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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.
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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.
Fan game Sonic Robo Blast 2 gets a new tutorial, various improvements
Are you a Sonic fan and love checking out fan games? What about a 3D game made with the Doom Legacy port of Doom?
Budgie 10.6 is out now and looking fresh
The Linux desktop Budgie 10.6 is out now, as the first release under the new Buddies Of Budgie organization and it's really looking good.
Heroic Games Launcher gets closer to a Flathub release
Heroic Games Launcher is a great multi-platform alternative client for Epic Games and GOG, which helps get your games working on Linux and Steam Deck and a new release is out with version 2.2.2.
Heroes of Might and Magic II reimplementation 'fheroes2' gets some nice AI upgrades
If you want to play the classic Heroes of Might and Magic II on Steam Deck and Linux with a more up to date game engine, that includes plenty of enhancements you should look to fheroes2.
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.
itch.io has another huge charity bundle, this one supports Ukraine
Game store itch.io has put up another massive charity bundle, and it's your chance to get a ton of games plus funds go on to support Ukraine.
Linux sticks above 1% still on the Steam Hardware Survey
After a few days delay, the Steam Hardware Survey has now been updated with the latest numbers and Linux is still just about holding above 1%.
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.
Silly physics co-op platformer Super Bunny Man might be worth a look
I had honestly never heard of Super Bunny Man until a reader emailed it in but it seems quite popular, one of those games to have a proper laugh with a friend as you fail together.
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.
Imagination Technologies bringing open source PowerVR drivers
Well well, open source continues to grow, good! Imagination Technologies will be joining up with all the rest involved in Mesa development, with their PowerVR GPUs.
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.
Get some Boomer Shooters in the latest Humble Bundle
Ready for some retro shooter action? Humble has a mighty fine Best of Boomer Shooters Bundle available now.
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