Best 6DOF Steam Deck Games
Steam currently has 1,222 6DOF games, but not all of them can be played on the Steam Deck. Explore our list with the best picks ranked by Player Score. Our Player Score rankings are calculated directly from reviews left on the Steam store and will be updated in real-time as more players leave their feedback. 6DOF game rankings were last updated on 10/8/2025.
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1. Death in the Water 2
Dodge and carve your way through swarms of terrifying sea creatures controlled by Death, a vicious giant mind-controlling Kraken that haunts your every move. Scavenge for hidden treasure to unlock weapons, and upgrades to help you in your fight for survival. Every dive reveals a new nightmare.
Death in the Water 2 holds the #1 spot for "best 6DOF Steam Deck game" with a Player Score of 80. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 1,660 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 1,379 positive reviews and 281 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $14.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Steam Price | $14.99 |
| Release Date | 1/26/2023 |
| Franchise | Lighthouse Games Studio |
| Developer | Lighthouse Games Studio |
| Publisher | Lighthouse Games Studio |
| Steam App Id | 1338840 |
2. Buccaneers!
Become a fearless captain in Buccaneers!, a classic pirate RPG. Find legendary treasures, battle powerful ships, change the course of history, and join one of the unique factions to conquer an ever-changing Caribbean sea.
Buccaneers! has achieved a Player Score of 76, placing it in the #2 spot for the best 6DOF Steam Deck games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 389 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 318 positive reviews and 71 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $17.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Steam Price | $17.99 |
| Release Date | 3/7/2022 |
| Franchise | Valkyrie Initiative |
| Developer | Skyward Digital |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 1148560 |
3. Sushi Ben
An interactive anime story! Save a beloved local sushi bar from dastardly landsharks, get distracted in countless mini games and make unforgettable friends in this larger-than-life narrative adventure. Written by Moa (Hatoful Boyfriend) and featuring a fully voiced cast!
Sushi Ben has achieved a Player Score of 76, placing it in the #3 spot for the best 6DOF Steam Deck games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 151 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 125 positive reviews and 26 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $11.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Steam Price | $11.99 |
| Release Date | 9/18/2025 |
| Developer | Big Brane Studios, Inc. |
| Publishers | |
| Steam App Id | 2419240 |
4. Alliance Peacefighter
A linear, story-driven space sim in the style of 90s classics like X-Wing and Wing Commander. As a newly qualified Alliance pilot, you find yourself caught up in a plot to break the fragile peace between two galactic superpowers.
Alliance Peacefighter has achieved a Player Score of 74, placing it in the #4 spot for the best 6DOF Steam Deck games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 40 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 34 positive reviews and 6 negative reviews — making it "Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $23.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Steam Price | $23.99 |
| Release Date | 6/18/2025 |
| Developer | Urban Logic Games |
| Publisher | Urban Logic Games |
| Steam App Id | 3538210 |
5. Buccaneers! The New Age of Piracy
Witness the rise of piracy in this prologue to Buccaneers!, a classic pirate RPG. Command and customise a powerful warship on PC or in VR and take part in tense naval and land battles that will put your swashbuckling skills to the test.
Buccaneers! The New Age of Piracy has achieved a Player Score of 73, placing it in the #5 spot for the best 6DOF Steam Deck games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 141 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 113 positive reviews and 28 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.
It is completely free to play and can be played and ran on Windows systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Release Date | 3/2/2022 |
| Franchise | Valkyrie Initiative |
| Developer | Skyward Digital |
| Publisher | Valkyrie Initiative |
| Steam App Id | 1631240 |
6. Neverout
Neverout is a 'Escape Room' game with quantum physic and reality bending. Packed with dozens of levels, difficult puzzles, eerie atmosphere and unreal immersion. Every action creates reaction. Nothing is certain, but one thing is known - every lock has a key. And in Neverout, the key - is YOU.
Neverout has achieved a Player Score of 62, placing it in the #6 spot for the best 6DOF Steam Deck games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 230 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 148 positive reviews and 82 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It is priced at $3.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
7. Estencel
Atmospheric souls-like. Fight enemies and bosses and explore the gloomy city.
Estencel has achieved a Player Score of 61, placing it in the #7 spot for the best 6DOF Steam Deck games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 139 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 90 positive reviews and 49 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.
It is priced at $11.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
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| 3 | 1/26/2023 | 80 | $14.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 1 | 3/7/2022 | 76 | $17.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 7 | 9/18/2025 | 76 | $11.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 1 | 6/18/2025 | 74 | $23.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 1 | 3/2/2022 | 73 | Free | Steam Charts | |
| 1 | 5/18/2017 | 62 | $3.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 3 | 1/19/2023 | 61 | $11.99 | Steam Charts |
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- Valve Corporation. (2025, October 18). Sushi Ben on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, October 16). Alliance Peacefighter on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, October 5). Buccaneers! The New Age of Piracy on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, October 13). Neverout on Steam. Steam Store.
- Valve Corporation. (2025, October 18). Estencel on Steam. Steam Store.