The Thing: Remastered is coming sometime soon from Nightdive Studios and it seems it will run nicely on your favourite handheld, as it's now Steam Deck Verified. Good news for Desktop Linux players too then!
Read the full article here: https://www.gamingonlinux.com/2024/11/the-thing-remastered-gets-steam-deck-verified-ahead-of-release-check-out-the-new-trailer