Everything you should know about Valve's Steam Deck

[@rajgill7576]

This is game changing for lite gamers that want to test the PC gaming waters. For $400 you can get a machine more powerful than ps4 hardware, and its portable. For a little more, you can get a large micro SD card and get gaming. Best of all, unlike EVERY other portable today, it does not throttle power when in handheld. Laptops and even the switch run slower if not plugged into power/docked. This does not. Good graphics all the time.

[@TheTaxxor]

Yes it doesn't throttle power when in handheld, but you could also say it like they throttled it from the start so it doesn't use the additional power when docked. The APU would probably be fine running 20-25W when docked if they designed the cooling that way, making it possible to run 1080p in docked mode with the same performance as 800p in handheld. I'm curious if you could just use Ryzen Controller on the Steam Deck to change the TDP above 15W manually.

[@erikreider]

@@TheTaxxor you can overclock it in Linux ;)

[@TheTaxxor]

@@erikreider That's what I hoped to hear^^ In fact, we know you can control TDP and clockspeeds through the SDs UI but I don't know if you can just go from 5W to 15W or if you're allowed to go higher if you want. Doing this directly in the UI would be a great usability benefit.

[@orctrihar]

Years later, getting tired of console, the steam deck is my goal

[@hueypautonoman]

The people who liked Steam controllers and Steam Links still have them and use them, so the fact that they might have been a financial flop for Valve doesn't hurt users. The same will be true of the Steam Deck. Years after Valve stops supporting it, gamers will still be hacking them, running emulators and doing whatever they want with them. That's the benefit of an open system.

[@BuriBuster]

Another note, steam link and steam controllers are still receiving updates.

[@jynxce]

@@BuriBuster That's the key: Their hardware is still updated and still in use today. Some just love to throw shade from those far reaches the internet. Console makers like Nintendo has had countless gimmick hardware failures (Virtua Boy, Wii U, $70+ cardboard, etc.) and MS with two Kinect models. Interestingly, never used to lambast future hardware projects. At the least, Valve offers its clientele hardware that doesn't carry the burden of becoming obsolete with generational changes.

[@hueypautonoman]

@@BuriBuster I'll take that and raise you one. Steam also released the design specs for the Steam controller, so you can actually build your own. And the Steam Link has Android and Linux apps, so you can use another device or even build your own.

[@BenRigden]

Adding to this the steam link turned in to an app. It's on phones and also Samsung TVs. Works a treat.

[@Deathcroak]

Love this thread spread the word of steam progress

[@pierssegal5910]

This is a great introduction video for someone who's not heard of the Deck before. One inaccuracy you really ought to change is that the top tier model doesn't have an anti-scratch screen (though screen protectors are already available.) It's a special anti-glare micro-etched screen like the one offered on Apple's Pro Display XDR. Whilst it'll make it look even better for fans of matte displays, it won't make the display of the top model more scratch resistant (if anything, it'll be a little more delicate than the other two models). That is unless you're making an announcement that it also has extra scratch resistance that Valve hasn't previously discussed.

[@guily6669]

@@allhandsonsteamdeck1440 sure but the way valve done this "PC" is exactly like a gaming console. I mean out-of-the-box it's exactly a gaming console and steam OS is really made primarily 4 that. I mean the original experience is exactly like a gaming console so I don't think it's wrong to call it one or PC or whatever. In my opinion if it came with normal windows exactly like a tablet\laptop\desktop then I would say it would be stupid calling it a gaming console.

[@pierssegal5910]

@@allhandsonsteamdeck1440 @ALL HANDS ON STEAM DECK speaking of morons, could you point to exactly where in my comment that you replied to with your little rant I used either the term console or PC? Furthermore, exactly what makes the current Xbox both a console and not a PC? Specifically? In your own stupid words please.

[@yukariTheLalafell]

She didn’t even get the storage info right

[@pierssegal5910]

@@yukariTheLalafell I'm pretty certain she did. What part of her explaining there is a 64GB EMMC model which is slower storage than the other 256GB and 512GB NVME models do you think is wrong? Fwiw, there ARE a couple of little fussy inaccuracies not worth complaining about beyond the important one I already mentioned but I don't see what storage based one you're talking about.

[@yukariTheLalafell]

@@pierssegal5910 I mean she didn’t talk much about the sd card slot for those looking at the 64gb also I don’t like her attitude in general if my bf was watching this I’d simply tell him I hate her

[@rogersnick17]

I'm a PC gamer that bought a Switch as a mobile, indie machine. The Steam Deck is going to be a dream come true for me. 4X games and RPGs everyday, everywhere! Just keeping a PS4 for fighting games.

