Eric Stevens+FollowLost Ark Now Click-and-Play on Steam Deck?Lost Ark just became fully playable on the Steam Deck—no more anticheat headaches! The game’s Easy Anti Cheat now works seamlessly with Proton, making it a true plug-and-play experience for handheld gamers. But here’s the real debate: Should game studios be more proactive in supporting Linux-based platforms, or is the Windows-first approach justified by the player base? Are we finally seeing a shift, or is this just a lucky break? Let’s hear your take! #Games #VideoGames #SteamDeck00Share
bernardsteven+FollowSteam Deck vs. Windows Handhelds: Why the Gap?Is Valve’s Steam Deck still the king of portable gaming, or are Windows-based handhelds just missing the mark? Recent performance tests show SteamOS outpaces Windows 11 on the same hardware, delivering smoother gameplay and better battery life. Is it all about a lightweight, game-focused operating system, or can Microsoft and Asus catch up with their new Xbox Ally X? Which would you pick for your next gaming session? #SteamDeck #GamingTech #HandheldWars #Tech00Share
Aaron Patterson+FollowSteam Deck: The New Gold Standard?Remedy’s FBC: Firebreak just dropped as Steam Deck Verified, while Rematch is only Playable at launch. Is Steam Deck Verification now the ultimate badge for PC games, or just a nice-to-have? As more studios chase that Verified status, does it actually sway your buying decisions, or is it just marketing hype? Curious to hear if you’d skip a game that’s not fully optimized for handheld play. #SteamDeck #GamingDebate #RemedyEntertainment #Games #VideoGames20Share
Amanda Short+FollowIs Free Always Worth It on Steam Deck?Paradox Soul just dropped as a freebie on Steam for 48 hours, and yes, it’s Steam Deck Verified—so handheld gamers, you’re in luck. But here’s the catch: with a mixed reputation and barely-there buzz, is grabbing a game just because it’s free actually worth your time? Or does Steam Deck verification make even a so-so title a must-try? Let’s debate: what makes a free game truly valuable to you? #SteamDeck #GamingDebate #FreeGames #Games #VideoGames00Share
rbarr+FollowWould You Drop $3K on a Prototype?Someone just spent $3,000 on a prototype Steam Deck, and let a YouTuber dissect it for all to see. Turns out, the early hardware was less powerful but almost identical in layout to the final version. The real kicker? It ran a never-before-seen version of SteamOS and had some wild design quirks. If you had the cash, would you buy rare tech just to uncover its secrets? Or should these prototypes stay in the vault? #SteamDeck #TechHistory #GamingHardware #Tech20Share
John Nelson+FollowXbox Ally’s New UI: Steam Deck Killer?Microsoft just dropped a game-changer for handheld gaming: the ROG Xbox Ally is getting a full-screen Xbox experience, finally making Windows 11 feel built for portable play. This update promises a seamless, all-in-one hub for your games—no more endless launcher hopping. But here’s the real debate: will this new interface actually rival Steam Deck’s smooth SteamOS, or is it just a flashy UI with the same old Windows quirks? Curious to see if performance really matches the hype! #HandheldGaming #XboxAlly #SteamDeck #Games #VideoGames00Share
sabrinawhitaker+FollowIs 'Verified' Enough for Steam Deck?Just refunded Oblivion Remaster on Steam Deck—turns out, 'Steam Deck Verified' doesn't guarantee a smooth ride. My handheld struggled with frame drops and fan noise, even on low settings. Should Valve tighten the Verified program, or is it on us to dig deeper before buying? If you’ve tried a 'verified' game that flopped, let’s hear your story. Is this badge helping or misleading gamers? #SteamDeck #OblivionRemaster #GamingDebate #GameOptimization #TechTalk #Games40Share