How Steam Deck is Better Than the PlayStation 5 (And Vice Versa)

[@jwconglomerate332]

Having spent more time with the Steam Deck I will say that it's nice being able to take advantage of the PC settings available in the few Sony first party games I've played on it versus the usually relatively generic settings on the console versions. Being able to widen the FOV in Days Gone for example was a pretty big help when playing it on the Deck's smaller screen. It's early days and I'm not saying I'll abandon my PS5 completely but I haven't fired it up once since getting my Deck two weeks ago. I doubt it will end up collecting as much dust as my Switch does, but the Deck is quickly climbing my list of personal favorite gaming hardware. Cheers

[@YourPlayer2]

That's another good point! I love my ultrawide monitor but it'd be nice if I could get at least some PS5 games to take advantage of a resolution like that. But yeah, I'm not abandoning my PS5 either, particularly for REALLY long games where I want the most comfortable experience or those Dualsense features ya know? Certainly edging closer to my favorite portable!

[@w33ner]

one major thing i think you left out was the switch to desktop mode. by holding the power button and "switching to desktop mode" you can turn the steamdeck into a fully working linux computer. It really is a great feature. you can also download non-steam games and add to your library by using desktop mode. otherwise ou did a great job of summing up the consoles and the ps5 was spot on!

[@YourPlayer2]

Good point! Definitely a big advantage being able to grab games outside of the steam ecosystem if you wish! Appreciate the kindness :)

[@chrits3396]

I own a Steam Deck and it has gotten me back in gaming. While I don't think the first generation will take people away from the PS5 or X1, I do think the next generation or possibly the third gen will be make people consider it as an alternative platform. At that point Zen4 and RDNA3 will be available to market. If Steam Deck can get most modern titles at the 1080p/60 frames performance at 15w then that's when you will the deck take off.

[@YourPlayer2]

I'm glad to hear it! Personally I just love that in addition to a lot of modern titles I can emulate just about every console from my youth comfortably up until around the PS3 era. I can't wait to see what its successor will look like!

[@BenDover-td9hv]

If you can pick only one what would you get

[@chrits3396]

@@BenDover-td9hv that's a good question. I own the 256 gb model and already need to reallocate space to my SD card. The storage speed for SD is really slow. It's actually faster if I were save the games on a shared network drive. Of course I won't be able to play those games outside my main network so I keep those games on my SD card. I could upgrade my SSD which isn't a problem for me since I've repair computers in past. So to answer your question, I personally would have still made the same decision of getting the 256 gb model. However for someone who own a bunch of games on Steam and is kind of weary of repair damage, I would probably recommend getting the 512 gb. If you are confident in opening up your Deck and don't care about the etched glass, then you might want to get 64gb model and purchase a 512 gb or even higher capacity SSD.

[@lRedBaronl]

The first Gen is already making me consider selling my PS5 and just using this

[@strawberrycupcake1993]

I have a series X and a PS5 and currently waiting for Q4 to get my steam deck 😅 I can't wait to have this beast of a handheld device . The things I've seen online about this so called steam deck portable computer are flat out amazing!! I sincerely see it becoming my main gaming device once I get my hands on it 👌🏾 Great video mate . Thanks

[@YourPlayer2]

Congrats on your forthcoming Deck! Whatcha gonna play first? Oh yeah it's bonkers how many games you can squeeze into this thing ESPECIALLY when you throw emulation into the mix- Having a portable PS2 of sorts is a whole lot of fun if you're nostalgic for some 2000's-era gaming :p Appreciate the kind words, Kadu, and take care! :)

[@YourD2SupportMain]

I'm in the EXACT same boat I'm sure the steam deck will be used more than my PS5 or Switch even at home but I'll just see since my Series X is my full on daily driver, can't wait for Q4

[@YourPlayer2]

I bet! PS5 is probably my non-deck go-to at the moment but Deck's still getting the lion's share of my playtime

[@strawberrycupcake1993]

Update: been 2 and half weeks with my steam deck , and I can say that this is now my favourite way to play . The fact I can use gyroscope aiming in ANY game and configure it the way I want it's just unmatched. I love this device . A dream come true 👌🏾

[@mattrobbins1237]

​@@strawberrycupcake1993one year later ...how do you feel?

[@drawfull]

I've barely touched my PS5 since launch for various reasons but the deck has got me gaming again. I have used it daily since the beginning of March. It's also stopped me from using either of me gaming PCs, which have only been switched on to keep them updated from time to time since receiving the deck. One thing you did miss is that you can suspend/resume in much the same way as PS5 on Steam Deck too and while there were audio bugs on some games at launch, they seem to have been sorted in my experience.

[@YourPlayer2]

Same here save for exclusives or the games I really want to collect physically. Glad to hear you're having a good experience with the Deck and if you have any recommendations please let me know! As for the suspend/resume I really should've expanded on that more or maybe axed it entirely even because it DOES seem to be better for the most part. Although I will say last night I had a weird issue where after I woke it up with no game selected it just started rapid-scrolling through my library for some reason? That was new.

[@berndhachmeister4357]

@josh, definitely the winner for the most words per minute... 😀 Mate, you do have an international audience- greetings from Germany...

[@YourPlayer2]

LoL dude I'm sorry and and I'll work on it- Always been a struggle for me to slow down in just about ANY arena but I'll try to be more conscious of it the next time I record :) Greetings from Ohio! :p

[@PocketPixelPortablePower]

Having both is awesome. I went on a trip to a different state, was able to play PS5 with undetectable latency. I won a few races is GT7 multiplayer.

