Best Combat Steam Deck Games
Steam currently has 9,938 Combat 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. Combat game rankings were last updated on 12/4/2024.
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1. Baldur's Gate 3
Baldur’s Gate 3 is a story-rich, party-based RPG set in the universe of Dungeons & Dragons, where your choices shape a tale of fellowship and betrayal, survival and sacrifice, and the lure of absolute power.
Baldur's Gate 3 holds the #1 spot for "best Combat Steam Deck game" with a Player Score of 96. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 692,636 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 671,013 positive reviews and 21,623 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $47.99 to play and can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Steam Price | $47.99 |
| Release Date | 8/3/2023 |
| Franchise | Larian Studios |
| Developer | Larian Studios |
| Publisher | Larian Studios |
| Steam App Id | 1086940 |
2. Neon White
Neon White is a single-player speedrunning FPS where you can sacrifice your guns for godlike parkour moves.
Neon White has achieved a Player Score of 96, placing it in the #2 spot for the best Combat Steam Deck games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 16,200 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 15,920 positive reviews and 280 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $12.49 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 | $12.49 |
| Release Date | 6/16/2022 |
| Franchise | Annapurna Interactive |
| Developer | Angel Matrix |
| Publisher | Annapurna Interactive |
| Steam App Id | 1533420 |
3. Brotato
Brotato is a top-down arena shooter roguelite where you play a potato wielding up to 6 weapons at a time to fight off hordes of aliens. Choose from a variety of traits and items to create unique builds and survive until help arrives.
Brotato has achieved a Player Score of 95, placing it in the #3 spot for the best Combat Steam Deck games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 88,090 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 85,298 positive reviews and 2,792 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $2.99 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 | $2.99 |
| Release Date | 6/23/2023 |
| Franchise | Blobfish Games |
| Developer | Blobfish |
| Publisher | Blobfish |
| Steam App Id | 1942280 |
4. CULTIC
Death is only the beginning. Crawl from your grave and gear up to fight your way through the ranks of a mysterious and twisted cult. You, your guns, and your dynamite will have to shoot, slide, blast, duck, dodge, and maybe throw a gib or two to survive in this old-school-inspired shooter.
CULTIC has achieved a Player Score of 95, placing it in the #4 spot for the best Combat Steam Deck games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 6,404 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 6,302 positive reviews and 102 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $7.99 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 | $7.99 |
| Release Date | 10/13/2022 |
| Franchise | 3D Realms |
| Developer | Jasozz Games |
| Publisher | 3D Realms |
| Steam App Id | 1684930 |
5. God of War
His vengeance against the Gods of Olympus years behind him, Kratos now lives as a man in the realm of Norse Gods and monsters. It is in this harsh, unforgiving world that he must fight to survive… and teach his son to do the same.
God of War has achieved a Player Score of 95, placing it in the #5 spot for the best Combat Steam Deck games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 146,061 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 140,381 positive reviews and 5,680 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $19.99 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 | $19.99 |
| Release Date | 1/14/2022 |
| Franchise | PlayStation Studios™ |
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| Steam App Id | 1593500 |
6. Marvel’s Spider-Man Remastered
In Marvel’s Spider-Man Remastered, the worlds of Peter Parker and Spider-Man collide in an original action-packed story. Play as an experienced Peter Parker, fighting big crime and iconic villains in Marvel’s New York. Web-swing through vibrant neighborhoods and defeat villains with epic takedowns.
Marvel’s Spider-Man Remastered has achieved a Player Score of 94, placing it in the #6 spot for the best Combat Steam Deck games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 102,653 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 98,439 positive reviews and 4,214 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $29.99 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 | $29.99 |
| Release Date | 8/12/2022 |
| Franchise | PlayStation Studios™ |
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| Steam App Id | 1817070 |
7. The Upturned
A frantic adventure. Welcome to the Upturned Inn: a grand hotel for the dead! You just want to find your room.
The Upturned has achieved a Player Score of 94, placing it in the #7 spot for the best Combat Steam Deck games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,166 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,151 positive reviews and 15 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $9.99 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.
8. Thronefall
A minimalist game about building and defending your little kingdom.
Thronefall has achieved a Player Score of 94, placing it in the #8 spot for the best Combat Steam Deck games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 18,467 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 17,886 positive reviews and 581 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $9.74 to play and can be played and ran on both Windows and Mac systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.
| Steam Price | $9.74 |
| Release Date | 10/11/2024 |
| Developer | GrizzlyGames |
| Publisher | GrizzlyGames |
| Steam App Id | 2239150 |
9. Felvidek
In Felvidek, a JRPG set in 15th century Slovakia, you embrace the role of an alcoholic knight Pavol. Meet diverse and interesting characters to help you drive out the Hussites and Ottomans who blight this land.
Felvidek has achieved a Player Score of 94, placing it in the #9 spot for the best Combat Steam Deck games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 2,659 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 2,627 positive reviews and 32 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $8.79 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 | $8.79 |
| Release Date | 3/29/2024 |
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| Steam App Id | 2299900 |
10. Touhou Hero of Ice Fairy
Touhou Hero of Ice Fairy is an indie game developed by GAMEPULSE.Step into the shoes of Cirno, the Hero of Ice, as she embarks on a journey against evil, liberating Gensokyo and saving her dear princess.
Touhou Hero of Ice Fairy has achieved a Player Score of 94, placing it in the #10 spot for the best Combat Steam Deck games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 5,844 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 5,703 positive reviews and 141 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.
It is priced at $4.61 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 | $4.61 |
| Release Date | 4/3/2024 |
| Developer | GAMEPULSE 游戏脉冲 |
| Publisher | GAMEPULSE 游戏脉冲 |
| Steam App Id | 1955830 |
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| Image | Name | Actions | ||||
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| 56,599 | 8/3/2023 | 96 | $47.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 185 | 6/16/2022 | 96 | $12.49 | Steam Charts | |
| 16,802 | 6/23/2023 | 95 | $2.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 9 | 10/13/2022 | 95 | $7.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 3,977 | 1/14/2022 | 95 | $19.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 3,922 | 8/12/2022 | 94 | $29.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 6 | 3/23/2022 | 94 | $9.99 | Steam Charts | |
| 764 | 10/11/2024 | 94 | $9.74 | Steam Charts | |
| 30 | 3/29/2024 | 94 | $8.79 | Steam Charts | |
| 212 | 4/3/2024 | 94 | $4.61 | Steam Charts |
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