[@bearRimshot]

I really am excited about the Steam Deck coming out soon and can’t wait to get it as a birthday gift for this year.

[@crazierthorn10]

It's coming out on my birthday Im stoked.

[@bens6295]

I pre-ordered last summer and even if it works only half as well as we all hope it does, I'm excited for all the options it brings to the table.

[@powerhouse884]

It will still be better than a Switch.

[@ricardoi.3275]

@@powerhouse884 they are different. I don't see the Steam Deck competition with Nintendo Switch. Steam Deck is a portable PC for games. I see more competition for student's Notebooks. It have more power, is portable and you can install windows if you want/need.

[@powerhouse884]

@@ricardoi.3275 No, they are not. This is a handheld whether you like it or not.

[@ricardoi.3275]

@@powerhouse884 I agree with you. It is a handheld. But it is not only a handheld. It is more powerful than that. And that is my point. The Nintendo switch is just a device for games. Just that. You can do more things with Steam Deck.

[@powerhouse884]

@@ricardoi.3275 I know but thats Nintendo’s fault for keeping themselves complacent. Just cuz this offers more things doesn’t mean they are not competing on the same category. Eventually Nintendo will keep up or just stay arrogant as always.

[@madjunir]

I will definitely keep it with the default SteamOS / Linux. Valve is heavily optimizing it specifically for this device. I don't see myself needing Windows for my use case either. Am already happily using Manjaro And Linuxmint on a Daily basis. Proton and the custom work they're investing is going to be a game changer for sure. Highly optimistic.

[@redseasplitter]

You can run an OS alongside it with microsd

[@anthonylong5870]

@@redseasplitter Thats what I am thinking...Dual Boot

[@anthonylong5870]

@Linden Reaper Dude have you ever looked at the requirements of Windows 10 lol...It's like 1ghz processor, and 2GB of RAM...Even storage is like 12GB. The Steam Deck will run it just fine

[@anthonylong5870]

@Linden Reaper So by your rant, Windows is bad on everything, runs bad no matter what and let me guess...Your a Linux fanboy right?

[@anthonylong5870]

@Linden Reaper No I have just been dealing with guys like you for the better part of 25 yrs or so. Always "Linux this" Linux that" that and slamming Windows....Well bud , for the normal PC user Linux sucks, And most just want a simple turn it on and use system. Not one that has to have script written to it Everytime you change anything or install a program....

[@novh4ck]

A little mistake in the video. The top model doesn't have "anti-scratch" screen but "anti-glare". All versions will have some anti-scratch features but ironically the etched anti-glare screen on the top model will be the most susceptible to scratches.

[@18matts]

This is wrong.

[@novh4ck]

@@18matts Etched glass is already full of micro-scratches. That is how they achieve the anti-glare effect. It's durability will depend on which etching technique they'll use but I personally consider getting the cheaper version and adding a tempered glass protection a better choice to prevent scratches.

[@bolomouser]

I took it as her saying, getting [sic] “anti-scratch might be a good idea.” Like get a screen shield.

[@rendonwade1130]

the steam controller is great! Yes a lot of people didn't get it. It isn't for everyone, but with the right setup it is miles above in fps and RTS(than a regular thumbstick setup), and even 3rd person. It isn't plug and play, but once you get it you'll love it

[@shelwyn]

It's a nice controller

[@ProcyonAlpha]

I sold mine, it wasn't for me but it was a great bit of kit for sure.

[@BortaMaga]

The touchpad alone is objectively better than a thumbstick (at least in theory)

[@snowzZzZz]

depends on what you're playing, for racing games it isn't comparable or even usable, but for shooting games it's great if you want something better than thumb sticks but more convenient than a keyboard/mouse. Problem is, most PC gamers are at a desk, so this only really caters to the small percent of an already small group of people (PC Vs Console) that play their PC from their couch, or in their bed. A lot of these people use lapboards or whatever they're called too so they can still use keyboard/mouse. Or they'll just relax, care less about performance, and use a normal controller. For deck it's perfect though since it is a convenience device due to its form factor. Games that require enhanced accuracy will benefit from the touch pads and games that require a certain feel that touch pads can't offer will benefit from the analog sticks. Win Win

[@lapinus]

It's funny how everyone didn't know anything about handheld PCs before the steam deck. There has been (and there still is) a huge market for these handhelds, particularly from Chinese companies, like GPD, Onenetbook and Aya. Glad that handheld PC has gone mainstream though...

