Horses of Hoofprint Bay: Steam Deck Setup

Horses of Hoofprint Bay is rated Playable on Steam Deck, not Verified, and the publisher notes it may need some setup. The tips below reflect the artist's personal configuration as relayed by the publisher—use them as a starting point, not a guaranteed fix for every device.

What the Steam Deck rating means

The Steam store page lists the compatibility badge as Playable. It also lists Windows and SteamOS/Linux support; no native Mac version is listed.

Setup tips

These come from the publisher's release FAQ on r/GamesWithHorses, relaying the artist's own configuration:

• Use the WASD+Mouse control scheme layout if it isn't selected automatically (it should be now)
• Manually map the B button to Escape for exiting buildings, screens, and care tools
• Use the arrow buttons for lessons; set torso movement to the back triggers or use the touchscreen
• Switch to Proton Experimental in the game's Steam settings if drag-and-drop doesn't work
• Adjust FPS (60 is suggested) and the in-game VSync setting if you see flickering

With the WASD+Mouse layout, the arrows and left joystick handle movement and A is jump.

Known rough edges

• Capital letters don't work when typing with the onscreen keyboard, per the same FAQ.
• Proper controller support hasn't been added yet. The publisher says it's something they've been wanting to add but haven't managed so far.

Platform outlook

The game launched November 4, 2026 as a finished release with no major content updates planned. Mobile, Mac, and console versions are something the publisher wants to look into but has not confirmed, with no timelines given. See console availability and Mac availability for the latest.