Oliver Stogden
Game industry critic and reviewer
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Steam Deck HQLatest Reviews
Sid Meier's Civilization VII is a good game at its core, but UI issues currently hold it back. It does run fantastically well on the Steam Deck.
Sid Meier's Civilization VII is a good game at its core, but UI issues currently hold it back. It does run fantastically well on the Steam Deck.
Wanderstop is a relaxing and yet deep experience exploring change. Interesting gameplay mechanics and good performance on the Steam Deck make this one to watch.
Knights in Tight Spaces is an accomplished tactical deckbuilder that rewards skill and strategy. It also plays well on the Steam Deck.
Afterlove EP is a decent visual novel with some dating sim elements, but pacing issues keep it from being great. It runs perfectly on Steam Deck.
Hello Kitty Island Adventure is a fantastic title for children, and adults will probably enjoy their time with it too. Plus it runs great on the Steam Deck.
Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O. has a solid combat system, marred by poor netcode in a primarily online game. It does run well on Steam Deck though.
Citizen Sleeper 2 didn't really hold my attention, but the game does run well on Steam Deck aside from a couple of issues.
Tails of Iron 2: Whiskers of Winter is a brutal tale that feels like it came straight out of a storybook. From its visual style to its excellent narration, right down to its cast of characters, the developers didn't hold back from certain actions if they thought it served the story well to take them, and that's a great thing. I can wholeheartedly recommend that you try Tails of Iron 2 when you can. Tails of Iron 2: Whiskers of Winter also runs great on the Steam Deck, with excellent controls, a smooth 60 FPS experience, and great battery life. There isn't much you can say against it, so don't worry about playing this one on the go.
Ender Magnolia is a fun and challenging Metroidvania that is a must-play for fans of the genre, and it's a joy to play on the Steam Deck.