[@farishanafiah8461]

Only enthusiasts familiar with those Chinese brands. They don't mind getting one of those despite the lackluster aftersale support.

[@mechanicalmonk2020]

They did know. They were just too expensive to recommend

[@cosmicwarrior_]

Almost all of those hand held PCs cost upwards of $1000 USD. Not an option for most people looking for this type of hardware.

[@TypicalBlox]

@@mechanicalmonk2020 This

[@protocetid]

Less individuals know PCs smaller than netbooks have been trying to be a thing since the 80s. They’re finally achieving the popularity and capability I’ve always wanted to see.

[@lowtek42]

Wow cnet... this was an actually decent video. Genuinely impressed! Keep it up.

[@Wilpsn]

That was actually pretty well done. I was expecting way less from a corporative press video.

[@kylehill3643]

Memory is going to be their biggest failure and possibly lack of 3D titles like the simulator stuff or you may have to run them all at low settings 720p only. YUCK!

[@kevinbuchanan67]

@@kylehill3643 nothing that you said is true. Micro sd cards have been used, for years, for all of those things... on several game systems. I don't understand how anyone can believe this

[@MrChanw11]

They called the anti glare screen anti-scratch.... They did very little research

[@ShadowMan64572]

No it wasn't, it just re-iterates the same information that was already available and widely known since July/August.

[@yukariTheLalafell]

@@ShadowMan64572 poorly at that this is verge pc build bad

[@camb1986]

Steam controller is actually very well made and functionally works great. I would argue it's probably one of my favorite controllers. The community mapping within Steam is amazing. It's the best way to play mouse and keyboard native games on the big screen. I use mine almost everyday.

[@meric12131415]

Cool 😁

[@dinslax5270]

Very good video! I like how Ashley Esqueda talks, presenting the video so casual and friendly, but packed with info. it makes the video very enjoyable

[@StephenMoreira]

Excited for it and for the company.

[@scottcastor2504]

I use a steam link all the time. I got it off eBay about a year ago. Use it to stream my PC to my 70” TV. I did reserve a top of the line Steam Deck as well. Looking forward to getting my hands on it!!

[@904hattrick8]

Since they will optimizing all of steam for linux for the steam deck, this will be huge for Linux PC gaming. Gaming is the only thing keeping me on windows right now

[@alphacompton]

The Valve Index was my first Valve product and it's mind blowing how far ahead it was and how with so many headsets after it , it's still considered the all around best for most VR users. I really don't understand the problem with steam controller and Steam Link, just because valve stopped making them doesn't make them a failure. Steam Link went on to work on everything from mobile phones to smart TV's (no need for a box). Steam Controller lives on in the very heart of most controller supported games on Steam allowing you to remap controls in extremely versatile and inventive ways. The Playstation 4 controller is more popular and affordable and almost all the features of the Steam Controller, that's made possible because of the Steam Controller.

[@demonhighwayman9403]

Well said ! Seeing all the negative comments and press views about valve hardware seems uneducated. Even the steam machines which were a flop, still work and will benefit from upcoming SteamOS updates. Even if Valve were to give up on the steam deck after 6 months (they won't) the hardware will still continue to work as intended.

[@MN-jw7mm]

Commercial success it literally the most important metric for whether or not a commercial product is a success or failure.

[@Kiahona]

@@MN-jw7mm no. Following a hit with another hit just leads to the iPhone. Sure it's great, and it's a commercial success but Its not exciting. When my current phone breaks I'll buy the new one. Not damn, that steam deck looks awesome let me buy a whole new product

[@azimalif266]

7:20 do you remember virtual boy? Power glove? Kynect? Ps vr?

[@ShashaParallax]

2:21 Okay boys and girls Imma need your help. What is that fightstick? It looks like I can carry it pretty much always in my backpack

[@pastqr]

I wish i knew because Street fighter 5 is a huge reason on why im buying the steam deck.

[@idcrafter-cgi]

4:12 sadly there is no thumbs down against this idea just becasue the features of the steam deck would not work with windows and the quick resume function is Linux only btw

[@Praetoreon]

What are you talking about, steam controller is awesome! That's where steam's play when, where, and how you want big picture mode/steam link infrastructure started. Steam link was also awesome if you had the network for it back then. I wouldn't say it "failed"; it was replaced by the steam link app on Smart TV's. I use it all the time to stream steam games to my livingroom tv. Just because people haven't figured it out or don't have a mesh network capable of supporting the setup doesn't mean it was a failure... I would argue it was ahead of it's time.