[@YourPlayer2]

That's nuts! Haven't tried it beyond my local network yet.

[@idk-ig6vn]

hey what do i get a steam deck or ps5

[@PocketPixelPortablePower]

@@idk-ig6vn steam deck. I use it 80% of the time.

[@patrickneal3857]

I love my Deck! I have kids and if I even turn on the TV they want to watch their shows so now I can bring out the Deck and play on the couch. It's really got me back into gaming and I've played it way more than my Switch. I really like the Switch but I can only play so much Mario, Metroid, and Zelda. Just from having the Deck for 3 weeks I've clocked in at least 2 hours a day gaming.

[@YourPlayer2]

Glad to hear you're digging it, Patrick! I've had a lot of parents comment about how great it is to squeeze in some time here and there :)

[@CyberClu]

I prefer the comfort of the Steam Deck controls over the PS5 dual sense. But that's just me personally. For some reason, after an hour or two of playing with the dual sense, my hands start to fall asleep, and have that painful tingling sensation. I never get that with the Steam Deck. I don't get that either with the Xbox controller. Something about the Dual sense curvature just triggers it for me over time.

[@YourPlayer2]

Oh yeah I mean everyone's gonna have a different experience in the comfort department. I like the Deck's ergonomics (especially compared to the Switch) and can play for a while on it, but depending on how I position my hands they can cramp up if I'm sitting weird or something. Glad to hear it doesn't affect you with the Deck though!

[@Thornskade]

I have that too. I normally use Xbox, Wii U and Steam controllers. Back when the N. Sane Trilogy released only on PS4, my brother lent me his PS4 so I could play it. The Dualshock was not great for me. Playing with the d'pad sucked especially because it's so mushy and requires so much pressure to reliably hit diagonals, my thumb kept hurting and falling asleep

[@YourPlayer2]

Oof, yeah that does sound painful. I played it first on the Switch and it was painful 😂

[@jlepage36]

I get the painful tingling with the Deck and not with Dual Sense. For me, PS5 controller is incomparably more ergonomic for long play sessions. I find myself resting the Deck on a pillow or something if I play for more than about 15 minutes.

[@GregoryWillis1031]

I created the best of both world. Due to the limited battery life on the Steam deck I mostly use it with a dock and hub connected to my monitor. I buy my PlayStation exclusives on the Steam deck for PC, and I use the Duel Sense 5 controller as the only controller on steam deck. Not only for the haptic feedback but also because the Touch Pad on the PS5 controller controls the mouse courser like the touch pad on the steam deck so, The Duel Sense is the best controller to give you all of the Steam control options even in Desk top mode the touch pad controls the mouse it's so cool.

[@YourPlayer2]

Not a bad plan at all! I keep a dock nearby my setup, but generally it's just for charging since I prefer handheld mode so much. I haven't used it much with the Deck so far but the DualSense is DEFINITELY my favorite controller of this generation!

[@DanofWar101]

How dare you speak against the mighty PS5? Unsub 🤣! Seriously this is a good comparison to let someone who doesn't own either of the systems and wants to buy only 1! Right out the gate the Deck has the biggest advantage because it's portable! And the fact that you can now play your PS games via remote play is insane! Yes it requires a little bit of know how but there are so many YT vids on the subject that it's usually as easy as watching and replicate! But I'll remember this day that you talked against my beloved PS5 🤣! Great video and keep up the good work!

[@Shadybiglpac]

🤣

[@YourPlayer2]

LoL in my defense I spent MORE time praising the PS5 than the Steam Deck in this one! Appreciate the kind words, man- I just really wanted to dive into some of those subconscious reasons someone might gravitate toward one vs. the other. Like for really absorbed, long gaming sessions the PS5 is probably my go-to for comfort and ya know, the whole can't-run-out-of-batteries thing 😂

[@paulbowler5345]

Great vomparadon. I think both systems are leaders in their respective fields. PS5 is the perfect jump in & play while Steam Deck is more customizable for your play style.

[@YourPlayer2]

That is an EXCELLENT way to put it. They're pretty evenly matched but depending on the experience I'm after I might choose one or the other- particularly for multiplatform releases or depending on how tired I am at the end of the day if I just want something I can play in bed for a bit :p

[@bettycrock9362]

To me the steam deck is an unlocked device which I won’t have to pay again for my games to be played on it and that’s where it wins and that is when you know valve is pro consumer

[@Thornskade]

I only use open platforms anymore for this reason, because I don't get rid of my old games, I replay them frequently. Been playing old favorites of mine like Re-Volt and Freedom Force on the Steam Deck, I can also emulate all my old console games on it as well. I play my old NDS and Java phone games on my Android phone. This has too much value for me to give it up for any closed platform, there is no guarantee that PS5 games will work on PS6 nor that there will ever be a good emulator for it. For example, I was very disappointed Wii U purchases wouldn't be playable on the Switch. I say no to the walled garden/closed platform life :) Before the Deck I was playing PC games portably on my GPD Win and now I can play the same library on the Deck even though it's two different companies who made two very different devices. Until one has played on a console where your games are locked you may not even realize how good this is

[@YourPlayer2]

I cannot believe it didn't occur to me to speak to that more but good point!

[@YourPlayer2]

I'm always split myself- On the one hand I LOVE my physical collecting, but I can't deny the convenience of all-digital on something like the Deck either!

