Roguelike games are ideal for portable consoles because their “one more run” nature keeps players coming back for more and enables them to carry the game with them wherever they go. Rogue Legacy 2 is no exception on the Steam Deck. This hard but gratifying indie game by Cellar Door Games mixes demanding 2D platforming and roguelike gameplay with a base-building progression system that makes each new run seem like you’re striving towards something bigger. The addicting gameplay cycle is ideal for short gaming sessions, but it can quickly devour hours of your time when you say “just one more run.”
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9. Elden Ring
Elden Ring and the Steam Deck have been a perfect match since their respective releases. Not only did Elden Ring launch on the same day as the Steam Deck, but the handheld device is also one of the best platforms on which to experience what many consider to be the game of the year for 2022. Elden Ring runs exceptionally well on the Steam Deck and, in some cases, even performs better than the PC and console versions thanks to Proton’s shader compilation functions. The stuttering issues present in the PC and console versions of the game are completely absent on the Steam Deck, resulting in a smooth and seamless experience. The ability to take the vast world of The Lands Between with you on the go is one of the greatest selling points of the Steam Deck.
10. Cult of the Lamb
Cult of the Lamb, developed by Massive Monster, is one of the finest indie games of 2022 because of its fascinating dungeon-crawler features and addictive base-building gameplay loop starring a cult of murderous forest creatures. Because of its short-burst rogue-lite gameplay and engaging base-building features that enable people to quickly play in short bursts, the game is well-suited for the Steam Deck. Cult of the Lamb also works nicely on the Steam Deck, and its 2.5D visual style is effective in conserving the device’s battery life. Players may keep expanding their cult and manipulating followers wherever they go.
