Can you Play Death on the Nile on Steam Deck? If you are eyeing a couch-ready whodunit and the store page shows Unknown, you are not alone. Before you commit, here is what to expect on LCD and OLED Decks, plus the exact SteamOS and in-game settings I used to keep the mystery running smoothly.
Is Death on the Nile Steam Deck Compatible?

Yes, you can play Death on the Nile on Steam Deck even though it currently has an Unknown compatibility rating, which simply means Valve has not finished testing it. However, unknown does not equal unplayable. Many titles with this tag run fine with little to no tweaks, and I am happy to report that Death on the Nile is one of them.
Death on the Nile on Steam Deck uses an Xbox controller layout, and every button prompt displays and works correctly, so you shouldn’t run into control frustrations. I also didn’t need many changes to the SteamOS or in-game graphics settings to keep the game smooth during cutscenes, puzzles, and menu navigation.
Best Death on the Nile Graphics Settings

Here are the best Death on the Nile SteamOS settings:
- FPS Limit: 60 (90 for Oled)
- Frame Limit: 60 (90 for Oled)
- HRS: No
- TDP Limit: No
- Scaling Filter: Linear
- GPU Clock: Disabled
- Proton Version: No Forced Compatibility
Here are the best in-game graphics settings:
- Resolution: 1280 x 800
- Display Mode: Windowed Borderless
- Vertical Synchronization: Yes
- Graphics Quality: High
That covers Steam Deck compatibility and the best settings for maximum sleuthing. If you want more help, visit our Death on the Nile hub for puzzle solutions, collectible routes, and our full review, or jump to the voice actors guide to see who brings each suspect to life.