[@knuclear200x]

*Switch:* I have LOTS of games!!!! *Steam:* You do? Where?

[@enzospartan]

The Deck fits my use case perfectly so I pre-ordered in the first minute of availability. Steam Wallet is already loaded and memory cards are on the way. Feb 25th can't come soon enough!

[@C.tkr1]

2023 cant come soon enough! Me who just found out about steam deck recently

[@kingisaac21]

@@C.tkr1 rip

[@LaplacianFourier]

What's your use case?

[@enzospartan]

@@LaplacianFourier I'm a longtime PC gamer with a massive backlog, but now have small children and can only play in quick bursts.

[@GSTV16]

Update?? How is it

[@ModernDayGeeks]

Wonderful video for those who aren't up-to-date when it comes to tech. This is the Wii U she told you not to worry about. Excited to see once it hits the shelves!

[@adrianwilliams6577]

Pre ordered, not in the market for spending thousands on gaming PC's anymore. Got Into cloud gaming but too many titles are off limits. A few games are sitting in my Steam library that I've never played because cloud gaming said 'No', when the deck arrives I've got major catching up to do.

[@runbmp]

Steam link was successful... They stopped making the hardware because you can now install it on Raspberry Pi's, Smart TV devices and mobiles. The device also still gets updates to this day.

[@felicianomario]

I still use my steam link and steam controller!! Love them

[@Dbeastlygamer95]

Please make a dedicated video of installing windows and then battlenet, epic games, and gamepass games through xbox app. Im debating canceling my preorder as i just got the switch so idk if i wanna dish out another $650.

[@1comie]

I liked this video because there’s not a thumbnail of you looking like a part like every other KZbinr 👍👏

[@KingKilo88]

I have Switch Lite, it's good but not great. It only gets a pass only because of how cheap it is, Steam Deck is something I've been waiting for since I was a child. A PC handheld Device. It's the switch lite but 1000x better, In everyway right out the box. And with this BS shortages I'm not risking losing out on this. Also it will show steam to make a deck 2 in the future. Support this. It's worth the hype, imo.

[@realchris4882]

Never Heard Of The GameBoy Advanced Or PSP Or Vita, Or Neo, Or A Gaming Laptop, Or Wii U And Much More? You Really Missed Out, There Has Been An Enormous Amount Of Portables Over The Years! 🤷‍♂️. That Said, I Am Still Excited For My Next Collection The Steam Deck! ✌

[@DragonPixels]

@@realchris4882 stop taking like a book title 😂😂😂

[@realchris4882]

@@DragonPixels Stop Taking Like A Book Title? 🤷‍♂️. Ur Words Carry No Meaning!

[@DragonPixels]

@@realchris4882 Um yeah they do. Stop capitalizing every beginning letter in your words. It’s incorrect grammar.

[@realchris4882]

@@DragonPixels You Speak Of Riddles! Time Is Of Essence, And Wisdom Is Valued Over Any Other Languages, Especially, Ones That Carry The Wrong Meaning Of Words, Thy Shall Not Dictate To Ones Free-Will! 👍

[@FuquaRomeo]

I pre-ordered on release day - the morning of July 16th, 2021 and my order availability is currently Q2 2022. I imagine that current orders will be MUCH later. Probably Q4.

[@FuquaRomeo]

@@Jaguar-s7f I don't think they would change the price at this point. (It would be real damaging if they did.) But, I also wouldn't be surprised if there are further delays.

[@OhhhhhChit]

Hows the stick drift i wanna know before i buy?

[@Camerooonify]

Ridiculously hyped. My switch sits and gathers dust. Cant wait to buy a new handheld console and have sooo many games already to play.

[@mariogaming6988]

Bean man for bean land wishes you a nice day!

[@gregkramer5588]

Seeing factorio running was cool for me. One of my favs.

[@ivanbenja4]

Only gripe I have with it, is that the charging port is only on top. Wish it was on both top and bottom. Can't wait to get mine in Q2.

[@Jovi_97]

Was the steam controller a big flop? I’ve had two of them and honestly it’s still my most used controller.

[@Gramini]

From the few people I personally know, every body likes it. The only dislikes are from peoples who never used it.

[@CiprianOlariu]

When will it come to more countries (such as Switzerland)?

[@BartvG88]

I have a large game library on steam already, and I would like an easy way to play fighting games on pc in the living room with two fight sticks. Can't wait to try it out!

[@adrianwilliams6577]

Fighting games come alive with two or more players, hopefully Valve will work on connecting Steam Decks together for versus or co-op.

