Best Naval Combat Steam Deck Games

Steam currently has 299 Naval 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. Naval Combat game rankings were last updated on 5/29/2024.

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1. Shipped

Challenge your friends in a naval battle of steering, pushing and shooting. Keep your ship on-screen and avoid crashing with land to survive. Up to 8 players.

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Shipped holds the #1 spot for "best Naval Combat Steam Deck game" with a Player Score of 90. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 596 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 577 positive reviews and 19 negative reviews — making it "Overwhelmingly Positive" on Steam.

It is priced at $4.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.

Steam Price $4.99
Release Date 3/28/2019
Developer Majorariatto
Publisher Majorariatto
Steam App Id 1037190

2. Sail Forth

Sail a fleet of customizable ships across an ocean whose ancient depths have swallowed the key to the mysterious past. Befriend fishfolk to expand your boat crews, take up arms against petulant pirates, and chart a course across an expansive watery world. Will you answer the call of High Adventure?

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Sail Forth has achieved a Player Score of 87, placing it in the #2 spot for the best Naval Combat Steam Deck games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 456 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 426 positive reviews and 30 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.

It is priced at $19.99 to play and can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.

Steam Price $19.99
Release Date 12/21/2022
Franchise Quantum Astrophysicists Guild
Developer Festive Vector
Publisher The Quantum Astrophysicists Guild
Steam App Id 1031460

3. Waves of Steel

If you like warships but wish they could kickflip, Waves of Steel is for you! Build your own custom warship and embark on a sprawling campaign filled with enemy ships, planes, submarines, and bizarre superweapons. Fast-paced arcade naval action is here!

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Waves of Steel has achieved a Player Score of 85, placing it in the #3 spot for the best Naval Combat Steam Deck games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 375 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 343 positive reviews and 32 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.

It is priced at $19.99 to play and can be played and ran on both Windows and Linux systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.

Steam Price $19.99
Release Date 2/6/2023
Developer TMA Games LLC
Publisher TMA Games LLC
Steam App Id 1482750

4. Sea of Survivors

In Sea of Survivors, you can sail your ship in any direction but you can never stop moving. Evade and destroy hordes of pirates and sea monsters to gain experience, level up and choose upgrades for your ship. Discover mysterious curses, unlock unique treasures and fight for survival.

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Sea of Survivors has achieved a Player Score of 77, placing it in the #4 spot for the best Naval Combat Steam Deck games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 305 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 253 positive reviews and 52 negative reviews — making it "Very Positive" on Steam.

It is priced at $6.99 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 $6.99
Release Date 10/18/2023
Developer Nah Yeah Games
Publisher Nah Yeah Games
Steam App Id 2347940

5. 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.

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Buccaneers! has achieved a Player Score of 77, placing it in the #5 spot for the best Naval Combat Steam Deck games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 349 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 288 positive reviews and 61 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

6. Frontline: World War II

Immerse yourself in the captivating atmosphere of World War II, as you meticulously plan your moves and adapt to the ever-changing battlefield. With a wide array of units and tactical options at your disposal, success is determined by your strategic prowess and adaptability.

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Frontline: World War II has achieved a Player Score of 75, placing it in the #6 spot for the best Naval Combat Steam Deck games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 50 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 43 positive reviews and 7 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 1/1/2021
Developer Frontline: Games Series
Publisher Frontline: Games Series
Steam App Id 1394500

7. War Thunder

War Thunder is the most comprehensive free-to-play, cross-platform, MMO military game dedicated to aviation, armoured vehicles, and naval craft, from the early 20th century to the most advanced modern combat units. Join now and take part in major battles on land, in the air, and at sea.

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War Thunder has achieved a Player Score of 75, placing it in the #7 spot for the best Naval Combat Steam Deck games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 491,993 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 369,225 positive reviews and 122,768 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Positive" on Steam.

It is completely free to play and can be played and ran on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems. Valve has also verified it as playable on the Steam Deck and will run well.

Release Date 8/15/2013
Developer Gaijin Entertainment
Publishers
Steam App Id 236390

8. Submarine War

Submarine War is a new action-packed submarine combat game that immerses players in the 3D action with unique game controls and 3D environments.

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Submarine War has achieved a Player Score of 68, placing it in the #8 spot for the best Naval Combat Steam Deck games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 24 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 19 positive reviews and 5 negative reviews — making it "Mostly Positive" on Steam.

It is priced at $0.99 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 $0.99
Release Date 7/13/2021
Developer Sub518Game
Publisher Sub518Game
Steam App Id 1674440

9. Great Naval Battles: The Final Fury

Battlestations! All hands prepare for the naval conflict on a truly grand scale! GREAT NAVAL BATTLES: THE FINAL FURY is loaded with enough historical and hypothetical naval conflict to keep players - from casual to connoisseur - busy for hours and hours!

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Great Naval Battles: The Final Fury has achieved a Player Score of 63, placing it in the #9 spot for the best Naval Combat Steam Deck games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 5 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 4 positive reviews and 1 negative reviews — making it "5 user reviews" 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.

Steam Price $9.99
Release Date 12/21/2023
Developers
Publisher SNEG
Steam App Id 2702080

10. King of Seas

King of Seas is an ARPG adventure game set in a nautical pirate world. Embark on an epic adventure across the seven seas where you’ll discover lost islands and treasures, fight rival pirates and menacing monsters, and become the most legendary pirate of all time!

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King of Seas has achieved a Player Score of 57, placing it in the #10 spot for the best Naval Combat Steam Deck games. Its score was calculated by analyzing a total of 684 reviews on Steam. This breaks down to a total of 398 positive reviews and 286 negative reviews — making it "Mixed" on Steam.

It is priced at $24.99 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 $24.99
Release Date 5/25/2021
Developer 3DClouds
Publisher Team17
Steam App Id 1209410

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12/21/2023
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  • Valve Corporation. (2024, May 27). Sail Forth on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2024, May 27). Waves of Steel on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2024, May 28). Sea of Survivors on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2024, March 24). Buccaneers! on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2024, May 24). Frontline: World War II on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2024, May 29). War Thunder on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2024, May 25). Submarine War on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2024, May 29). Great Naval Battles: The Final Fury on Steam. Steam Store.
  • Valve Corporation. (2024, May 27). King of Seas on Steam. Steam Store.

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