Valve Corporation published a ranking of the 100 most popular Steam Deck games from March 2023 through March 2024. The study centers on player activity, though exact player counts for individual titles are not disclosed. Among the standout entries, Baldur’s Gate 3, widely recognized as one of 2023’s top games, sits at the top of the list. Vampire Survivors and Dave the Diver follow in second and third place, illustrating a diverse lineup that resonates with Steam Deck owners.
The best of the bunch also includes Hogwarts Legacy, Elden Ring, Palworld, Cyberpunk 2077, Grand Theft Auto V, Stardew Valley, and Red Dead Redemption 2, as well as Marvel’s Spider-Man Remastered, among others. This mix signals a clear preference among Steam Deck users for expansive, graphically demanding titles. Even with the device’s portable constraints, these games run at reduced settings and maintain playable performance, typically delivering at least 30 frames per second.
Steam Deck made its debut in early 2022, bringing PC-grade hardware and the SteamOS operating system to a handheld format. In 2023, Valve introduced a slightly improved variant featuring an OLED display, enhancing visual clarity for on-the-go gaming sessions.
Earlier reports indicated that the remake of the cult classic Silent Hill 2 would be localized into Russian, a detail that underscores the global reach and multi-language accessibility surrounding modern PC and console experiences. Source additional context from Valve and related press notes indicate ongoing efforts to broaden localization options and regional support for popular titles in portable ecosystems.