Should YOU Buy a Steam Deck?: A Review

[@dopytheangel]

I already bought one and it’s under the Christmas tree just for me. I been wanting this since it was first Announced. I can’t wait to use it.

[@jfiggy7145]

The wait is the hardest part

[@dopytheangel]

@@jfiggy7145 It sure is.

[@jacobross735]

@@jfiggy7145honestly worth it imo. I couldn’t justify buying a novelty like this at full price. Don’t get me wrong it’s great and I’m loving it so far but I would never have spent full price on it. Same thing with VR I waited to pick up a PSVR2 and I only paid half of the retail price and the wait was worth it because there is actually a fair amount of games compared to launch.

[@L8NiteCoffeeSips]

Hope you got the oled version. If not, you have done yourself a huge disservice 😅

[@dopytheangel]

@@L8NiteCoffeeSips Yes I did but the sound does not work at all. I want bazzite, but It wont go to sd card. I dont want steam os and its just been a nightmare. I will try steamos I guess.

[@dagreatghosface]

You missed one of the biggest groups of people who should get one - since having kids my playtime has been dramatically reduced and its hard to find even an hr to play something until they are sleep, but with the screen off "pause" i'm able to steal smaller chunks of time to play games without having to try to get back into the actual gameplay through menus and what not

[@jeboyzs]

This is literally the only reason I bought one.

[@jfiggy7145]

@@dagreatghosface You’re right I didn’t think about that but glad you’re able to have time to play for yourself even with the kiddos.

[@nexpresspro]

I am 54 years young, have almost every gaming system since the Intellivision in 1979, and purchased the Steam Deck OLED 512GB in early December, with the Steam Dock (I know its pricey, but it was easy). Not to go over the top, but hard not to gush about it…it’s exceptional. I travel for work, and it has gone with me on my last two trips. I play it on the plane, in the airport, and my hotel room in the evenings. The battery lasts much longer than I expected…but I will probably get a battery bank at some point. When I am home…connect it to the Dock, and it plays beautifully on my 40” 4K TV, connected to a PS5 controller. It will play thousands of games from Steam. I haven’t touched another system this whole month. It is quickly becoming my go to system. The final and best thing about it, is I have 3 sons that are all gamers. They all have super powered gaming laptops, and now with my Steam Deck I am enjoying a bunch of games with them in co-op. The Steam Deck has just exceeded all my expectations, and given me another avenue to connect with my sons. I LOVE IT!

[@jfiggy7145]

@@nexpresspro Glad you’re enjoying yours and that’s awesome that you can connect with your sons with the deck.

[@cajunasian71]

And here I thought I was the only Ol Skewl Gamer left. 2600 in 77. My buddy had the Intellivision and my next console was ColecoVision. Rock On Man.

[@nexpresspro]

@@cajunasian71 Thank you my 70"s gaming console brother! I still fire up the Intellivision and my Colecovision multiple times a year. So many games that I still enjoy like when I was a kid. Have you invested in a Steam Deck? I am still playing the hell out of it...

[@arthurchristensen9425]

I’m 52. I love games. Have everything. Except this. Good story. Thanks

[@NerdArchive]

I haven't had a gaming pc for nearly a decade, since my last one was fried by lightning. Ever since, I've gone from cheap refurbished console to cheap refurbished console, always a generation behind and always because replacing my gaming rig stopped being plausible for me in the modern economy. I have a 16 year old steam account with 150 games on it that hasn't been touched since January 2015. But this year, things were good and I got an unexpected Christmas bonus. I was looking at buying into the modern generation with a ps5, then I remembered the steam deck existed. After weeks of research, I bought the 1tb OLED deck and am waiting on its arrival. I'm looking forward to getting back into PC gaming with my steam deck, which was way way way more affordable than building another $2,000 gaming pc. You asked what got us to buy it, so there ya go! Lol

[@enutrofdude]

I've had my OLED Steam Deck for about a year now, and I strongly believe that you're going to _love_ yours. There are more powerful "handhelds" out there now, but I don't even consider purchasing any of them. The Deck is too blissful of an experience for me to care about 'em.

[@NerdArchive]

Lol. I bet there are. But power really isn't ever my focus. I want something with ease of use. Fixable? Yup. Upgradeable? Yup. Comes from a not so evil company? Yup. Cheap? Yup. Lol

[@jfiggy7145]

Sorry to hear about that old PC but glad you grabbed a deck.

