Can WWE 2K23 be played on Steam Deck?
WWE 2K23 hit all platforms on March 17, 2023, and it has drawn excitement from players all over the globe. Since the game is also available on Steam for the PC, it has also stirred up a question- does it work on the Steam Deck?
The short answer is yes, but with caveats. Read on to learn about the game’s performance, compatibility, and known issues on the deck.
Note: Minor spoilers for WWE 2K23 will follow, and discretion may be required.
Interestingly, despite not being officially deck verified, WWE 2K23 runs fine on Valve’s popular handheld Linux-based gaming PC. The game has no rating yet on the unofficial compatibility tracker website for the Steam Deck - ProtonDB.
However, plenty of players have noted success in running the game using the Proton Experimental and the custom Proton GE runners.
Unfortunately, the game still has a few caveats to keep in mind:
According to user reports on ProtonDB, WWE 2K23 is perfectly playable on high settings on the deck, with general recommendations being to limit textures to standard quality and keep the frame rate to 60 frames per second.
Additionally, it is advised to turn off the TDP limit to ensure a smoother experience - plugging in the handheld to a power source may be the best course of action to enjoy uninterrupted gameplay.
For a more in-depth look at the recommended settings for the game, players can refer to our article here.
WWE 2K23 is a single-player and multiplayer professional sports wrestling title from Visual Concepts. Published by 2K Games, it is the twenty-third entry in the WWE-based video game franchise and a sequel to WWE 2K22. The game features a return to arcade wrestling, with fan-favorite character John Cena on the title art.
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