[@TheRealXyzven]

5:56 - doesn't the top line model have the premium anti-scratch glass (not a better screen)? I thought they all came with the same screen (as in resolution, etc etc)

[@borgerandfries4139]

They do, but the $650 model's glass is anti-glare. All resolutions are the same

[@mrgreen497]

i reserved mine july 17 last year and a another guy ordered his july 16. he got quarter 2 and i got quarter 2+ so i know it wont be too long after he gets his

[@JohnnyFriedrich]

Can you add your own NVME drive to the cheaper version?

[@Gramini]

You can replace the existing drive, but not add one, as there is only one slot. But only do that if you're savvy enough.

[@skatardude10]

I don't get people saying the steam link and controller were flops - I still use both all the time and they are fantastic. Shame they stopped making them, but my steam link still gets updates these days, and steam controller works flawlessly with everything on steam.

[@mickomoo]

Technically they’re flops from a units perspective. They didn’t move a lot of them. But Valve is a company that is flushed with cash and has the openness to experiment. Most of the features introduced through its hardware end up making the Steam platform better. Remote play is the software successor to the Steam link. Controller profiles are the software successor to the Steam controller. And it’s very likely that a lot of the lessons learned from the Steam Machines went into making the Steam Deck.

[@Minecarftable]

Steam link is amazing. I've used it to play games on my phone when I'm away from my pc. Yeah there is delay but I'll take that over nothing

[@brihen8801]

Why would you discuss storage and not mention the sd card slot expansion???

[@G00dKidX]

Im sooo ready for this

[@zonavelhalpma]

Me too , but hopefully it doesn’t suck .

[@gfujigo]

Me too!

[@GabTheDrummer]

Pre ordered in july 2021. Can't wait to get my hands on it

[@Lucians_Sword]

I wish it was an OLED screen though. $650 for an LCD is kind of a lot

[@RamyWarda]

I implore you to find another handheld gaming PC better than the deck for $399-649 featuring an OLED. Anything else costs $1000+.

[@notcorrect]

All competitors are far more expensive, have weaker graphics and they don't even have OLED displays. The Steam Deck is a great price.

[@justswitched8841]

Most laptops don’t even have oled displays. I owned a couple. I don’t care for them honestly. As as the screen gets bright and has good colors.

[@ken3609]

what is that 2:22? the joy pad

[@quintoncrockett966]

I’m sure most people have some amount of tethering on the phone plans and can spare some of it for updates or the online verification part of most games start up.

[@picknick6775]

Just an FYI, i preordered it the day it was opened for it, and mine says as well expected order availability after Q2 2022, so its not a clear indicator.

[@adamcrux6829]

I preordered the $649 version. Not for the storage but for the etched glass. I plan on trying either a 1tb 2230 nvme from a Microsoft surface pro (have one laying around don't ask) and possibly looing into making a 3D printed back or modding the existing back to get a even higher capacity nvme working. I do plan on dual booting Steam OS and Windows 10 and that's my primary reason for wanting more storage. Also I'm sure I'm not the only person thinking of a case mod to add a 2280 and even making room to add a heatsink. Although that would add a massive bump to the back and add a lot more heat internally. You could also make it semi-external so it could be more or less passively cooled as long as you didn't block the airflow since the intake ducts are right over the stock nvme. Also the external nvme would actually remove heat from inside the case and give the VRM, ram and APU fresh cool air. Hmm so many idea's. Just hope I preordered early enough to get mine in the first batch!

[@MrMan_2464]

Great video, The Steam Deck sounds amazing. My only problem would be the button layout, it's just not my style.

[@TidusDX]

I miss the PSP and DS days where i played some of my fave games on the go. I dont have to be at my desk to play something with a Deck. This suits my use case, 6-8 hours of playing PC games and emulators while in bed watching TV

[@anthonylong5870]

Do you remember the Pocke PC's they had out in the early 2000's? I had one hacked to run windows 98 games ;P it was awesome

[@TidusDX]

@@anthonylong5870 Right on brother! I had a friend try fooling around with one but it never lasted long.

[@anthonylong5870]

@@TidusDX They were pretty cool but yeah they seemed to have issues after about a month after being hacked. Good times though, I especially like the little silver hp one

[@bluemoon5929]

I still love my Steam Link ♥ Still getting updates and doing its job :)

[@evanraymond7888]

2:24 what’s the fight stick?