[@danedi2951]

Ive watched a few of these recently and A LOT of KZbinrs get their facts wrong. You did a really good job reaearching / giving valuable anecdotes. Thanks for the vid.

[@jfiggy7145]

@@danedi2951 Thank you I appreciate it. What are other KZbinrs saying that’s wrong if you don’t mind me asking? Just curious

[@jabur81]

Man oh man, the Steam Deck has been a massive boost for my gaming. I got mine at the tail end of July and according to my Steam Replay it’s already accounted for 84% of my playtime this year

[@nirorit]

Yes, yes you should. Bought one 2 months ago and it has reignited my love for gaming.

[@jfiggy7145]

Same here that backlog is getting a little too much

[@luckyimmordif2608]

Man i'm obsessing as well on the steam deck but i'm waiting for my birthday to actually get one, this video hits really well all the points that really fascinate me about this "console". For now i'm just gettin back into gaming and after exploring the world of modding (mainly the basics) and emulation i'm fascinated on the capabilities of this device.

[@jfiggy7145]

@@luckyimmordif2608 For me the wait was the worst part so I wish you the best of luck and patience 😭. Happy early birthday 🎂

[@TK_GX]

23:00 hey im glad you're doing better. someone hears ya. thanks for the video. I googled "should I buy a steam deck" and you came up. ;)

[@jfiggy7145]

@@TK_GX thank you I really appreciate it more than you know

[@clouds_demise]

purchased mine today, hope it arrives before new year :D Starting a new Job with 12h shifts as a security dude and this is perfect to kill the hours. bought myself an used switch just 2 montths ago but barely using it. Gonna play the games I wanted on it and sell it again

[@enutrofdude]

Good review. 👍 The fact that SteamOS is Linux-based was a major factor behind my decision to purchase the OLED Steam Deck a year ago. Getting away from Windows is a good choice for people to make. Actually putting the Deck and its trackpads to use absolutely reaffirmed my decision.

[@jfiggy7145]

Right? Linux is awesome

[@JoshuaStockton]

Great quality video. Thanks for the info. Was gifted the limited edition oled. You vid must be getting traction on the algorithm. Earned a sub. Merry Christmas!

[@jfiggy7145]

@@JoshuaStockton Thank you! Merry Christmas to you too!

[@YuukitheMighty1]

I purchased mine during the Autumn sale. I grabbed the LCD model and adore it. It reignited my love for gaming while being a gateway into PC gaming. My goal for next year is to build my first gaming pc, so the steam deck is a perfect in-between.

[@Zero-wl7oe]

I have a gaming PC but I never really use it because I'm too lazy to switch on the computer and bla bla bla. I want a steam deck because I want something there beside me in bed where I can just switch it on whenever I want fall asleep and switch it back on etc with no efforts.

[@gaetanlauze7218]

Really enjoyed your breakdown. A lot of info for the casual gamer who is looking to get into PC gaming. Informative and to the point 👍🏼

[@jfiggy7145]

@@gaetanlauze7218 Thank you! Glad I could help

[@mindofmxz]

the steam deck saved gaming for me tbh, i bought mine at the beginning of this december and it’s so damn good. after having a shopping spree for games i’m now more than good to go to keep my hobby. i hated sitting at my desk AGAIN after working 10+ hours at my job. now im just chilling in my bed playing what ever i feel like. best thing is, i can play games that i hadn’t played in my childhood (when i wanted to) without any hassle. right know it’s bayonetta and i LOVE it, even tho im a diehard DMC Fan. also, the way you can customize it to your liking is incredible. SteamOS itself is clean don’t get me wrong, but it’s too “social” for my taste and i trimmed my Deck so hard down to only focus on gaming.

[@jfiggy7145]

@@mindofmxz Glad to hear it helped you. Making a device custom made to you is just so satisfying especially if you know what you’re doing.

[@dijahmedi4882]

Thank you for the extensive video! Very informative. I do not have a steam deck yet, but I enjoy learning about it until I do. Wishing you a prosperous 2025. Cheers!

[@jfiggy7145]

@@dijahmedi4882 Thank you so much for the kind words! Wishing you a wonderful 2025 as well friend. Hope you get that deck soon.

[@RooTATooT]

Just bought one a few days ago can’t wait for it to come. The main reason I got it was because it’d be nice to have during college when winter breaks over and because I don’t have the space to bring my pc or want to lug it around.