[@minisithunknown5568]

That is why I stopped liking PS. They just had to follow XBOX in their par to play multiplayer claiming they need to support multiplayer end for games when it is the devs that do the work. I mean steam has more forums, bigger marketplace and their own support for every game, at zero cost to the consumer.

[@marcuscheong]

I think Steam Deck is better because it is portable unlike Sony who refuses to service the handheld market who wants a new PlayStation Portable all because they fucked up with the Vita. Instead of learning a lesson and making a better handheld, they blamed the market and quit the handheld business. Remote play will never replace playing the game on the go natively as it doesn't rely on internet connections which are very unstable in a lot of countries. I was a PlayStation fan but under Jim Ryan, they have been making really stupid business decisions which really turned me away from PlayStation nowadays.

[@YourPlayer2]

Man it would be NICE to have another Vita.

[@danbooke2001]

My big issue with the SD is I can’t just jump into any game. 90% of my library is unplayable. Like right now, Valve says Batman Arkham Asylum is playable, but I can’t get it to boot at all. I’ve tried Proton Experimental and about 5 different versions of Proton GE and it just won’t boot. Even if I could get it to boot, controller functionality is an entirely other issue. A good example here is Assassin’s Creed 1. I finally got it to boot and can get to the options screen, but there is no “Xbox controller” option despite everywhere I am reading on the internet telling me exactly where it is in the options. IT ISN’T THERE, THE OPTION DOESN’T EXIST. Yet everyone says it’s there… At the end of the day, I was so excited to get this thing, but even on verified games I have to spend time remapping or rebinding controller layouts, fiddling with the best settings to prolong battery life (which is absolutely awful by the way), or dealing with random issues like it shutting off for no reason. It’s no wonder I never got into PC gaming, I want to game, not figure out how to get my game to run.

[@JJ-tq5sk]

Uh. Arkham asylum definitely runs on it boss. I currently have GE proton 7-28 running on it. When the initial game screen pops up. Press play on the touch screen and it’ll go into full screen mode and the game should run at 60 fps. Im 4 hours into the game on the deck.

[@danbooke2001]

@@JJ-tq5sk No go. Just installed GE 7-28, sits at a Steam loading icon forever, just like every other version of GE I have tried. Oh well, over it.

[@ActNasty5]

Bro most of the “unplayable” games work just fine for me. Actually every game ive tried to play so far works lol

[@danbooke2001]

@@ActNasty5 I'm beginning to think something is wrong with my SD if that is the case. About 25% of the 88 verified games I have don't load at all, let alone let me play them. And yeah I have tried reinstalling them, resetting my deck to factory settings, and even re-imaging it per supports instructions. Out of the additional 223 games that I have that say 'playable' or 'unsupported', again, about 90% of them won't load or get past a launcher screen after clicking play, next, okay, or whatever game specific prompt I get to continue. I've tried internal memory installation and SD card installations and nada. Steam support has been helping the last week and a half, but at this point I just want it exchanged at very least already.

[@ActNasty5]

@@danbooke2001 hmmm. Only time i had an issue like that was on arkham city but all i had to do was put it in windowed or full screen i forget which

[@0thers1d3]

Haven't touched my PS5 in 3 months. I LOVE the Steam Deck.

[@YourPlayer2]

LoL I hadn't UNTIL Ragnarok dropped :p

[@giopie77]

In my opinion, another big thing in favor of the steam deck is the price. Currently, there are 3 variations with the bottom tier at $400 (which I wouldn't recommend getting) and the mid-tier at $550. Even though it is 50 bucks more games not only go on crazy sales (like 85% off of AAA games) but you don't have to pay those stupid online fees, which is a God send. On the other hand, Ps5 games cost 70$ and rarely go on sale and you have to pay 10$ a month just to play with your friends. Which I personally find soooooo annoying. Another thing that I really enjoy about the SD is the fact that you play Xbox, PC, and PlayStation games all in one place. While not all of them are there or even work, most do. If you don't mind the kind of significant performance hit and really aren't just chasing after those Sony exclusives the SD is really a great choice and is one of the best values in gaming hands down. For the record, I own all three, so I am on no one's side here. Thanks for reading this all the way through and have a great day!

[@YourPlayer2]

Most definitely and they DO offer sales on the Deck periodically as well! Appreciate the feedback and agree, definitely a solid choice as long as you don't mind the occasional compromise :) You have a great day as well!

[@gamesdeep8500]

I've been a PC gamer since the 90, dabbled in consoles but always ended up selling because of not getting the time to play. The time I do play I ended up sitting at the pc trying to decide if it was worth even opening a game. Since getting the steam deck I've played more of my steam library then I have in years and it's incredibly to get back that entertainment anywhere and without taking over the tv.

[@YourPlayer2]

I know right? Personally I grew up on early DOS games like Willie Beamish and Dr. Brain :p

[@yardeeknowwhoitis8144]

You guys are saying that they are different systems but this video is really about what device is better for YOU.

[@YourPlayer2]

Correct- That's really what I was going for rather than doing a big technical dissection of the graphics or something. Just figured for people with one or the other or CONSIDERING getting both it might be helpful to think about things like the controller differences, quirks, etc.

[@michelletoni3067]

I have both, but honestly, i absolutely adore the Steam Deck in every, way….. I honestly dont think if i had to choose, i’d be able to let either, go….. I think theirs enough room in most peoples homes, for one of each console… I have a Switch too, its like comparing Apples, to oranges , to grapes.

