It seems that the recent release of Overwatch 2 on Steam Deck has been met with mixed reviews, with players encountering significant control issues that make the game unplayable. Despite not being officially marked as “verified” or “playable” by Blizzard, players have reported encountering a glitch where the controls cut out during matches, rendering them unable to move or play properly. This issue has led to frustration among players and contributed to the game’s negative reception on the platform.
While Overwatch 2 is graphically functional on Steam Deck, running at 1280×800 resolution and 60 FPS, and the controls are relatively smooth, the control glitch is a major hindrance to gameplay. The glitch seems to primarily affect online PvP matches, causing players to lose control of their characters and even be kicked from matches due to inactivity. Training mode is reportedly unaffected by this issue.
Other aspects of the game, such as graphics, controls, and sound, seem to be functional on Steam Deck. The handheld’s speakers are adequate for relaying in-game sounds, and the battery life is in line with the device’s estimations.
Ultimately, the control glitch appears to be the main factor preventing Overwatch 2 from being a playable experience on Steam Deck. Until Blizzard addresses and resolves this issue, players may find the game unenjoyable and frustrating to play on this platform.
