Summary
Valve has revealed its most-played games on the Steam Deck handheld device, and the mega-hitsFallout 4andBaldur’s Gate 3both got surpassed by indie darlingStardew Valley. This follows on the heels ofStardew Valleyachieving first place on the Steam Deck for March.
The Steam Deck isn’t the only mobile platform thatStardew Valleyis playable on. The game is also on the Nintendo Switch and mobile devices, giving players plenty of options. However, a big part of the reasonStardew Valleyis leading the charts on the Steam Deck regardless is because the 1.6 update can be played on it, whereas all consoles and mobile devices are still waiting for its launch.
Even taking the 1.6 update into consideration,Stardew Valley’s placement on this chart is impressive. TheFalloutfranchise saw a massive bump in popularity recently due to the release of the Amazon PrimeFalloutTV series, and it shows here, withFallout 3,4,New Vegas, and evenFallout 76all making the top 20 for April, while onlyFallout 4narrowly made the list for March. DespiteFallout 4’s next-gen update, it wasn’t able to surpassStardew Valley.However, between breaking the game’s mods andSteam DeckFallout 4graphics optionsdisappearing with its launch, some players may have avoided it, as well.
Belatro, a roguelike poker-themed game managed to outperformBaldur’s Gate 3,Helldivers 2, andElden Ring, among other major hitters. Rockstar Games sawGTA 5andRed Dead Redemption 2made the list, CD Projekt Red’sCyberpunk 2077andThe Witcher 3made the cut, and a number of indie titles were heavily played, includingThe Binding of Isaac: Rebirth,Hades, andSlay the Spire. The array of games shows that gamers enjoy using the Steam Deck for visually demanding modern AAA games and less graphically complex titles alike.
How Will Steam Deck Game Popularity Shift?
For now, it remains to be seen if there will be a major shakeup of the results for May, but it’s possible.Fallout’s major spike in players was largely thanks toFallout 4’s update and the release of the TV series, which landed on April 25 and April 10, respectively. For the games to rise this far on the list with only a portion of the month contributing to their popularity boost, it’s highly likely that aFalloutgamewill take the crown in May.
However,Baldur’s Gate 3could be a strong competitor in the months to come.Baldur’s Gate 3’s Patch 7is in development and slated to release later this year. The update will add new improved evil path endings, bug fixes, and mod tools, giving players a way to alter the game as they see fit. HowStardew Valleyfares against these AAA titles in the coming months will be revealed in time.
Stardew Valley
WHERE TO PLAY
You’ve inherited your grandfather’s old farm plot in Stardew Valley. Armed with hand-me-down tools and a few coins, you set out to begin your new life. Can you learn to live off the land and turn these overgrown fields into a thriving home? It won’t be easy. Ever since Joja Corporation came to town, the old ways of life have all but disappeared. The community center, once the town’s most vibrant hub of activity, now lies in shambles. But the valley seems full of opportunity. With a little dedication, you might just be the one to restore Stardew Valley to greatness!
