„45 fps when looking at the sky and a wall” Playing FF7 REBIRTH seems like a nightmare, although game is Steam Deck verified

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When a new AAA game sports the green Verified icon on its Steam page, it can lead to passionate discussions. The conditions for compatibility with the Steam Deck are quite straightforward: the game needs to be playable with controllers, display appropriate icons, have an understandable interface, and above all, perform smoothly. However, what constitutes “smooth performance” for one individual might not meet another’s expectations – much like the case of Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, which was recently added to Steam.

How playable are “playable” games on Steam Deck

Reddit user ‘thealekianhero’ revealed their settings for Final Fantasy VII Rebirth on the Steam Deck, mentioning they maintain approximately 40 FPS whether in open-world battles or city exploration. They acknowledged the performance isn’t flawless, and predictably, the post garnered a variety of responses from the community – nothing out of the ordinary. User ‘panthereal’ responded promptly:

ah yes, 45 fps when looking at the sky and a wall

surely that bodes well

Alright, let’s get down to it. What exactly can the Steam Deck handle, and which games would be best to enjoy on this device? The “Verified on Steam Deck” logo gives us some insight:

1. “Verified on Steam Deck”: This indicates that the game has been tested and optimized to run smoothly on the Steam Deck hardware. These titles should provide an enjoyable gaming experience without any major issues.

This game’s default graphic configuration performs well on Steam Deck.

In simpler terms, ProtonDB is a helpful resource that’s community-made and tracks how well games work on the Steam Deck. Each game gets a rating, from “Borked” to “Platinum,” based on its performance. The upcoming Final Fantasy VII Rebirth received a “Silver” badge, which means it runs with minor glitches but is generally playable. Most people say it runs at 15-30 frames per second on medium settings and 50-60 FPS on low. Regarding the Steam Deck’s performance with new big titles like this one, it’s quite typical and (I hope I don’t upset you) understandable.

Steam Deck and AAA games, a love-hate relationship

If you chose the Steam Deck as your sole gaming device, intending to play modern AAA games, that decision is ultimately yours. However, in my personal view, some individuals seemed to anticipate that the Deck would flawlessly run today’s triple-A titles without any issues. Now they accept lower FPS rates and label it as playable. To be clear, while I adore my Steam Deck, it’s far from being a high-end machine – it shines particularly for indie games and older big titles, but that’s essentially its strength. It’s not at the top tier of PC performance.

After acquiring my Steam Deck, I’ve been delighted to revisit the Yakuza / Like a Dragon series, beginning with Kiwami, and overall, I’m quite satisfied. However, I encountered issues while completing Like a Dragon Infinite Wealth; it frequently crashed during the Hawaiian Hunt mission, causing me to shift back to my PC. Despite the Steam Deck being a portable device, it’s not without its flaws. Yet, when it comes to fresh releases, games with the Verified badge definitely warrant more attention.

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2025-01-28 03:32