[@YourPlayer2]

Right?! Like I love all my systems for different reasons but I just keep coming back to the Deck even for my non-content production gaming :p Glad you dig it, Michelle and thanks for watching :)

[@Bread_n_Butter.]

*there’s

[@animationmann6612]

Price is a Important Topic for both i would compare the Digital Ps5 and Steam Deck based on that not only is the hardware cheaper the games are too by Key Seller.

[@YourPlayer2]

I didn't even THINK about a price comparison but that's a great point! They're pretty evenly matched imho but I think for buying games the Deck is a better option. Although to be fair Sony has been doing TONS of sales on PSN lately it feels like!

[@knives26]

I play to relax my self i’ve done pc gaming too and i concluded for me i want the console couch experience more than handheld or pc. Its just hits u diff with big screen and a light dual sense. Plus with intense games its better with dual sense that in hand held so ps5 for me! This vid help a lot tho thanks

[@YourPlayer2]

Nothing wrong with that and I'm in the same boat! Although I do like playing handheld while I watch something cozy in the background now and again like playing Witcher 3 while watching the netflix series! Glad. you enjoyed the video dude :)

[@Clipahoy]

Imagine the sales. People would probably buy both

[@mastapdog]

The first comparison about playing games and the suspend feature feels like they should at least be a tie. You have to go out of your way to enter desktop mode. So all the deck does is play games, ya know the PS5 has other apps you can wonder into for example, KZbin.. Suspending a game is literally one button press.... don't get it at all

[@YourPlayer2]

You're probably right- I had more issues earlier on with games being slower to suspend/resume on the Deck or at least, taking a little longer than I'd like to put a game to sleep when I was in the middle of combat or something but it does seem a bit better lately. Although last night I hit a really weird issue where I was just waking it up with NO game running and it started auto-scrolling through my library and wouldn't stop so I had to put it to sleep and wake it back up again.

[@mastapdog]

@@YourPlayer2 I just recently got my deck and don't know how it was or had any issues. But then again I've only suspended games in ideal conditions as I've never really used the feature before.

[@YourPlayer2]

Yeah I think it was just because sometimes in chaotic games I'd suspend and could hear myself still getting hit for a second or two XD

[@xervantezxvi5022]

I can’t wait for the Next Steam Deck hopefully we get longer Battery 🔋 anyhow I played Persona 5 Royal on my Steam deck and it last me almost 3 hours gameplay and I love it

[@YourPlayer2]

Oh yeah I'm DEFINITELY not gonna scoff at more battery life! SPEAKING of Persona, can't wait for 3 to come out soon for PC!!

[@eisu7441]

I am planning to buy a deck, but some people said the battery life is trash it is true? I really don't know what to buy for my debut whether ps5 or deck.

[@YourPlayer2]

It CAN be trash depending on the game, but usually even with the most graphically intensive titles you can expect about 90 minutes in my experience. Older, less taxing titles can last for 4-6 hours though. As for which to go for, I'd say it depends on how you like gaming the most or if you have a pressing need for portability! Whatever you choose though they're both excellent systems :)

[@eisu7441]

@@YourPlayer2 maybe I should buy a deck first. One more thing it is okay to use it while charging? I see some people still playing their deck while charging on youtube.

[@YourPlayer2]

Yup, totally fine to play while charging in my experience :)

[@angelordt]

Now i got both and hell yeah the steamdeck rocks🤘🏼🤘🏼

[@YourPlayer2]

Oh awesome! Glad you're enjoying it dude :D

[@KemalistBozkurt]

ROG Ally vs Ps5 is a better comparison since ROG Ally has similar specs to Ps5.

[@YourPlayer2]

At the time I didn't have one sadly but I do now and definitely feels similar playing Spidey!

[@davidgurrola3963]

Just to be clear (English is not my first language) the only reason I’m watching this is because I don’t feel like playing in my ps5 all the time. Having another kind of responsibilities had me grabbing my switch lite and play before going to sleep. I’ve been trying to know more about steam deck and it’s getting more and more interesting every single day. I’ll say that if you’re someone that can’t play that much but enjoys playing an hour or two before going to bed, steam deck would be a better choice. But for those that like to play or they do playing for a living ps5 is way much better for them. Thanks for everyone giving their own POV!

[@YourPlayer2]

Appreciate the insights! Definitely a good way to point out the advantages of having a bedtime system of sorts :)

[@finraziel]

I don't really agree on the first point, the pick up and play factor. The disadvantages you named for the steam deck really only come into play when you consciously start digging into what it can do outside of the default steam environment. By default, you just end up on a list of games, you pick one and it starts, same as PS5. Actually I often just set the steam deck to standby with a game running, and it would have me back in the game within seconds. Combine this with the fact that when you grab the steam deck that's really all you need and you can play wherever you want, I would actually give the nod to the deck here, although the difference is small. For the PS5 it's not much different, but the TV and receiver (in my case) need to turn on, they need to not be in use, you're tied to the same spot in the house to use them... As I said, small difference, but the deck won out for me. Although I also have to say... I actually ended up selling my Steam Deck. I loved the device, but... I found out after a few months it was mostly sitting in the cupboard and I found myself having to take care that I didn't put it away on standby and have the battery run out. In the end, since right now it's still easy to sell them for new price, I decided to do that. I have too many systems and not enough scenarios where I really needed a portable system. Besides, maybe my Switch will get some love again (it was completely unused since the Steam Deck arrived).