[@SonySteals]

Sorry but Steam Controller is a fcking amazing piece of tech. It’s obviously a commercial flop but I’m extremely glad I got one. It’s the most unique gamepad for pc gaming and I’d buy it again if I had to make a decision today. The versatility of available buttons and community based config profiles is awesome. I was playing successfully games like Path of Exile on a gamepad way before it premiered on consoles and it’s just a single example of all the possibilities it offers.

[@randgrithr7387]

I really regret only buying one at the $5 liquidation sale. As for Steam Link, you can install it on everything now, so any old laptop with HDMI-out and Linux will do the job.

[@wakkowarner9522]

even if you can't afford the higher end model, you can always swap out the SSD for bigger & faster storage later! Valve even showed us how to do it! 😁✌

[@dangn5017]

Great job previewing the device. Thanks!

[@TangomanX2008]

Wont the screen be too small for many games?

[@OLLI_UP]

So will this be online also? Like is it basically a portable handheld PC that I can play from my couch as if a gaming console on steroids lol?

[@zacharynewkirk7309]

The Idea of having a default custom OS with the option of wiping it or using a different OS and having it be for the most part open source is something that will keep me waiting for the first reviews to come out. If it functions well on relevant content, then it will certainly be a competitor both for people looking for something a bit more sophisticated than a console or something mobile that isn't a laptop.

[@MacTX]

The smart people are the ones who got in line as soon as the queue opened up back in July. Anyone waiting for those reviews first before getting in line probably shouldn't expect to get one for many years to come. Valve isn't a large enough hardware customer that they can get production priority.

[@kuhpunkt]

You can also just install Windows on an SD card and boot from there.

[@victorkarlsson5183]

This, I rarely game anymore, but buy a gaming pc parts "just in case". If the duality of this being docked and you have total freedom over the hardware, I'm getting one as a daily driver.

[@commenteroftruth9790]

@@MacTX "smart" lol. okay bud.

[@RichardServello]

Internal storage will not affect the base experience. Running games off SD cards will run nearly identically. The extra storage will come into play if you want to dual boot windows.

[@KevinSmith-em7zk]

what is that top down shooting game at 3:37?

[@Oscar-Guzman]

Thanks for the video! It was helpful. Any info on alternative controller support? I’d like to use an Xbox, Switch pro, or DualShock controller if possible. & GameCube for Dolphin emulation.

[@kuhpunkt]

Steam supports all those controllers. The only problem (at the moment) are a few games that don't have an option to choose a controller, because the Steam Deck is the first controller, that's "plugged in" - you can plug in a Xbox controller for example, but that's recognized as an additional controller for player 2.

[@oplkfdhgk]

@@kuhpunkt can't you change the first controller in steam settings? I thought you could.

[@kuhpunkt]

@@oplkfdhgk I'm not sure. If you can, it's still a step you would have to make to make it work and thus not directly playable out of the box.

[@oplkfdhgk]

@@kuhpunkt i googled this and it seems like you can but it's like 12 step process so not very easy. 🙂

[@noudockeloen]

Is there spotify,is there Netflix,is the native game pass support???

[@Gramini]

Yes, Yes (LTT showed Witcher from Netflix in his eraly hand on), but no Game Pass (because Microsoft decided to make Game Pass Windows exclusive with no way to make it portable. Maybe they change their mind). But xCloud is a thing if you have good internet.

[@MacTX]

Steam Link was a game streaming box and those type of devices haven't been adopted by the masses. Many have tried, now have been widely adopted. Steam Link's failure wasn't surprising. Steam Machines were 3rd party machines. They were crappy overprice gaming PCs with the Steam branding. That failure had more to do with their manufacturers rather Valve. The lesson Valve learn there was do it yourself and don't rely on others. Steam Controllers were actually loved by users and its discontinuance had more to do with patent disputes.

[@MacTX]

Many have tried, NONE have been widely adopted.

[@CinciTech]

Good points all. The Steam Link was not very well optimized, and only supported up to 1080p (in my experience, with lots of lag even over 1g ethernet). That they discontinued support for a product that wasn't widely used isn't too surprising, but the lack of capability justifies the lack of desirability. I have 2 Steam Controllers and lament that they're not making more generations. Despite the valid reasons Steam has made the decisions not to support their hardware platforms, at the end of the day they have a track record of manufacturing a bunch of hardware and then moving on. Which I admit does make me hesitant to drop $400+ on a platform that could potentially also have issues that ultimately don't get resolved.

