Steam Deck gets a 'Laser Pointer' Gyro mode, plus more desktop and SteamVR work
Valve released some more Steam Deck Beta Client updates recently, one of them including an interesting new Gyro mode so here's all the details on what's new.
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Proton Experimental updated for Tony Hawk's, Halo Infinite, Resident Evil 4 Separate Ways
A freshly brewed Proton Experimental release just went out today which includes a bunch of fixes for various games. Here's your usual run over what's improved for Steam Deck / Linux desktop.
Valve dropped Counter-Strike 2 support on macOS and older hardware
With the release of Counter-Strike 2, it seems Valve are continuing to move away from macOS support just like they did with SteamVR. Thankfully, Valve are still investing in Linux and CS2 is supported on Linux.
After over 80 weeks the Steam Deck leaves the top 10 global sellers on Steam
At one point it seemed like there was just no stopping the Steam Deck but now it seems after being available for 1 year and around 8 months or so, the Steam Deck has started to move down the top sellers on Steam.
SteamOS 3.4.11 for Steam Deck released with a Firmware upgrade
Just before the weekend hit Valve released SteamOS 3.4.11, which brings with it the Firmware 116 update that was previously only in the in-preview SteamOS 3.5.
Proton 8.0-4 brings more game support to Steam Deck and desktop Linux
Clear your plans for the weekend, as Proton 8.0-4 is now officially available bringing improved game support for Steam Deck and normal desktop Linux. Here's all the latest on what's changed.
Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 1+2 Gets A Steam Deck Badge and Proton Hotfix
Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 1+2 recently dropped on Steam this week and in our opinion it's an incredible game, with Valve fixing up the multiplayer now in Proton Hotfix.
Valve fix up more SteamVR 2.0 Beta issues
After once again making it safe to take off your headset, Valve put up another SteamVR 2.0 Beta update focused on fixing up more problems and hopefully making it work better.
We may see a Steam Deck refresh with WiFi 6E
While we know that Valve have said repeatedly not to expect a faster Steam Deck 2 any time soon, it appears they may still be doing some kind of refreshed Steam Deck.
Steam Beta and VR updated, 'it's now safe to take off your headset' - Valve
Valve has pushed out more Steam Client Beta and SteamVR updates, along with a funny note about the SteamVR update for a bit of a woops in the UI.
September 2023 Steam Survey: macOS and Linux dip but Linux remains above macOS
The Steam Hardware & Software Survey for September 2023 is out now and shows that both macOS and Linux have dipped down, although Linux still remains above macOS.
Proton Experimental adds fixes for Crysis 2 & 3, Starfield, Deep Rock Galactic and more
A nice update for Proton Experimental from Valve landed September 29th with a good amount of fixes for games on Steam Deck and desktop Linux.
EU court upholds fine against Valve for geo-blocking
Back in 2019 the EU went after Valve and select publishers on Steam for geo-blocking, Valve tried fighting the fine but the EU Court dismissed it so it's likely Valve will now have to pay up.
Counter-Strike 2 is out now with Linux support
Counter-Strike 2 from Valve is now officially out and comes with Native Linux support, so it's time to say goodbye to Global Offensive as it has been replaced.
SteamVR 2.0 Beta released with a big UI overhaul
Valve have now released a Beta for SteamVR 2.0, which brings with it a much needed overhaul to the interface along with lots of new features.
Microsoft - keep your filthy hands off Valve, leak shows MSFT would buy Valve
Well, that's certainly an article title isn't it. But I mean it. Microsoft, don't you dare touch Valve. You're fat enough already and too big as it is.
Steam Deck and SteamOS are great for Linux as a whole - Open Source Summit Europe 2023
At the recent Open Source Summit Europe 2023, Alberto Garcia a software engineer at Igalia did a talk covering Valve, Steam Deck, SteamOS and how it all helps Linux as a whole.
Valve overhauled Steam Deck 'As Mouse' Gyro option in new Beta
Even though Valve only just recently put SteamOS 3.5 into preview for Steam Deck, they're not done with improvements elsewhere with a new Beta Client release doing a bit of a Gyro overhaul to the Mouse mode.
Steam Deck a 'stable target for a couple years' so no Steam Deck 2 for a while
Recently at the Tokyo Game Show Valve developer Pierre-Loup Griffais spoke to CNBC about PC gaming and Steam Deck, here's what was said during the interview.
We may see Counter-Strike 2 release next week
Are you ready for the next generation competitive FPS from Valve? Well, next week you might be able to jump into Counter-Strike 2.
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