[@YourPlayer2]

Well I appreciate your respectfully disagreeing because not every comment has been so kind 😂 It WAS kind of nitpicky on my part but I try to pay close attention to those moments where something gets in the way. Probably a character flaw in the patience department to be honest. Sorry to hear it wasn't a good fit for ya, but I bet you didn't have much trouble selling it! And same here- my Switch has NOT gotten a lot of love and that sucks because there are some games I really wanna try on it like Live A Live!

[@Clipahoy]

I'll buy both. Buy in one console and play on both

[@MrMartellSincere]

I'm getting my Steam Deck very soon. Especially with the 512 GB with all my Steam games 😊

[@YourPlayer2]

Congrats, dude! Anything in particular you're enjoying on it so far?

[@MrMartellSincere]

@@YourPlayer2 saving money for it now

[@ReeceyN17]

As someone who is planning on getting steam deck and never played pc gaming, if I start buying games with a steam account will it be ready to download on my steam deck when I get 1?

[@YourPlayer2]

They will indeed, sadboy! :)

[@Vick615]

cant argue with this i just got my steam deck window 11 and havent touch the ps5 since

[@YourPlayer2]

Yup, it has a way of dominating your gaming time for SURE.

[@Clipahoy]

Sony is capable of making a powerful handheld. Think of it as 2 variants. A handheld and a console. Buy whichever you want. We make games for both of them.

[@YourPlayer2]

Right?! I LOVE my PSPs and Vita and really wish they'd get back in the game someday. But for now it's neat using Chiaki to stream PS4/5 stuff to the Deck for play :)

[@godot1785]

bruh these are completly different things you cant compare

[@frozengamer3030]

I totally agree

[@Shadybiglpac]

I have a PS five and planning on getting a deck and personally I would compare the two to see what I would play more

[@frozengamer3030]

@@Shadybiglpac of If I had the deck I would play that more

[@Shadybiglpac]

@@frozengamer3030 I feel you I think I would too but I’d miss out on bigger titles and multiplayer seshs with the bros

[@YourPlayer2]

I mean yeah, there's a LOT different between them but fundamentally they're two 4-500ish dollar machines that play games ya know? That's why I didn't really do some technical deep dive on graphical prowess or anything, but rather covered practical differences between the two of them that lead me to prefer one to another at any given moment- PARTICULARLY for multiplatform releases where I want to get the best experience based on the game.

[@dark_eyeking9627]

Hey i have a xbox series s which i am happy with but i have been really wanting to play spider man and gow so i am not sure if i should get a ps5 or steam deck. I want the steam deck specifically for ps exclusives and for emulating nintendo switch games i guess i could stream my xbox games aswell but in the other hand the ps5 has better performance and i will probably just use it to play gow ragnarok and spider man 2 and never wouch it again until a new game releases so which do u think i should get. Keep in mind i still have a xbox series. Thank u.

[@YourPlayer2]

Understandable! Steam Deck will give you the most flexibility and a lot of PS exclusives (though not ALL- Bloodborne comes to mind) make their way to PC. I'd say unless you're die-hard on getting day one access to PS exclusives the Deck might be the better choice :)

[@ericjp1059]

I want to buy one so bad but it’s not released in New Zealand yet?some stores are selling it for $1400 nzd😢

[@YourPlayer2]

Doesn't look like it yet but hopefully you won't have to wait too long, eric!

[@ghostsofsociety]

Hey Josh, I can't wait to play The Last of Us and Ghost of Tsushima on PC but I have a feeling that my current PC is a little weak. A while ago I couldn't decide between a Gaming PC or the Series X but now I want the Series X, problem is: I have to wait a little longer, I really need to go for an eye exam but I have to wait until September.

[@YourPlayer2]

Dude you're gonna LOVE them I'm sure :) Hopefully you can bump the settings down a bit and get a good experience out of them both! But yes, make sure your eyes are good since those are helpful for enjoying the graphics and all :p

[@ghostsofsociety]

@@YourPlayer2 Hi Josh, I just ordered the elgato video capture to record some PS1/2 Gameplays, it should arrive this week or the next one, meanwhile I will try to rest my eyes to avoid any damage. I need to wait at least another month but I will have a lot of Games waiting for me. Have a great day. :)

[@A.SushiRoll]

I'm actually having trouble deciding on what to get, they're both really good consoles 😵😵😵

[@YourPlayer2]

I mean you could always go for both :p But if you're only going to go for one I'd pick the one that most suits your typical playstyle be it in front of a couch or on-the-go :) Either way you'll have a great time I'm certain!

[@A.SushiRoll]

@@YourPlayer2 thanks 👍👍👍

[@YourPlayer2]

@@A.SushiRoll You're most welcome and lemme know what you sort out!

[@yoitsmegabe]

It's weird, I could stream games to my tablet with a controller before but since I got the deck I'm playing way more of my backlog and indie titles. once I beat the last few games on switch this will replace my switch as my lunch break console.

[@YourPlayer2]

Same here- I tend to play the big AAA games on my PS5 or Series X but a lot of older/indie titles are great fun to explore on the deck and it's also great for crushing through older console generation titles on my backlog :)

[@Kokopilau77]

One of the things I’m looking forward too when I snag the Deck later this month, is the better graphics, prices, DLC options, and availability of games. Case in point, BSG Deadlock. Nintendo has the vanilla game and that’s it… no updates, no modern Battlestar DLC. Nothing. All the others have it. What I’m apprehensive about is the lifecycle. I know towards the end of the XBX/PS5 lifecycle, they’ll still be able to run new games relatively well while still looking g good. However, I also know from my PC gaming days , that in about 4-6 years, the hardware will not support the newest games that well, with it being completely unable to support the more power hungry games, (Elden Rings, GRAs, etc) at all.

