Silent Hill f is set to be playable on the Steam Deck, though it will require some tweaking to ensure optimal performance. Dive into the details below to understand Valve's classification for Silent Hill f on the Steam Deck and the game's PC requirements.
Silent Hill f Official Testing Results For Steam Deck Released
Playable But Requires Configuration
Valve's official testing has confirmed that Silent Hill f is playable on the Steam Deck. However, it falls short of being "verified" due to the need for some manual configurations to ensure full compatibility with the handheld. To earn the "verified" badge, a game must seamlessly integrate with the Steam Deck's controls and display, passing Valve's rigorous checks for input, display, seamlessness, and system support.
The testing results show that Silent Hill f supports all functionality using the default controller configuration and displays the Steam Deck controller icons. Yet, some in-game text appears small and may be hard to read. Additionally, manual tweaks are necessary for the game to run smoothly on the Steam Deck.
This marks a significant step up from the Silent Hill 2 Remake, which was initially unsupported on the Steam Deck despite subsequent patches. With no official release date yet announced by Konami for Silent Hill f, there remains ample time for further optimization.
PC System Requirements
Konami unveiled the PC requirements for Silent Hill f on its Steam store page last month, providing insight into its performance on the Steam Deck. Below is a comprehensive breakdown of the game's minimum and recommended system specifications.
The minimum specs include an NVIDIA GTX 1070, enabling gameplay at 720p and 30fps on Performance Quality settings. Given the Steam Deck's GPU capabilities, players might experience a slight performance dip compared to these minimum PC requirements. Playing at 720p on the Steam Deck should be manageable, but connecting the device to an HD TV might highlight these differences. Konami also recommends using an SSD.
The recommended specs allow for either Performance settings at 60fps or Quality settings at 30fps, both requiring an SSD.
The recent Silent Hill Transmission on March 13 offered fans a glimpse into what to expect from the game. Silent Hill f is now available for wishlisting on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. While a specific release date has yet to be announced, stay tuned to our updates for the latest news on Silent Hill f.