[@Sela2125]

I don't think I'll order one of these, but I'm very excited by the products I'm seeing in this space. With Covid being a thing I haven't traveled as much as I wish, but I'm hopeful that the world will go to some version of normal sooner or later. Having a device that I can play PC games on at a pleasing resolution and framerate while on a plane, train or hotel room somewhere sounds great to me. With games being enormous these days though, I would want more storage and I would prefer a screen without that thick, black frame around it.

[@Al13n1nV8D3R]

Just wait 4 years and you will get your wish. Steam Deck OLED version with thin bezels.......sounds familiar?......hmmmmm It is more economicaly beneficial for any company to release a version with last year's tech so you would "UPGRADE" to the newer version. This way they would make money from the same people more than once. If they had put in every possible current Gen tech on this they would not make as much. Sound familiar? Apple...cough......cough.....

[@sonicandroxas]

@@Al13n1nV8D3R apple i guess, but aya neo did exactly that

[@eagle_rb_mmoomin_418]

Those exist already they also cost about a $1000 more 🤷 and have a weaker GPU in them. They also run Windows so have all the desktop focussed jank you don't want on a handheld.

[@kevinbuchanan67]

@@eagle_rb_mmoomin_418 much better cpu though, and can clock at way higher speeds than the deck, and since it's windows, it has all the extra windows stuff that you do want on your gaming handheld. Looking forward to my reserved deck, but my Win 3 and OXP are awesome too, probably much better overall tbh

[@kevinbuchanan67]

A thin or thick black frame around your screen doesn't effect your screen at all... other than maybe making it sturdier

[@Tconl]

What I really wonder is how does the touchscreen work for games? Does a game need to be coded by the dev to make use of it? (I assume so) or can it simulate mouse cursor too? Thinking of They Are Billions, RTS or even a visual novel (does tapping the screen advance the game or does it do nothing).

[@onhold1706]

By the sound of it, the touchscreen will simulate mouse input and allow you to use it in place of one in some cases, but I imagine it will also include the ability for devs to give it dedicated features or remap it to a specific input through Steam Input.

[@REVOLTDJ]

Anti-scratch? no. Anti-glare? yes! 5:57

[@jennied1973]

I'm ready for the release! I haven't played from my Steam library since spring last year after my 09' HP graphics card conked out.

[@BeekoBaggins]

Man February is just a great month

[@3dparagon]

Steam link worked great for me.. great option to play PC games on my large screen TV. Haters will be haters.

[@stickmanjjyt9745]

I will definitely order one. My main pc is not that fast😢

[@Moviemaniac174892]

Just one question. Can I play metal gear solid and or metal gear solid the twin snakes on steam deck?

[@fretboardrunner]

Great overview! Inr egards to the hardware you could have mentioned that not only does the Deck have less compute units, but it also runs them at 1/10th the power of the current gen consoles.

[@guily6669]

It's even beyond 1\10th of the power but the overall performance is so much less too according that they have more CPU cores, much higher memory bandwidth and higher clocks.

[@paulharrison8379]

I would buy a discounted Steam Machine today now that 75% rather than 25% of my steam library would work on it. That is what has changed since the Steam Machine was launched.

[@randgrithr7387]

Too bad Steam Machines have Nvidia gpus. AMD would have aged so much better. Hopefully SteamOS 3.0 can bring these old machines new life.

[@jon0319]

As someone who only plays consoles I’m interested in this steam deck to play some of games, how does one install emulators? Or mods is there a website dedicated or something

[@JacaboBlanco]

1:20 not gonna mention SSD?

[@JacaboBlanco]

Or the screen anti glare on the highest priced model?

[@Wingedmagician]

Great vid I’m hyped

[@HamzaRao1]

which fight stick is this? showed @ 2:23

[@pastqr]

I think its called a snack box micro

[@MacTX]

The "after Q2 2022" is just Valve's way of telling you that they have no idea when. I reserved a unit the day after they began taking reservations and initially got a Q2 2022 date. It remained that date up until they announced the launch would be pushed back from December 2021 to Feb 2022 and my estimated date went from a more defined Q2 2022 to a nebulous "after Q2 2022". Assuming their queue system is as they say, the probable quarter for my reservation to be filled is Q3 2022. It was delayed a quarter so makes sense it would be pushed back a quarter. No telling how many have reserved since when I reserved and now. People who reserved months after I did probably shouldn't expect theirs until 2023 would be my guess. If you're reserving one now this late in the stage, I doubt you'll see your unit until 2024 or later. The unknown is if Valve is able to mass produce them or not. With things being what they are, I have my doubts that they can and my estimation above is probably being generous.