[@JeremyWilliams-v8m]

SD is my best purchase ever! Great vid brotha

[@jfiggy7145]

@@JeremyWilliams-v8m thank you I appreciate it!

[@coolermaster]

Just got mine. Enjoying playing games I wasn’t able to play for a long time. My last console was a ps4 and none after that. So I have a lot of games I have in mind that I will play on my SD. Persona 5 comes to mind for starters

[@jfiggy7145]

Persona 5 is great on the deck

[@AshGar_the_Gray]

Very good video, I just ordered my deck and this boosted my confidence in my decision. Also, I hope this year is more kind to you and your loved ones. Definitely liked and subscribed and look forward to seeing more of your content. Best wishes and Happy New Year ❤

[@jfiggy7145]

@@AshGar_the_Gray thank you I really appreciate the kind words happy new year to you too

[@RobertSmith-tu7rl]

Got one a few months ago upgraded my Storage to 2 tbs The amount of things it can do is amazing

[@jfiggy7145]

@@RobertSmith-tu7rl You can never have too much storage.

[@RobertSmith-tu7rl]

@jfiggy7145 not at all!

[@victorvannatter312]

Just bought a lightly used one and it’s great. I was a PlayStation guy before but this is great. Oh and shmimtento emulation! Rocking that right now.

[@Wimmle]

My partner got me the white limited edition for Christmas, I also have a legion go so I like my hand-helds and its brilliant. The legion go is a laptop replacement love it but the steamdeck is a dedicated hand-held.

[@alicekoopa2518]

Steam deck oled is hands down my favorite device I have ever bought in my life and I really mean that.

[@ILoveJahangeer]

Excellent video! We need to get you out there!

[@jfiggy7145]

Thank you. Maybe one day

[@primon1692]

JFIGGY GAMING THIS IS THE BEST VIDEO IVE EVER SEEN

[@jfiggy7145]

🫡

[@merciless972]

Based for having persona and shin Megami Tensei on it. I want to get a steam deck to use it as a Jrpg machine!

[@jfiggy7145]

@@merciless972 I’m just a Megami Tensei series enjoyer but thank you. And yeah DQ 3 is what I’m currently finishing up.

[@Eikonic_Heropon]

i was looking into this for emulation purposes thank you for this video 🎮🎮🔥🔥literally right on time, Hang in there 👑👑

[@jfiggy7145]

@@Eikonic_Heropon Then you’ve come to the right place my friend this thing can do wonders glad I could help 🫡

[@Eikonic_Heropon]

@jfiggy7145 🫡 and Subscribed thank you 🔥

[@shauryshrivastavakumar5075]

You did, thank you. I’m definitely going

[@cmcq6126]

I got a steam deck as I knew I had limitations but with use it should get better

[@arniespace]

Thanks for the informative video. I've been seriously considering getting a steam deck lately. I am a big fan of the Linux OS and Valve has done the most good work toward making gaming possible on Linux, so there is one reason for me to get one. I'll admit that I don't like Steam because of the software that must run on my PC in order to use it. Same for GoG Galaxy btw. I installed GoG a couple weeks ago to keep No Mans Sky updated, since there are so many updates on that game. Uninstalled it the same day, drives me nuts. I don't have a Steam account at the moment, so no games in my library, but I do have 260 games on GoG currently. If I do get the steam deck, I will purchase some games for it, but I probably won't play those games on PC. The second big reason for me to get a "deck" is to play racing games, since GoG don't have very many good racing games. Also I've seen some good space games that are not available on GoG that I would most likely enjoy playing. As far as handheld hardware goes, it will definitely NOT have Windoze as the OS. I would love to get rid of Microsoft all together on my PC's as well, but there are many software programs that I use for graphics design that are probably never going to run on Linux. My hatred for Windows only increases on a daily basis, but I love some of the software that I've paid A LOT of money for, so I'm stuck using it on at least one computer for now. If Valve makes a Steam OS for PC I will build a gaming rig just for that, fingers crossed.

