Greetings, exterminators!
We have a quick update for you this week. Survive the Swarm runs great on Steam Deck and we're actively working toward full compatibility.
The game is not yet fully Steam Deck Verified but the demo performs smoothly. Gameplay, controls, and performance are all solid. The biggest issue we've noticed so far is that some in-game text appears a little small on Deck. UI improvements are currently in progress to make everything more readable.
Controller Support
Accessibility has been a key focus for us throughout development. We want Survive the Swarm to be enjoyable for as many players as possible, including those who rely on controller support to play comfortably.
This style of gameplay suits gamepads particularly well and the experience feels right at home on handheld devices like the Steam Deck. The game offers full controller support with a smooth and responsive feel whether you're playing on a handheld, at a desk, or from the couch.
What to Expect Right Now
Full controller support
Smooth performance at 60fps
Mostly clean interface, though some in-game text appears small on Deck and the Achievements screen currently cannot be navigated properly with a gamepad (UI updates are in progress)
We’ll continue testing and refining the experience as we get closer to full release. Our goal is to ensure Survive the Swarm feels just as good on a handheld as it does on a monitor.
If you're trying out the demo during Steam Next Fest, we’d love to hear how it's running for you. Share your thoughts in the Steam Discussions forum or over on Discord!
— The Survive the Swarm Team