This Decky Loader plugin for the Steam Deck has become my new favorite way to install from Epic Games, because it removes the need for any additional launcher.

These addictive games feel modern but evoke sweet nostalgia for the retro classics that inspired them. Best of all, they sip power and feel perfect on a Steam Deck.

Running through the microSD boot may be the best and easiest way to get to Epic Games Store, but how you do it is up to you. The first thing users should do is shut down their Steam Deck and insert the microSD card into the microSD slot. Then, hold the volume down button, press the power button and let them both go once the startup sound is heard.

Valve puts compatibility information into the Steam Deck's library, but it's not as good as ProtonDB. So let's integrate that, instead.

There's a lot to like about the hardware beyond the screen as well. The analog sticks are sturdy and reliable, the d-pad is a little weirdly placed but otherwise great, and everything else about it feels sufficiently premium. It's a little on the heavy side, but given how much tech is packed into this thing, that's more than forgivable.

Configure Controls and Settings: After setting up RPCS3 and adding your games, configure the control settings to your preference. The Steam Deck’s controls can be mapped to replicate the PS3 controller layout. Additionally, adjust the graphics and performance settings within RPCS3 to achieve the best balance between performance and visual quality.

Palworld's Steam Deck compatibility status has changed overnight from 'Playable' to 'Unsupported,' despite the game running well on the device with minor tweaks.