The new puzzle-adventure title "Professor Layton and the New World of Steam" is confirmed for release on December 9. The Steam store page indicates support for touch controls, allowing Steam Deck users to operate via the device's touchscreen.
However, touch support does not equate to full device compatibility certification. As of the latest updates, Valve has not yet assigned an official compatibility rating such as "Verified" for this title, and its performance on Steam Deck remains unclear.
In this installment, Professor Layton and Luke travel to a new world shaped by steam technology. The story takes place in "Steam Bison," a town that emerged after the end of the American Wild West era. Thanks to the rapid development of steam technology, it has become a city of invention, where a series of mysterious events draw the two protagonists into a new investigation.
According to the official description, the Professor Layton series centers around puzzles and fantasy adventures, with cumulative sales exceeding 20 million copies. Specific details regarding platform version differences, regional pricing, and supported languages have not yet been disclosed.