Steam Deck

Final Fantasy XIV Steam Deck Performance (2026)

Steam Deck Verified — settings tips and what to expect on handheld.

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Deck ratingSteam Deck Verified
What to expectVerified MMO favorite — great for hunts and casual content on Deck.
Recommended PC GPURTX 3060 / RX 6600

Suggested approach on Steam Deck

  • Minimum for raids if CPU-bound in alliance content
  • SSD for large expansions
  • Lower shadow/LOD in cities
  • Use a 30 or 40 FPS refresh cap for battery and thermals when needed.

FAQ — Final Fantasy XIV on Steam Deck

Does Final Fantasy XIV run on Steam Deck?

Yes — Steam Deck Verified and one of the best MMOs on handheld.

Best settings for Final Fantasy XIV on PC?

Start with Medium presets, lower shadows/effects first, and use FSR/DLSS if available. Cap FPS to your display for smoother framing.