Escape from Duckov needs a keyboard and mouse: the launch FAQ says controllers are not supported, and no patch through 2.3.30 has added controller support. Valve rates it Playable on Steam Deck, and it is sold for Windows and macOS only; no PlayStation, Xbox or Switch version has been announced in the official Steam announcements.
Steam Deck
Valve’s compatibility test lists these issues:
- The default controller configuration does not fully work, so map the controls yourself.
- On-screen glyphs do not match the Deck’s buttons.
- Text input does not open the on-screen keyboard automatically.
- Some interface text is hard to read on the small screen.
Valve marks the default graphics configuration as performant on Deck.
Mac
The game is on Steam and the Mac App Store for macOS. Mac saves are in ~/Library/Application Support/TeamSoda/Duckov/. In October 2025 a cloud-save setting caused some Mac save losses; the developers asked Mac players to copy that folder somewhere safe, let Steam finish syncing, then copy it back.
PC requirements
| Minimum | Recommended | |
|---|---|---|
| OS | Windows 10, 64-bit | Windows 10, 64-bit |
| CPU | Intel Core i7-9700 or AMD Ryzen 5 5600 | AMD Ryzen 7 5700 or Intel Core i7-9700 |
| RAM | 8 GB | 16 GB |
| GPU | GeForce GTX 1060 or Radeon RX 6500 XT | GeForce 2060 or Radeon RX 6600 |
| Storage | 16 GB | 16 GB |
The Steam page now also lists Snapdragon X with Adreno X1 graphics in the minimum requirements.
Display problems from the patch notes
- High refresh-rate monitors can make game time run slowly; turn off V-Sync (update 1.0.18).
- If the image looks blurry, turn off FSR (update 1.0.23).
- For frame drops, the developers suggest disabling V-Sync and capping frames at 60 to 90.
- A motion sickness-friendly mode removes camera movement (update 1.0.21).
Consoles
In September 2025 the developers said controller and console versions need significant work because the game was designed for keyboard and mouse, and that they would evaluate them after launch. No console release has been announced since.
Sources
- Escape from Duckov launch FAQ (Steam)Controller not supported; platforms; system requirements.
- Dev Diary: Release Date Announced (Steam)Controller and console support not at launch.
- Steam Deck compatibility report (Steam)Playable rating and test notes.
- Mac Save File Issue Explanation (Steam)Mac save path and cloud sync steps.
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