The also mentioned that it will support SteamOS specifically, which I would assume means that the Deck will be specifically supported.
Sid Meier's Civilization 7 Specs Were Released And It Should Run on Steam Deck - Steam Deck HQ
steamdeckhq.comThe PC specs for Sid Meier's Civilization 7 were released, and it shows some promise for Steam Deck playability.
I think that’s a fair point, and also it’s cool that they want to try to be sensitive to a group that’s historically gotten the raw end of the deal much of the time.
It’s small progress, but better than business as usual.