Originally posted by Laura:

So Steam Deck verification is a BIG LIE. If it wasnt verified I wouldnt have bought it and honestly I shouldnt have since the Steam Deck is the only game device I have at my disposal now.

Please try uninstalling/reinstalling on your Steam Deck. Use the OpenGL (not Vulkan) drivers. If you continue having problems, try joining our discord at https://discord.gg/valheim and we'll help trouble shoot your situation.