[@ChaoticLads]

Was trying to decide between the ROG Ally X and the Steam Deck OLED, and after watching this I think I'll just get a Steam Deck I think this is the first time I've ever watched a review of a product and it actually impacted my decision. Usually I watch reviews to learn about the product, but you have actually managed to convince me

[@jfiggy7145]

@@ChaoticLads glad to hear I convinced you I just personally love this thing even though it’s not perfect it’s just really good

[@josh3854]

As someone with both, I use the ally x a couple hours a day. I haven't touched the oled deck in months

[@iTristendo]

Fun fact: if you switch to desktop mode and download your games or game updates on Steam that way, the screen can turn off while it downloads in the background.

[@jfiggy7145]

@@iTristendo I actually did not know that I’ll be sure to keep that in mind next time I have a beefy game.

[@KM-hk8tc]

Also great video - subbed!

[@jfiggy7145]

Thanks for the sub!

[@neverworse1467]

Watching here from my 64Go LCD Steam Deck upgraded with a 2To SSD and dual booted with Windows (no SD card needed for that btw, a USB stick works) and the Windows part is just in case I can't avoid it. I stick with Steam OS. Bought a Steam Deck for myself after convincing my girlfriend who never had any real gaming device to buy one herself (it has become her lone computer) ans seeing her enjoying it. Was coming from a dying 10 years old gaming laptop so the Steam Deck was actually a specs improvements in my case. I am convinced with the product, it does what I need and allow me to get rid of Windows.

[@arkvslink5287]

Thanks for the info!

[@jfiggy7145]

Anytime 😁

[@olgaa.yermakhanova6603]

Just bought it. Not a gamer at all and have not time to play in general, but.. it has HOMM3&5 and FF13! Had to have it.

[@kristinakim7]

I just ordered mine and waiting for it to come 😊 I don’t have a gaming pc/laptop and don’t plan to buy, and my asus zenbook of 8 years cannot load even the easiest games I have in steam. So steamdeck is a perfect solution for me to come back to my favorite games ❤

[@jfiggy7145]

@@kristinakim7 hope you enjoy it!

[@EggEnjoyer]

I just got mine a week ago. The wait is literally torture 😂

[@syliagray]

I was going to buy a Nintendo Switch for the first time as late as 2022, and then I decided to get a Steam Deck instead because if I got the Switch, then I had to buy games. But I already have a ton of games in my Steam library, and some of them have been sitting there unplayed for years. But then a friend of mine told me about the ROG Ally and I canceled my plans to buy the Steam Deck and got the Ally instead because it had a newer and more powerful APU. It's not perfect, but I still I love it. I wish the ROG Ally had the two touch pads in addition to the touch screen, just like the Steam Deck, but I don't regret getting the Ally instead of the Steam Deck.

[@CharlieMander843]

A thing to consider for people deciding is how/where you normally game. I game laying down in bed most of the time and its way to heavy to hold comfortablely in that position for long periods. So I got a controller, then screen is to far away so I thought about getting a larger screen and released a laptop would be 10× better for me. And for travel Ive found a laptop takes up much less valuable space in a bag than the awkward shape of steam deck and I would have a laptop with me anyway. Steam deck is cool but there is no scenario where it has any advantage over a laptop for my use case. So I sold steam deck and upgraded laptop to something thats also more powerful than steam deck. Only disadvantage is more expensive. And higher power draw at 100W

[@jfiggy7145]

@CharlieMander843 there’s accessories that help with laying down while playing on the deck there’s this cool pillow made by the company Mechanism that’s made for that exact issue so your hands won’t get tired playing while laying down.

[@unbreakingchaos2044]

Man I kind of wish I had known about this device sooner. I had a gaming laptop with over 30 games on steam and had purchased a ps4 to play some of the games I’ve had bought on steam but couldn’t play at the time because of my non working gaming laptop. Just realized I could’ve probably saved a lot of money with the steamdeck.

[@cajunasian71]

I am a MS Engineer but also an tester for several developers since the PS3/ 360 era. And I found myself failing out of love with gaming as being on PC even after hours still feels like work to me. The X, S, and PS5... same feeling. Testing, but no passion. The Switch helped but after BOTW, haven't wanted to pick it up. Maybe the Deck will reignite it again 🤔 or do I wait for another handheld that leverages Steam OS but has more horsepower...

[@jfiggy7145]

@@cajunasian71 I don’t think you’d find anything better besides the ROG Ally X but I had a bit of trouble setting everything up on there and I still use my steam deck way more unless it’s a game that doesn’t run on Linux so it’s my online only device but it just depends on how much you’re looking to spend. I’m just heavily biased towards the deck because I love it so much.

