Four nerds talk about Steam Deck, Valve, Linux and more
I had the absolute pleasure of a very long and relaxed chat with some other Linux content creators: Nick from The Linux Experiment, Jason from Forbes / Linux4Everyone and Gardiner Bryant.
Category: Steam Deck
Windows drivers roll out for Steam Deck but Valve won't support it
Out of the box, the Steam Deck comes with SteamOS 3 Linux and overall apart from early quirks and bugs it does work very well but they're now providing Windows drivers — with a big caveat.
Here's how to get the EA App on Steam Deck with Bottles
Another guide for you today. For those of you who want to use the EA App on the Steam Deck (or a Linux desktop!), here's one of the possible ways to do it using Bottles.
There's already over 1,200 titles either Verified or Playable for Steam Deck
While there are issues with the Deck Verified system, Valve continues on noting down more titles as being either Deck Verified or Playable.
Core Keeper is a great blending of Minecraft, Terraria and more
Possibly one of the best starts for a game I've seen in Early Access for some time, Core Keeper seems like an absolute delight so far.
Steam Deck software updated with lots of controller configuration fixes
Valve continue working quickly to fix up issues that are flowing in against the Steam Deck software, with a new update out now and ready to download onto your Deck.
Apex Legends gets Steam Deck Verified
The day we've all been waiting for right? Apex Legends from Respawn and EA has now been officially Steam Deck Verified.
An update on installing Epic Games on Steam Deck, plus accessing the SD Card
This is a short update to my previous guide on installing the Epic Games store on the Steam Deck using Proton, plus how to enable access to an SD Card.
Steam Deck update brings an FPS-only mode for the overlay
Valve has release the latest client update for the Steam Deck and it brings a highly requested feature.
How Valve Can Make the Deck Verified Program Better
Software developer and game porter Ethan Lee gives his thoughts on the Steam Deck and the Deck Verified program.
ProtonUp-Qt got upgraded, here's how to use it on Steam Deck and Linux
ProtonUp-Qt is a very helpful application that can help you install extra compatibility layers on Linux and Steam Deck.
Albion Online now testing gamepad support and ready for Steam Deck
If you need another MMO fix in your life, Albion Online is pretty good and has a lot of players. It's available as a direct standalone download and on Steam. Looks like it might end up quite good on the Steam Deck.
The itch.io app works on a Steam Deck
Do you own a lot of games on itch.io? I do, and a huge amount more from past charity bundles I've yet to go and claim so maybe the Steam Deck will help me and you get through them all.
Starting this Summer, iFixit will offer Steam Deck replacement parts
Even though Valve thinks you shouldn't open up your Steam Deck, and they would prefer a professional do it, they will still offer parts through iFixit.
Dorfromantik gets controller upgrades for the Steam Deck
Dorfromantik is a ridiculously popular peaceful building strategy and puzzle game and now it should work a little better on the Steam Deck.
Here's how to transfer files from your PC to a Steam Deck
Want to transfer files to and from your PC to a Steam Deck? It's easy and here's how you can do it in a few minutes.
Steam Deck had an update fixing Steam Cloud conflicts, Steam Input improvements
With the Steam Deck now out in the wild, there's a lot more people finding issues and so Valve are moving quickly to get as many quirks fixed as possible. A new system update rolled out late last night.
DXVK v1.10 and VKD3D-Proton v2.6 out improving Proton for Linux and Steam Deck
Two vital open source projects for the Steam Deck had new releases today, with the DXVK and VKD3D-Proton layers that translate Direct3D / DirectX to Vulkan.
Valve open sources SteamOS Devkit Client for Steam Deck
Want to develop for the Steam Deck / SteamOS and get testing? Now it's a whole lot easier, as Valve has now put up the tools needed under open source licenses.
XCOM 2's multiplayer being removed but will still work on Linux and Steam Deck
XCOM 2 developer Firaxis Games has announced that the multiplayer modes are going to be shut down, if you're using the Windows version that is.
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