to pass Valve’s verification process—a big win for portable gaming fans!
Quick Recap of Steam Deck Verification:
- Verified: Game runs well out of the box.
- Playable: Runs but may require manual tweaks.
- Unsupported: Doesn’t run.
- Unknown: Valve hasn't tested yet.
Excited to dive into Assassin's Creed Shadows on Steam Deck?