Horizon Forbidden West Complete Edition Lands on Steam Deck: A New Era of Gaming Compatibility

Discover the arrival of Horizon Forbidden West Complete Edition on Steam and its compatibility with the Steam Deck. Explore the latest updates and optimizations enhancing the gaming experience.
Horizon Forbidden West Complete Edition Lands on Steam Deck: A New Era of Gaming Compatibility

Horizon Forbidden West Complete Edition Lands on Steam Deck

The highly anticipated Horizon Forbidden West Complete Edition has made its grand entrance onto the Steam platform, much to the delight of gaming enthusiasts. What’s even more exciting is that this edition is fully compatible with Linux Desktop and the revolutionary Steam Deck. In their official release statement, the developers expressed their commitment to ongoing optimizations aimed at enhancing compatibility for handheld PC gaming devices. This dedication raises hopes for an even smoother gaming experience on the Steam Deck in the near future.

As part of their continuous efforts to elevate the gaming experience, the developers are diligently working on integrating AMD FidelityFX Super Resolution (FSR) 3, which includes Frame Generation, into a forthcoming update. This technological advancement promises to further enhance the visual quality and performance of Horizon Forbidden West on supported platforms.

“We will continue to make optimizations to improve compatibility on handheld PC gaming devices”

Recent updates from Valve have brought enhancements to both Proton Experimental and Proton Hotfix. While details regarding the changes in Proton Hotfix are yet to be officially announced, observations indicate that Valve has selected Proton Hotfix as the default option for Steam Deck. This strategic decision suggests that Proton Hotfix likely incorporates crucial adjustments essential for optimizing the gaming experience on this platform.

Horizon Forbidden West Steam Deck screenshot Horizon Forbidden West Steam Deck Screenshot

Excitement abounds as Horizon Forbidden West joins the ranks of successful releases made possible by Proton compatibility. Initial gameplay experiences reveal a commendable performance, with early gameplay segments achieving a stable frame rate of around 30FPS. However, seasoned gamers understand the potential performance challenges that may arise in more demanding areas, reminiscent of the issues encountered in the original game.

For those eager to embark on this thrilling adventure, Horizon Forbidden West Complete Edition is available for purchase from reputable sources such as the Humble Store and Steam.

This article was sourced from GamingOnLinux.com.


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