[@cajunasian71]

You and @nexpresspro pretty much convinced me. lol. Ordered the 512 and (fingers crossed) it arrives within the next week. Looking forward to finding the ol skewl gamer again that I lost testing for the "Big Guys". Steam .. take my 🤑. 😁

[@useyoucom]

Happy new year 🥳 🎉

[@justinthyme98]

Anyone know if the Steam Deck OLED 512GB has ever been on sale or if there’s a chance it will be sometime soon?

[@jfiggy7145]

@@justinthyme98 so far it’s been on sale like 3 times so far the next will probably be the steam spring sale so keep an eye out for that

[@rainman5026]

Thanks man for give me some tips…i also planning on buying steam deck oled

[@jfiggy7145]

@@rainman5026 no problem

[@SanzoStudio]

I want one but I'm going to wait until the Steam Deck 2 is released to buy one. And the best part is that it will be free for me! (CS case hoarding for the past 3 years)

[@jfiggy7145]

@@SanzoStudio Totally understandable but that’s a cool way of making some money props to you

[@ros_t5143]

I just started building my own PC and the money is still being wasted on it, so I don’t think I will get steam deck myself but it is an awesome console actually

[@jfiggy7145]

@@ros_t5143 that’s fair nothing wrong with going the traditional PC route hopefully it goes well for you

[@ros_t5143]

@@jfiggy7145yeah it will be fine ig, considering that I buy every part(GPU, CPU, etc…) in a month or 2 + I will be waiting till they add the 5000 series to RTX

[@ros_t5143]

So I can buy GPU’s for a cheaper price hopefully

[@CC-oy8ii]

@@ros_t5143buy used 30 series off eBay. Good prices

[@ZxRiGxZ]

Sounds good just ordered one thanks lmao

[@MrJmarsh56]

I am 100% planning to get an OLED sooner rather than later. I just built a new PC and I need to upgrade my monitor first but once I can scrape together the money the next big purchase is gonna be my Steamdeck.

[@jfiggy7145]

@@MrJmarsh56 good choice in my opinion hopefully you get the funds

[@michaelviernes9240]

Thanks man 👍

[@Iforgorhowtobone]

I never had a steam deck but its my dream

[@jfiggy7145]

@@Iforgorhowtobone hopefully one day it’ll be a reality 👀

[@abcdoooabcd]

OLED screen is waay better than the orginal LCD sceen on OG deck

[@jfiggy7145]

@@abcdoooabcd I agree the whites are whiter and the blacks are blacker but the LCD isn’t too bad at all

[@cmcq6126]

Hi I have a steam deck 1tb I am a guy who has limited use of my right hand paralysis so when playing driving games you need to use your hand to reach the shoulder buttons or open world games you need to use the dual action controls I can’t how easy is this to alter button mapping?

[@jfiggy7145]

@@cmcq6126 It’s actually super easy to remap your buttons and it’s a per game basis so you can make any game play how you want to play. If you need any help I might to be able to assist.

[@trumpetmasta92]

Ex console gamer. Honestly regret spending so much money on console. Since getting a Steam deck it’s a whole new much cheaper world. No regrets

[@jfiggy7145]

@@trumpetmasta92 Especially cheaper in the long run

[@trumpetmasta92]

@ With how many games I bought on sale on my steam deck with the winter sale, it’s already paid for itself and plus some. I’m I’ve already rebought some games I got on my Xbox just because they’re so cheap.

[@rickyu6881]

Ever since I went switch, I went back to handheld only. Reason I got the steam deck: I missed hunting for achievements, some games are not being made for switch but I can play them on the deck, and emulation

[@Fluffychoupikkos]

I think anyone should buy a steam deck, I think overall it is just great to have a handheld pc. Personally I had the choice to go with Rog Ally extreme because i could buy it in my country. Rog Ally is superb but something went wrong with it and so now I am moving on to Rog Ally x. I think this is the best handheld PC and it's at least superior to the steam deck in most aspects but yeah I think both of them are great and are an almost essential tool especially for gamers.

[@CaptainSamuelRex]

I just got one, and already it has blown me away. I literally never have to use a console again.

[@o0junglist0o93]

Cool video, you're funny, new sub 🤟

[@jfiggy7145]

Thanks I appreciate it

[@gehrrman]

Save 25 min - YES!

[@harrysorrell8774]

Can’t watch. The mic holder is in focus and not you.

