Kuro Games’ open-world action RPG Wuthering Waves is a major milestone, having just marked its first anniversary with the launch of Version 2.3 earlier this week. Not only does the update bring plenty of new material, but it also sees the game launched for the first time on the Steam platform, opening it up to a wider PC gaming community.
The Version 2.3 update, which is called “Fiery Arpeggio of Summer Reunion,” introduces a set of new features and events to celebrate the game’s anniversary.
The Steam launch of the game is a tactical decision to capitalize on the vast user base of the platform. Interestingly, Wuthering Waves features cross-platform progression, allowing players to switch between PC, mobile, and the upcoming PlayStation 5 release without losing any progress. The integration promotes a unified gaming experience across platforms.
Steam Deck Compatibility: Current Status and Developer Response
In the wake of the Steam release, numerous people from the community have asked if the game will support Valve’s portable gaming PC, the Steam Deck. As things stand now, Wuthering Waves is not officially supported on the Steam Deck because of its kernel-level anti-cheat mechanism, which complicates matters in Linux-based systems such as SteamOS.
However, Kuro Games has acknowledged the demand and is actively working to resolve these compatibility issues. An update on the game’s Steam page states: “We’re working to resolve Wuthering Waves’ compatibility with Steam Deck and will share updates in the community.” This indicates a commitment to expanding the game’s accessibility, though no specific timeline has been provided.
Even without official support, a few players have tried to play Wuthering Waves on the Steam Deck through workarounds using third-party applications such as Proton GE and Lutris.
With these issues in mind, players should wait for an official compatibility update from Kuro Games before trying to play Wuthering Waves on the Steam Deck.