[@YourPlayer2]

Congrats on the forthcoming Deck and hope you dig it! Not familiar with BSG Deadlock so I'll have to look it up but that's a bummer for Nintendo fans. I think that's a valid concern, plus I think Valve already said not to expect a Steam Deck 2 anytime soon but we'll see I guess.

[@Kokopilau77]

@@YourPlayer2 yeah, Nintendo tends to do that a lot to their fanbase… or it’s severely gimped and more resembles something built for mobile phones. Deadlock is a RTS based on the Battlestar Galactica universe. It’s a good game (PS4) version. I know the Deck will offer me mod support and I’ll still keep the Switch for different JRPGs.

[@derrickjohnson4952]

It fills the ps vita shaped whole in my heart

[@YourPlayer2]

LoL that's a great description for it

[@z00kz]

i might just go with my plan to get a ps5 then sell my old ps4 and my oled TOTK switch to get a steam deck and by then it should drop in price

[@YourPlayer2]

LoL I've been thinking about parting ways with my Animal Crossing Switch but I love special edition consoles so hard to stomach :p

[@chodicuss1889]

He reminds me of alvin from the chipmunks

[@YourPlayer2]

I promise I'll drink less Red Bull before filming next time ok?! :p

[@Svabby]

Do you think they'll make a steam deck 2 soon?

[@YourPlayer2]

I mean it's always possible, but they did just do the OLED model so it might still be a few years out!

[@cryogenicheart2019]

The steam deck is more expensive than the ps5.

[@YourPlayer2]

I guess it depends on the model- like the top tier steam deck DEFINITELY pricier, but if you went for the 64GB it's at least competitive!

[@idiotwithasniper9515]

Hey yeah im worried about getting a steam deck because i dont know if it is okay to play when plugged in or that it has a tiny library of games could anyone help me clear this up?

[@YourPlayer2]

Yup, fine to play plugged in and massive library of games :)

[@idiotwithasniper9515]

@@YourPlayer2 welp I'm sold lol

[@PopPunkNerd]

How is Halo and Star Wars Battlefront 2 on steamdeck? Planning to sell my Xbox series s for a steam deck

[@YourPlayer2]

Halo MCC is great save for multiplayer but haven't tried BF2!

[@PopPunkNerd]

@@YourPlayer2 do you need Xbox live in order to play the multiplayer?

[@YourPlayer2]

No it’s just that because of anticheat I don’t think it works

[@PopPunkNerd]

@@YourPlayer2 so I just have disable that in order to boot up and play online?

[@DestroyNations]

Which storage is best to buy?

[@YourPlayer2]

I think I have one linked in the description that I used!

[@thehandmadehero2043]

Help, I need to chose just one to get! What should I get???

[@YourPlayer2]

Depends on what you prefer to play! If you have a ton of steam games already the Deck might be the way to go but if playing your PS4 library is important and you're looking to play those PS exclusives as soon as they drop rather than wait for a PC port go for the PS5!

[@GojoRamsay888]

Is it comparable to mid-tier gaming pc? I want steam deck too but not available here in SEA.

[@YourPlayer2]

I've heard this is the case, but I don't have one nearby that I could test with :p Hopefully it'll be available to you before too long!

[@minisithunknown5568]

I have what I consider a upper mid tier gaming PC as it can play VR games. From the videos I seen I would agree it is similar to a mid tier gaming PC. But I am anchored to a desk for gaming like players being anchored to the couch for games.

[@YourPlayer2]

LoL I can definitely relate to being anchored to the couch :p

[@GojoRamsay888]

Steam deck is the ice breaker for me. PC gaming on the go our table tops cant do that 🤣

[@applehazeva2739]

Its basically an GTX 1050 Ti to go

[@Hitlersfrog35367]

I am a huge fan of the ps5 and steam deck but I only have the budget for one which one should I take and dont tell me it depends on what I like more tell me which one you would buy ( background info I never played on a PlayStation because I own a switch but I hated the switch and regretted it soooo much ) hoe you respond before a week 😊

[@YourPlayer2]

LoL well I mean more than what you like it ALSO depends on how you play! If you commute/travel a lot then I'd go for the Deck, but if you're on your couch a lot ad want those PS exclusives out of the gate then go for the PS5! If I HAD to pick right now without knowing ANYTHING else about you or your play habits/preferences I would say the Deck ONLY because it's likely to give you the most flexibility/bang for the buck moving forward if you ever want to play those games again on PC and a lot of PlayStation games make their way to PC nowadays- hope this helps!

[@Hitlersfrog35367]

Tysm I went for the ps5 cause i dont travel and often stay in the living room

[@kratos2105]

I have both and love both, also have a series s.

[@YourPlayer2]

Same here! I think a lot of people assumed I was hating one way or the other but nope, like anything pros and cons to each :)

[@keep1hunnid]

what is the name of the game with the deer mount?

[@YourPlayer2]

That would be Evil Dead: Regeneration :)

[@Jpaktech]

I was listening to this in background while working so sorry if he mentioned it but I missed it. Anyone know a work around for how to get dualsense only actions to work on steamdeck? For example ghost of Tsushima touch actions for guiding wind?