[@22DeusVult22]

Yes

[@jfiggy7145]

@@22DeusVult22 Yes

[@amirmisnan6211]

Thank you🎉😊

[@EggEnjoyer]

I advise anyone wanting to purchase one to get one as cheap as humanly possible. Like get a refurbished 64gb from GameStop. And then you can just swap out the internal storage later and throw in a 500gb or terabyte SD card for now. The reason I say go cheap is because while the device is great, you’re paying a lot of money for its form factor. Which is fair don’t get me wrong. But at the end of the day, you’re dropping $400 on a device that’s weaker than a $300 Xbox series S. Which is reasonable considering that it’s a handheld. But I know many people who use the deck mostly at home or docked. It’s worth the price 100%. I paid full price for mine. But if I could, I’d just get a refurbished from valve or GameStop. Remember you can always expand the storage on these things, so getting the lower storage option can be wise. Just spend the money down the line when you need it.

[@erikpoephoofd]

Disagree, the OLED model has a long list of improvements over the LCD.

[@EggEnjoyer]

@ None that make it worth $600. KZbinrs really glaze the oled and make it seem like some amazing thing. At the end of the day you’re dropping $600 on a device less powerful than a $300 Xbox series S. It really only has a few improvements over the LCD. It’s functionally the same device. If you have the disposable income, go for it. But if you like to save money or you’re some broke 20 something who can’t always afford the expensive gadgets (me), don’t feel pressured to get the oled. Most peope have the LCD anyway and you’re literally not missing anything at all.

[@erikpoephoofd]

@@EggEnjoyer While purely looking at performance they're the same, there are many upgrades in the OLED. The wifi is faster so you're games are downloaded quicker, the RAM is faster, the battery is bigger, the APU is more efficient, the fan is bigger and quieter, the screen is brighter and therefore more suited for outside use. Battery life is 30% better. My reasoning is, if I'm going to drop so much cash on a device, I don't want the half assed one. 2H battery life is just too little playing AAA games. The prices difference is €140, so for most people, if you can save up two months extra, that might be worth it. However, you can only spend that money once and if you're strapped for cash, spending too much on a console might not be the best option.

[@EggEnjoyer]

@ The WiFi is only faster if you have an up to date WiFi modem. I wonder how many people aren’t aware and are using their old WiFi tower with their oled, oblivious to the fact it isn’t doing anything. The only major upgrade is the battery. The LCD is not half assed. It may seem that way with his KZbinrs talk about the device, but it’s not. The oled is quieter… you don’t even know what the lcd sounds like. It doesn’t make much noise. In my opinion you’re better off saving the money and spending it on accessories like a controller, a docking station and expanded storage and of course some games. Oled is glazed and made to seem like a major upgraded by KZbinrs. But they are literally the same device that do the exact same thing. These people buy and talk about these product because it’s their job. No hate oled, if you got the money the spend it. I’m a broke college guy who needs to pay for school and rent and the oled wasn’t worth it.

[@erikpoephoofd]

@@EggEnjoyer That's totally valid bro, I guess I just wanted the shiniest version of the new toy. Secretly I already made up my mind and I'm trying to justify it. In the end, it's not about the hardware but the games we play. I hope I didn't waste my money on the OLED version, it's coming in a few days.

[@Narinjas]

Honestly , I am waiting for Valve/Steam to release mold skins (skins that are from the molded plastic itself) and personally i want a deep blue, with light blue lightning, and yellow accents.) If not, at least i am waiting for the new Lenovo Steam os + windows dual boot powered deck, or a price cut for the normal steam deck... at least 20% off.

[@turtleanton6539]

I just might.😊

[@andrealonso8279]

Bought the oled cuz of this video

[@jfiggy7145]

@@andrealonso8279 glad I could help you make that purchase and I hope you enjoy it

[@demonocusmetalocus3558]

EA Destroys Games is how i remember what to tune my bass guitar strings to lol

[@jfiggy7145]

@@demonocusmetalocus3558 EA wasn’t always like this which is insane but that’s cool I’ll remember that when I tune my guitar now.

[@bas919]

*_Yes._*

[@zelionhd372]

I am interested in buying a steam deck, but would it be better to wait for the steam deck 2?

[@jfiggy7145]

@zelionhd372 there haven’t been any announcements so I would if you really want one but that’s up to you

[@michaelm.7617]

What is the name of the space game at 16 min.?

