Why Steam Deck is the PERFECT Fit for Dawnfolk!
Hey everyone!
I’m Darenn, the solo dev behind Dawnfolk, a quirky arcade strategy builder. And guess what? The game runs perfectly on the Steam Deck.
No tweaking, no weird workarounds. Just install and play. Let’s go over why it's such a great fit for the Deck! Definitely check out the video below if you can, otherwise read more below.
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So yeah, Dawnfolk is 100% Steam Deck ready! Whether you play handheld, docked, or switch between PC and Deck, it's smooth sailing all the way.
Dawnfolk launches on February 13th, so if you’re looking for a chill yet engaging strategy builder that plays great on the Deck, wishlist it on Steam!
Thanks for reading, and I hope you have fun bringing light back to the world!
- Darenn
I’m Darenn, the solo dev behind Dawnfolk, a quirky arcade strategy builder. And guess what? The game runs perfectly on the Steam Deck.
No tweaking, no weird workarounds. Just install and play. Let’s go over why it's such a great fit for the Deck! Definitely check out the video below if you can, otherwise read more below.
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- Full Input Compatibility – Works seamlessly with the Steam Deck’s controls. Just pick it up and play!
- Optimized Controls – Surprisingly for a strategy game, Dawnfolk was designed with gamepads and handhelds in mind. Controls feel natural and responsive. You can move with either the analog stick or D-pad and handle everything else effortlessly with the other buttons.
- Docked Mode Support – Want to play on the big screen? No problem. Connect a Bluetooth controller or keyboard and enjoy it docked.
- Big and Readable Text & Icons – No squinting required. The UI is designed to be crystal clear and easy to read on the Steam Deck’s screen.
- Battery Life – Optimized for long sessions on the go. Expect 6h30 at 60 FPS and up to 8h30 at 30 FPS on the OLED model.
- Smooth FPS Performance – Stable and fluid gameplay: 60 FPS on the LCD version, 90 FPS on the OLED.
- Steam Cloud Saves – Seamlessly switch between PC and Steam Deck without losing progress. No extra setup needed!
- Native Steam Deck Compatibility – Runs natively on Steam Deck (Linux) with zero tweaks required. Just install and play.
- Quick Resume & Suspend Support – Pause anytime with the Steam menu and pick up exactly where you left off—no crashes, no issues, just smooth gaming.
So yeah, Dawnfolk is 100% Steam Deck ready! Whether you play handheld, docked, or switch between PC and Deck, it's smooth sailing all the way.
Dawnfolk launches on February 13th, so if you’re looking for a chill yet engaging strategy builder that plays great on the Deck, wishlist it on Steam!
Thanks for reading, and I hope you have fun bringing light back to the world!
- Darenn