[@YourPlayer2]

I did not BUT I'll look into it because I'm curious as well! I've only done local Remote Play from the PS5 thus far but I'd like to try the direct streaming option and see how it goes so if I can sort that out I'll reply here, J. Pak :)

[@Thornskade]

By default, the Steam Deck converts all your controllers to Xinput. Dualsense-specific features only work if the game recognizes that you're using a Dualsense controller, but it thinks you're using an Xbox controller On Windows, you have to disable Steam Input in your controller options so that Steam doesn't tell games that you're using an Xbox controller instead of a Dualsense. From what I can tell this is not (yet) possible in Game Mode on the Steam Deck OS, so you would need to play your games in desktop mode

[@YourPlayer2]

Ah ok, screenshotting this for reference then and appreciate it!

[@unboxyou1]

But ps5 controller dual sense experiece is something unmatchable

[@YourPlayer2]

Agreed! Wish more would innovate in the controller space :)

[@Snaaake_Beater]

9:44 what is the name of the game

[@YourPlayer2]

That would be Evil Dead: Fistful of Boomstick :)

[@malikahmed8339]

Can u play onlinr gaming in it like fifa or call of duty?

[@YourPlayer2]

SOME games you can play online, but I know others might have issues if anticheat is a component unfortunately.

[@Tom--Ace]

There's plenty of games that don't make it to PS4/consoles but do on PC, so that's hardly a point for the PS5!

[@YourPlayer2]

I mentioned as much! Just saying if you're especially interested in PS4/PS5 exclusives and holding out for a PC port you might be disappointed is all!

[@Tom--Ace]

@@YourPlayer2 you're right that if you want PS exclusives, ps5 is the way to go! Besides, the PS5 is a full blown proper console experience, hugely more powerful and even has a VR kit. So it's certainly not rendered obsolete either by gaming PC's (much more expensive and faffy, though significantly more powerful), or steam deck (halfway house between console and PC)

[@YourPlayer2]

NO JOKE- Glad they brought Spider-Man over though and I'm SURE they'll bring Miles too at some point! Also on a side note you see that new DualSense they announced today? I WANT IT.

[@xervantezxvi5022]

I love my Steam Deck I played All the Resident Evils on Steam Deck and beat them all than my ps5

[@YourPlayer2]

I think that's one of the most consistently good performers on the Deck honestly :)

[@Blevi_]

I just got my steam deck it’s downloading the updates

[@YourPlayer2]

Congratulations, Blevi! Anything in particular you're pumped to play on it? :)

[@godofdestruction3446]

Link video to that chiaki u said in the intro

[@YourPlayer2]

Here ya go! kzbin.info/www/bejne/mqDCZoeZnbaBaZY

[@obidahasdia4095]

i have ps5 + series X + 2 steam decks + x5 ps3s + 360 im all set❤️❤️

[@YourPlayer2]

Not a bad collection at all!

[@obidahasdia4095]

@@YourPlayer2 x5 ps3s and xbox360 too

[@luckyallstar13ify]

How far away can you remote play using the Steam Deck? I wanted to remote play on my PS5 outside of my home. Is that a bad idea?

[@YourPlayer2]

As long as you have a strong WiFi connection you should be fine, but be mindful of the temperature as you don't want it getting too hot!

[@AMD47-yt]

Just traded my Xbox series x for a steam deck and I play on PlayStation also

[@YourPlayer2]

Oh nice! Congrats on the new deck dude :)

[@TheInnerCastle]

Thanks boss

[@YourPlayer2]

You're most welcome!

[@chriscobayne2235]

Imma get it for my bd I’m sure it’ll be good for gaming but Idunno if it’s good for my productivity lol

[@YourPlayer2]

LoL I mean, ya gotta cut loose and have some fun sometimes right? :p And happy early birthday!

[@chriscobayne2235]

@@YourPlayer2 thanks breh

[@benson733]

Wow. The duel sense wins? What. Shock it's a compact controller. I doubt any handheld ever will win.

[@YourPlayer2]

Well it doesn't really 'win' per se and that might've been bad phrasing on my part. I'm just saying personally if there's a game I REALLY wanna get invested in and get the full range of the experience that's where I'd want to play :)

[@benson733]

@@YourPlayer2 I guess that makes sense. Some people call the deck ND it's controller a game changer

[@YourPlayer2]

@@benson733 I think the Deck IS a game changer, but mostly for my portable play. I don't like docked mode much tbh

[@merlin-ju6fu]

Ghosts of TS will make it to the PC because of money. :) Also how many titles are available for the PS5 ? The Steam Deck has in the thousands.

[@YourPlayer2]

I'm POSITIVE Ghosts will make it over at some point! This early in the life cycle? Probably a couple hundred I'd guess but probably thousands if you include PS4 games that are playable on it

[@minisithunknown5568]

I hope so. I have been waiting for The Last of Us to hit Steam, I would not mind if it was another PC store as long as it is on the PC.

[@traestephen7276]

the last of us and the new spider man game are actually coming to pc soon

[@YourPlayer2]

I saw! Definitely glad to see them coming over :)

[@KamalaChameleon]

I'll take a steam deck over 10 playstation Vs..

[@YourPlayer2]

I mean they both have their merits but Deck DEFINITELY gets most of my gaming time nowadays!

