Is Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 Finally Playable on Steam Deck?

Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 is fantastic on PlayStation 5 and PC, but owners of the Steam Deck have been eagerly anticipating a proper patch for their handheld device. Although the game has been “verified” by Steam multiple times, players frequently encountered choppy cutscenes and less-than-optimal performance. Despite the skepticism towards the “verified” label, a new update may sway opinions.

As reported by Gaming on Linux, the recent update for Insomniac’s open-world superhero game is primarily focused on enhancing performance for the Steam Deck. This includes tailored optimizations to ensure compatibility and a default graphics setting specifically designed for smoother operation on the handheld device. Here’s hoping that this improvement will allow players to navigate the Sandman cold open without experiencing any lags or stutters.

Here are the patch notes for the latest Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 Steam Deck update:

  • Various performance optimizations related to Steam Deck.
  • Performance optimizations for Venom and Symbiotes sections when Level of Detail is set to Medium or lower.
  • Fixed a bug that prevented players from selecting certain items from the Legend menu on the map when using a mouse.
  • Various stability improvements.

Many players had lost faith that this superhero game would run smoothly on Steam Deck, with some choosing to either wait for an update or a more powerful handheld PC version. Remarkably, the team at Nixxes continues to develop the game to enhance its compatibility with Valve’s portable device. Although it may seem outdated, such dedication is always valued.

You likely won’t be able to play Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 at over 30 frames per second (FPS) on Steam Deck, but it’s still a decent improvement. Despite high expectations due to the first game’s performance on Deck, both games originate from different console generations. However, the ongoing adjustments might have eventually made the sequel playable on Valve’s portable gaming system.

Ultimately, enthusiasts will need to personally take their Steam Deck and try out Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 to determine whether it meets the set standards.

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2025-05-10 12:48