[@jfiggy7145]

@@michaelm.7617 Outer Wilds

[@necessaryevil2560]

That offline mode problem you are talking about you don’t have to do that mine you just load up the game normal don’t gotta do anything

[@L8NiteCoffeeSips]

Merry Christmas my gamer brothers!!!

[@jfiggy7145]

@@L8NiteCoffeeSips Merry Christmas!

[@PRODbyKingDavis]

I just wish they made all games fully operational

[@jfiggy7145]

@@PRODbyKingDavis maybe one day but that’s not really valve’s fault

[@PRODbyKingDavis]

@jfiggy7145 not at all!!! Its still my only gripe... It's almost perfect lol

[@WakeNbake240]

Short answer....yes. That is all. Its every games system ever all in 1 and mobile..😊

[@Raphtor13]

Still don't think it's for me - too big, too heavy and don't really care for PC gaming. I'll take a regular home console or smaller handheld every time. Yes, I have a steam library with quite a few games but I never play them... I do like Linux and have been running it on various boxes since you used to have to recompile your kernel to get a GUI running.

[@ShaunRoselt]

Do more Steam Deck videos please

[@jfiggy7145]

Gotta find out what topics of the deck interest me before I do that

[@lostinthesauce2008]

I have had the Deck since June the year it came out. I upgraded to the OLED when it came out. It is the only thing I play. I play my PS5 and Series X remotely with the deck. Best thing ever made.

[@Roboto-z8z]

I don't use my oled SD much. Its too heavy The Nintendo Switch light is perfect, well, if it had an oled screen and a bigger battery Still I prefer games on the Switch Not really into AAA games Switch 2 should get it close to being perfect

[@jfiggy7145]

@@Roboto-z8z Maybe valve will make a “lite” version but yeah hopefully the switch 2 won’t be a console generation behind.

[@V1NSKER]

Nice man some of us want to play more than Mario Kart

[@elderleos6913]

Since people do nvme storage upgrades …Does the micro SD card allow less graphic intensive games to run off of it or is it shader or anything can go on it ? (Would obviously use nvme for more graphic intensive games , micro sd for smaller games like stardew) or does the micro sd card serve another purpose?

[@jfiggy7145]

@@elderleos6913 Anything can go on it it’s just the NVME ssd is faster when it comes to loading times for your games so anything that’s a triple A title I’d put on the internal storage.

[@MusicJunkie37]

Is it more worth it (price-wise) to get LCD version if you are gonna use it docked on a 4K tv?

[@jfiggy7145]

@@MusicJunkie37 I think so you’ll only miss out on a 90 hertz refresh rate a slightly worse download/upload speed.

[@KM-hk8tc]

Got one sitting under the tree (512 OLED). I’ve got RDR2, Elden Ring, Hogwarts Legacy, Forza Horizon 4, Mad Max, and Stray ready to go. Thoughts on which to play first? Thinking RDR2 as I’ve heard nothing but glowing reviews

[@coolermaster]

I’m happy for you bro. I just got mine the other day and I’m enjoying 100%

[@jfiggy7145]

Red Dead 2 is awesome but make sure you’re connected to the internet first

[@Talon18136]

Personally start with hogwarts legacy but it’s a bit unoptimized so gonna have to fiddle with the settings a bit so rdr2 is as good a place as any to start and I recommend installing cryoutilities there are plenty of tutorials on how to do that it does help a lot

[@schwiftyizzy7243]

To make you feel more old, xbox 360 and ps3 are now retro. They are in retro drawers at gamestops.

[@jfiggy7145]

@@schwiftyizzy7243 😔

[@Talon18136]

I bought mine bc I like the portability but got tired of the switch so I got the steam deck and it replaced my Xbox series s as well as my switch surprisingly plus steam games are always on sale and super cheap to begin with

[@jfiggy7145]

@@Talon18136 those seasonal sales are awesome

[@Talon18136]

So awesome some really good games for stupid cheap

[@alexeisaular3470]

I love my steam deck

[@火災のアイスクリーム]

already bought it

[@jfiggy7145]

@@火災のアイスクリーム hope you like it 👍🏼

[@jshakseby2279]

