Phantom Blade Zero Patch Boosts Steam Machine Performance to Nearly 60 FPS at 2K, but Steam Deck Still Struggles to Maintain 30 FPS

Phantom Blade Zero has received a notable performance improvement following its latest update, making the action RPG considerably smoother on Steam Machine hardware. According to testing conducted by Steam Deck HQ, the November 4 patch has helped the game reach nearly 60 FPS in previously demanding areas using Medium graphics settings and 2K resolution. However, the improvements have not translated equally across Valve’s hardware. The Steam Deck continues to struggle with demanding encounters and crowded environments, with performance occasionally dropping…