Hey everyone!
I’m Darenn, the solo dev behind Dawnfolk, a quirky arcade strategy builder. And guess what? The game runs [b]perfectly[/b] on the Steam Deck.
No tweaking, no weird workarounds. Just install and play. Let’s go over why it's such a great fit for the Deck! Definitely check out the video below if you can, otherwise read more below.
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[*] [b]Full Input Compatibility[/b] – Works seamlessly with the Steam Deck’s controls. Just pick it up and play!
[*] [b]Optimized Controls[/b] – Surprisingly for a strategy game, Dawnfolk was designed with gamepads and handhelds in mind. Controls feel natural and responsive. You can move with either the analog stick or D-pad and handle everything else effortlessly with the other buttons.
[*][b]Docked Mode Support[/b] – Want to play on the big screen? No problem. Connect a Bluetooth controller or keyboard and enjoy it docked.
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[*] [b]Big and Readable Text & Icons[/b] – No squinting required. The UI is designed to be crystal clear and easy to read on the Steam Deck’s screen.
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[*][b]Battery Life[/b] – Optimized for long sessions on the go. Expect [b]6h30 at 60 FPS[/b] and up to [b]8h30 at 30 FPS [/b]on the OLED model.
[*][b]Smooth FPS Performance [/b]– Stable and fluid gameplay: 60 FPS on the LCD version, [b]90 FPS on the OLED.[/b]
[*] [b]Steam Cloud Saves[/b] – Seamlessly switch between PC and Steam Deck without losing progress. No extra setup needed!
[*] [b]Native Steam Deck Compatibility[/b] – Runs natively on Steam Deck (Linux) with [b]zero tweaks required[/b]. Just install and play.
[*] [b]Quick Resume & Suspend Support[/b] – Pause anytime with the Steam menu and pick up exactly where you left off—no crashes, no issues, just smooth gaming.
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So yeah, [b]Dawnfolk is 100% Steam Deck ready![/b] Whether you play handheld, docked, or switch between PC and Deck, it's smooth sailing all the way.
Dawnfolk launches on [b]February 13th[/b], so if you’re looking for a chill yet engaging strategy builder that plays great on the Deck, wishlist it on Steam!
Thanks for reading, and I hope you have fun bringing light back to the world!
- Darenn