I just bought one 2nd hand £290 64gig, got a 256gid memory card. I have an Xbox one from back in the day. I have a 6 year old so have better things to do these days but do like to play the games I did back in the day from the 360 generation. I usually use quacked games (I don't endorse piracy) but most of my games are old outdated ones like cod world at war and battlefield 3 these are what I play not online obviously, I did however just purchase Hogwarts Legacy from the steam store which I play from time to time because of reasons stated above. I'll happily pay for AAA games if they take my fancy. I'm not a pc gamer but the steam deck makes it easier to play the old games I loved playing an the odd newer title. Grab one if you can. I don't even really play emulated old systems via emulation as as great as those old systems are I'm just older and don't feel the need to play those old systems anymore. And yeah Linux took some time to figure out but I can make my way through it now.👍

[@EggEnjoyer]

You’re gonna need a bigger memory card, ask me how I know 😂 Get a bigger memory card and swap out the internal ssd, it’s quick and easy

[@jshakseby2279]

@EggEnjoyer I know I thought 256 was big but to be fair if I simply play the games I've got to completion then I can delete them and get more.

[@EggEnjoyer]

@ Great mindset that I should adopt. I’m already falling into the steam trap of buying every $10 game I see 😫

[@jshakseby2279]

@EggEnjoyer yeah I think that's the issue. Trying to put as many games on the system that memory will allow regardless if you play them or not. I got battlefield 3, played for a while but like all games from the past yeah it's great to play but in the long run it's not 2013 anymore and things (life I mean) has moved on and sometimes leaving things in the past is the best way.

[@3619jon]

Have they fixed the static noise in the headphone jack and is there any issues with dead pixels? I heard certain models had a problem with the display

[@jfiggy7145]

@@3619jon Sadly no on the static noise I completely forgot to mention that but it’s honestly not that bad once you get into a game. As for dead pixels no a few of my friends have decks and no issues from them or from me.

[@robo2901]

Great video aside from the pronunciation of library.

[@jfiggy7145]

@@robo2901 English isn’t my best language (I only speak English)

[@zafranpro12]

bro I wanna know WHY I should buy it. Not onjectively just yes I should. So I'm watching it through anyways lol

[@cojii]

do you think lcd is worth it for a 15 yr old, i dont have a lot of money to work with 400 is all i have right now?

[@jfiggy7145]

@@cojii yep I’d go for it only if your comfortable spending that much

[@KillerCEOZ]

I really would like one but think I will wait for the next gen, this one is already 3 years old and hoping the next one will come out in 2025.

[@jfiggy7145]

@@KillerCEOZ We’ll probably have to wait till after 2025 before a steam deck 2

[@MrPopdadyz]

But Can you play Dota 2 on it?

[@jfiggy7145]

yes

[@rickkorkmaz]

Short answer: yes

[@jfiggy7145]

@@rickkorkmaz long answer: also yes

[@ancoloco]

I want to spend money just once on a console. It’s either the PS5 Pro (for GTA6 next year) or the Steam Deck Oled. Help me choose.

[@jfiggy7145]

@@ancoloco Do you want to play GTA 6 on the go with not so great graphics or do you want to play GTA 6 with decent graphics but at home or a desk? My answer is the steam deck but both aren’t bad purchases whichever way you decide to go

[@EggEnjoyer]

Do you have anything else to game on? If not I suggest the ps5. The reason being that while the steam deck is great and is powerfully for what it is, it is not strong enough to run all the latest games. So if you’re looking forward to the best games, especially games like GTA V, you’ll need a ps5. If you play mostly older games. Games from 2020 and below, you’ll have a blast on steam deck. Not to say it can’t run any modern games. It just can’t do it too well. It really depends on what kind of gamer you are. I play a lot of old games even on my console. So the steam deck is perfect for me. If you play mostly newer stuff, I’d suggest the PlayStation for you. I know you said you only want one console but I’d suggest you get the steam deck at a later date after your ps5. Maybe buy a used one and try it out

[@SWOTHDRA]

I'll wait for the next steamdeck, in 2026 or 2027

[@alicekoopa2518]

Currently playing System Shock Remake on mine

[@Raigazero1]

I need lite version

[@MrSclus23]

Jedi fallen order and survivor runs good on my oled

[@jfiggy7145]

@@MrSclus23 yep I was mainly talking about not being able to play both while on offline mode

[@Chag69420]

Obligatory random comment for the KZbin algo.

[@jfiggy7145]

Much appreciated 🫡

[@leetaylor1443]

Too late, already did