[@KiIISwitch]

We all know the ps5 is better but the fact that u have a desktop mode and u can literally PLAY PS5 EXCLUSIVES AND AAAs ON THE GO IS A BIG ADVANTAGE but come on we all know ur always at home so u dont really need it and u probably have laptop or sum So nah ps5 wins But I would say theyre both good and equal

[@YourPlayer2]

Yup, both have their pros and cons and at home the Ally/Deck are my go-tos whenever I want to throw on a movie or something on TV while I chill with something more familiar on the couch :)

[@KiIISwitch]

@@YourPlayer2 i mean I don’t use a tv cuz i have a monitor But it doesn’t matter cuz i have them both

[@RIZZYFLOURS]

It is better than ps5 but it's not in the same category, ps5 is a gaming console an entertainment system if you will for a home setting, where as steam deck is like a gaming laptop/portable cpu. This is kind of a stupid comparison even though the steam deck is better, its basically a gaming cpu

[@YourPlayer2]

Sorry you didn't dig it man- I just wanted to outline some of the things I consider when choosing which system to play or buy a game for based on the different experiences they offer rather than do like a big technical deep dive ya know? Because if I did the PS5 would almost certainly come out on top graphically 😂

[@RIZZYFLOURS]

@@YourPlayer2 no I liked it It's ok the content is good I'm just voicing my opinions, I mean I looked at it for a reason right. So no malice here. Every input is important without it how would we have healthy debates and learn, your just sharing your outlook so I respect it.

[@YourPlayer2]

@@RIZZYFLOURS Dude thanks for the clarification and agree! Honestly it's really refreshing to get some well-meaning constructive criticism because without it I'm just kind of in an echo chamber over here making my best guess ya know?

[@RIZZYFLOURS]

@@YourPlayer2 I hear ya keep up the content. Respect

[@jejomarserate3472]

I have ps5 but still wanting to buy steam deck😂😂😂

[@YourPlayer2]

Bwahaha nothing wrong with that- both of them get a ton of play for me!

[@dominosnostradamus2415]

Can’t play halo or emulate on ps5

[@YourPlayer2]

Correct!

[@conarot]

Blood borne on the deck 🤯

[@YourPlayer2]

RIGHT? I know it's not native or anything but using Remote Play to get it on the Deck is SOMETHING at least. Still holding out hope that they'll announce a remake/remaster of the original or a sequel but I'm not holding my breath either 🤡

[@minisithunknown5568]

You have to acknowledge that the Steam Deck is the first console designed by Valve as the Playstation is on its 5th or 6th console. So things should run smoother on the PS.

[@YourPlayer2]

Most definitely! I imagine future iterations of the Deck will take some feature cues from other handhelds as well :)

[@St0dal]

unsubbed because of incredible boring formats. you cant say "is better" and then "and vice versa" it completly destroys your point dude

[@YourPlayer2]

Sorry it's not for you and take care!

[@mathiasdalistan7677]

lol having a low graphics handheld and a fast draining battery and a super hot temperature while gaming so yeah, Ps5 is better than anyones's console

[@frozengamer3030]

Both different systems dude

[@YourPlayer2]

Most certainly! That's why I wanted to look at those differences because I tend to think through a lot of different factors when I'm looking to buy a new game that releases on multiple platforms. Sometimes the PS5 wins out because I LOVE the Dualsense controller, but then sometimes a crazy good sale on PC or a genre well lent to the portable format like a visual novel might have me look more at the Steam Deck ya know?

[@frozengamer3030]

@@YourPlayer2 I see now

[@YourPlayer2]

@@frozengamer3030 Yeah dude I'm not out to trash either of them I promise :p

[@frozengamer3030]

@@YourPlayer2 I didn’t mean anything by it

[@YourPlayer2]

@@frozengamer3030 No worries dude!

[@gothicm3rcy426]

given sony and nintendo are the greediest and dirtiest (tactics) companies in gaming... id buy pretty much anything thats NOT sony or nintendo

[@YourPlayer2]

Yeah, they've definitely had their moments- I still remember the PSN debacle back in...what was that 2011?

[@hasannuhanovic1025]

Ps5 is better than steam deck graphics on steam deck are low and on ps5 more higher

[@YourPlayer2]

I agree!

[@gmotsjr13]

I mean you gotta keep making videos for content I guess?

[@YourPlayer2]

Most definitely! Usually I drop videos on Tuesdays and Thursdays and have them scheduled out a few weeks in advance but since I got the virus last month I was out of commission for a few weeks unfortunately.

[@PhillipLemmon]

For $650 you get.... UNLIMITED POWAH! for the price of the ps5... You get....... Some games....? I guess...? Lol (I say that Cuz most games that get released are like one level you get to play and for 60 more you get to BUY the rest of it. So... There is that..... I guess.

[@YourPlayer2]

LoL it IS a pretty powerful device and open at that! I mean I still love my PS5 but it's weird that I can play PS2 games more easily on the Steam Deck :p

[@sharn5559]

You can get 2 steam decks for the price of a PS5, no comparison

[@YourPlayer2]

LoL with how hard they are to find that's a good point :p

[@DestroyNations]

Where? I'm only seeing them for $600 to $1200

[@kleeklee4572]

You compare steam deck to switch then there’s no way to compare it with next gen hardware like ps5.

[@YourPlayer2]

Well you CAN compare them, just more so on the basis of use case/form factors than graphical prowess as the PS5 should pretty handily win that battle every time :p