PSA: Star Wars Outlaws doesn’t work on Steam Deck (yet), but it’s great on ROG Ally and Legion Go

Currently, Star Wars Outlaws is only playable on Windows 11 gaming handhelds like ROG Ally and Legion Go. It doesn’t work on Steam Deck.

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WhileStar Wars Outlaws PC system requirementsaren’t insane, they are a bit heftier than some other recently released PC titles. Because of this, I was curious to see how wellUbisoftand Massive Entertainment’s new open-world RPG handled ongaming handheldssuch asSteam Deck,Legion Go, andROG Ally.

After spending time playing (or attempting to play)Star Wars Outlawson each of these devices, I can say that the game really only runs on ROG Ally,ROG Ally X, and Legion Go. There are currently multiple issues preventing it from being playable on Steam Deck. That said, if you want to play on ROG Ally or Legion Go, you’ll need to adjust settings to get it to run as smoothly as possible. Let’s go over what settings you need to adjust.

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Best Star Wars Outlaws settings on ROG Ally and Legion Go

I spent several hours playing Star Wars Outlaws on my ROG Ally X and Legion Go. The game can get pretty choppy at times, which is why it’s best to leave ray tracing off or as low as possible. Most graphics settings will need to be on their lowest settings as well.

Even then, the game won’t run 100% smoothly, but it can be playable. To increase performance, it’s best to do the following:

Best ROG Ally or Legion Go system settings

Best in-game graphics settings for ROG Ally and Legion Go

What does Star Wars Outlaws look like on ROG Ally and Legion Go?

⬆️Look at the above gallery to see screenshots taken on ROG Ally X.⬆️

At the time of writing, I’ve spent over eight hours playing Star Wars Outlaws on my ROG Ally X. As usual, this 3D video game won’t look as good on ROG Ally, ROG Ally X, and Legion Go as it does on a powerful gaming laptop or gaming desktop. However, it looks good overall on these Windows 11 handhelds. Textures render decently, and pop-in isn’t too bad. Choppiness can be an issue, but can be reduced with the right settings.

Star Wars Outlaws on Steam Deck

⚠️ As of right now, Star Wars Outlaws does not run on Steam Deck. ⚠️

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Since the PC version of Star Wars Outlaws isn’t onSteam(only onUbisoft Connect), players currently have to find a workaround to install Ubisoft’s game on Steam Deck. I attempted various methods, including using an open-source launcher plugin calledDecky Loader.

However, even after I got the game installed on my Deck and booted it up, the program didn’t support Steam Deck controller. What’s more, while I can open to Outlaws’s opening menu, the game always crashes if I attempt to actually start it.

Now, it’s possible that a Steam Deck fix could be coming down the line, but since this isn’t a Steam title, it isn’t guaranteed. In case that changes or in case you want to attempt it yourself, here are some guides I’ve written onhow to install Decky Loader on Steam Deckas well ashow to install Ubisoft Connect on Steam Deck using Decky Loader.

Star Wars Outlaws on Steam Deck warning

When playing on Steam Deck, a Warning notice will appear after starting Star Wars Outlaws. It reads:

WARNING The game is currently installed on a mechanical hard drive which might result in unexpected and unwanted issues (streaming issues, low resolution textures…). It is recommended to install Star Wars Outlaws on an SSD.

You can bypass this notice by tapping on the Continue button with your finger. But once again, even at lowest possible settings, the game will crash if you attempt to run it on Steam Deck.

Star Wars Outlaws gaming handheld FAQ

Is Star Wars Outlaws on Steam?

No. The PC version of Star Wars Outlaws is currently only available on Ubisoft Connect.

Is Star Wars Outlaws Steam Deck verified?

No. Since Star Wars Outlaws isn’t on Steam to begin with, it isn’t Steam Deck verified. What’s more, workarounds can get the game installed on Steam Deck, but Outlaws will crash if you attempt to play it.

Will Star Wars Outlaws come to Steam at a later date?

It’s best not to count on Star Wars Outlaws coming to Steam down the road. Obviously, previous Ubisoft PC games have released on Steam, but the company seems to be pushing its own Ubisoft Connect digital distribution service and game launcher app these days. As such, it’s very possible that Star Wars Outlaws will never come to Steam.

Can I play Star Wars Outlaws on Steam Deck, ROG Ally, and Legion Go?

No, yes, and yes. Currently, Star Wars Outlaws does not work on Steam Deck. Even when using various workarounds to get the game installed on the handheld, the game will crash if it attempts to start a game on Steam Deck. Additionally, it seems the Steam Deck controller isn’t supported on Ubisoft Connect.

However, Star Wars Outlaws runs very nicely on the more powerful ROG Ally, ROG Ally X, and Legion Go Windows 11 gaming handhelds. You’ll just want to adjust settings to get it running at its best.

What is the best gaming handheld to play Star Wars Outlaws on?

To get the best experience, you should play Star Wars Outlaws on either the AMD Z1 Extreme ROG Ally or ROG Ally X. These devices are more powerful than Steam Deck and can actually install Ubisoft Connect locally. Legion Go is also a good alternative. However, since it doesn’t support vertical refresh rate (VRR) like ROG Ally does, Outlaws will be a bit choppier on Lenovo’s handheld.

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Ever since I got my Steam Deck, I’ve mostly only wanted to play my PC games with a gaming handheld. Since Valve released its system, I’ve been able to get an ROG Ally, ROG Ally X, and a Legion Go as well, and I find that each of these devices has its uses. More often than not, I find myself playing PC games in bed with one of these three systems before going to sleep. It makes for very convenient and comfortable gaming.

Of these three, my favorite device to play Star Wars Outlaws on is the AMD Z1 Extreme ROG Ally or ROG Ally X. I was easily able to download Ubisoft Connect right on the system, and it’s far more powerful than Steam Deck anyway. Additionally, since ASUS’s handhelds support VRR, they reduce screen tearing better than Legion Go does.

Self-professed gaming geek, Rebecca Spear, is one of Windows Central’s editors and reviewers with a focus on gaming handhelds, PC gaming, and laptops. When she isn’t checking out the latest games on Xbox Game Pass, PC, ROG Ally, or Steam Deck; she can be found digital drawing with a Wacom tablet. She’s written thousands of articles with everything from editorials, reviews, previews, features, previews, and hardware reviews over the last few years. If you need information about anything gaming-related, her articles can help you out. She also loves testing game accessories and any new tech on the market. You can follow her@rrspearon X (formerly Twitter).