[@staffie85]

They did say in their most resent announcement, shipping will start February 25th 2022, with orders being shipped out every week after, so you might receive yours pretty soon.

[@fruitycoconut]

2024? Don't be ridiculous

[@jamesy666]

@@fruitycoconut I know 2 years I don't think so

[@MacTX]

@@fruitycoconut You haven't been paying attention to the world's supply chain issues if you consider that ridiculous. For anyone who wait till reviews and not put in a reservation till early March 2022, 2024 is being optimistic. valve would have to pull something out of their hat to fill those orders in a timely manner or there aren't many orders to fill. Expect long wait for those Johnny come latelys.

[@MacTX]

@@staffie85 The way they have it setup is what concerns me. It looks like they have an order over the weekend and process and ship out during the week, in batches. It tells me that they won't have enough staff, products, or both. If they had, it wouldn't be so regimented. I think the only way I'm going to see an early shipment is if enough people in front of me cancels theirs.

[@profearoum]

I like this presenter, she's not boring at all, not at all. Facial expressions fully animated, pitch and tone very lively, not too beautifully distracting and far from being even considered ugly, just perfect for these kinds of topic, just perfect.

[@arias1234]

I got lucky and I'm in the first wave of Q1 2022 people for the 650 model. So I'm exited to see if I'll get mine late February or some time in March.

[@Cacaro-pl9jj]

Where can I find original prices

[@TheCoolDave]

I was one who ordered once first announced. If it fails (and this one I don't think will because of the price points), I can drop Steam OS and Install a Emulation Station front end, and be able to emulate up to PS3, Switch and even 360 games (by the specs, it should be able to handle them with no problems).... Also, if you keep a internet connection (Who does not have a phone with hotspot features these days??), can you stream games, like Xbox Series, or other streaming services. If I just hate it, Selling for everything I paid for it, will be an easy task. A LOT to be excited about if you like the idea of taking games portable and everything you can think of with you... Nice review for the people do don't know much.

[@kuhpunkt]

Switch yes, but not PS3. That's incredibly demanding.

[@TheCoolDave]

@@kuhpunkt By the specs, it should be able to do PS3, maybe not every title but, a good chunk of them...

[@kuhpunkt]

@@TheCoolDave Specs have nothing to do with emulation. The emulation requires way more resources than the Deck provides.

[@TheCoolDave]

@@kuhpunkt Ok, I guess we'll see... We will agree to disagree here

[@kuhpunkt]

@@TheCoolDave You're gonna disagree with facts? What a dumb attitude.

[@MissCin101]

I still have my steam link and stream controller and still use and enjoy my steam controller especially for use outside of steam on my computer. I really hope they keep the steam deck updated cause I'm so excited for it.

[@Jay-LT_513]

Can I use emulations well?

[@ryno_8848]

I’ve been a console player my whole life. Is the steam deck a good system if you want to get into PC gaming?

[@Summon-Inc]

no, it’s like a much better switch.

[@powerpoleextend]

I reserved my steam deck July 17, 2021 and it says my reservation is after Q2 . Does that mean I won't be getting mine till this summer? I'm just curious if anyone knows.

[@culig1997]

My reservations in so I’m hype!

[@Nate________]

Would the steam deck be worth it over a switch I’m not a Nintendo gamer or pc gamer I play Xbox mostly but I’ve been wanting a handheld for awhile

[@justswitched8841]

No comparison. The steam deck blows the switch away.

[@TypicalBlox]

The only reason you would buy a switch is if the first party games interest you, every other reason points towards the steam deck.

[@SecureInMyHead]

Can I ask if everybody’s hands are bigger than their face? I’ve heard people complain that older handhelds were too small and somehow this… thing… is a perfect fit.

[@Tackitt]

Steam controller is actually pretty amazing. It’s just ergonomically awkward.

[@Marta1Buck]

It needs to be revised, they have enough complains to make a better steam controller 2.0

[@vulcan4d]

I suggest installing dual boot.

[@sulmanb]

What's the game at 3:38?

[@AB-bh5sh]

Can this be used in a similar way to a ps vita or switch? Does it need to be connected to pc in order to work or can it be bought, download gta 5 and use as a handheld gaming device

[@andersonlimaa]

Pretty intuitive 💛

[@cattigereyes1]

Waiting to see, if it runs everything on Steam if yes heck yea!

[@papidmill3307]

Looks good, I don't know anything about gaming PCs so this would be a good step towards PC gaming!

[@nasnyc299]

Wait I’m confused so if I buy the 399 version do I have to do anything else or the game is gonna be mine 100%?