Uploaded February 2022 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
The Steam Deck, Valve's first foray into the handheld market, has finally arrived. We were lucky enough to get one before launch (cheers, Gabe!) so we asked our loyal readers if they wanted to know anything specific about the device once the embargo lifted.
We received over 100 questions about the Deck, covering everything from how to reinstall the default OS to whether or not you can lock the home screen. Together, myself and RPS hardware editor James have aimed to answer the majority of these questions within this video.
If you have any additional questions, feel free to let us know within the comments below!
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0:00 Intro
01:05 Does the Steam Deck feel sturdy and maintain sensible heat levels over extended periods of time?
02:17 How does the Steam Deck compare to the Nintendo Switch in terms of size and weight?
03:16 How long does the battery last for on the Steam Deck?
04:36 How long does it take for the Steam Deck's battery to recharge?
04:56 Can the Steam Deck run Crysis?
05:19 What's it like playing a game with small text on the Steam Deck?
06:03 What's it like playing strategy games on the Steam Deck?
06:55 What does the Steam Deck smell like?
07:12 What is the screen like on the Steam Deck?
08:12 Does the Steam Deck have a lock screen?
08:45 Can you use community created input configurations on the Steam Deck?
09:13 Can you map keyboard and mouse controls on the Steam Deck?
09:51 Are the analogue sticks on the Steam Deck awkward to use?
11:24 How did RPS find themselves using the Steam Deck?
13:35 Can you reinstall the default OS on the Steam Deck?
14:56 How does the Steam Deck handle transitioning from online to offline play?
16:10 Is the D-Pad on the Steam Deck any good?
16:44 Can you stream games from your PC to the Steam Deck from another room?
17:38 How does the Steam Deck handle multiple steam accounts?
18:35 Are the trackpads on the Steam Deck also buttons?
#SteamDeck #RockPaperShotgun
The Steam Deck, Valve's first foray into the handheld market, has finally arrived. We were lucky enough to get one before launch (cheers, Gabe!) so we asked our loyal readers if they wanted to know anything specific about the device once the embargo lifted.
We received over 100 questions about the Deck, covering everything from how to reinstall the default OS to whether or not you can lock the home screen. Together, myself and RPS hardware editor James have aimed to answer the majority of these questions within this video.
If you have any additional questions, feel free to let us know within the comments below!
🎥: Want more juicy video content? Check out our review of Elden Ring: youtu.be/dWtZhaGS44A
🔴: Subscribe and ring that bell to never miss a video: youtube.com/rockpapershot?sub_confirmation=1
💬: Chat to Rock Paper Shotgun on Discord: discord.gg/rockpapershotgun
🍾: Support RPS by becoming a YouTube channel member: youtube.com/channel/UC5bKSAZBvV9AKlBJPG0Py-A/join
🛒 Buy some RPS merch: teespring.com/en-GB/stores/rockpapershotgun
🐦: Follow Liam and James on Twitter: twitter.com/meevil / twitter.com/JamesAndStuff
0:00 Intro
01:05 Does the Steam Deck feel sturdy and maintain sensible heat levels over extended periods of time?
02:17 How does the Steam Deck compare to the Nintendo Switch in terms of size and weight?
03:16 How long does the battery last for on the Steam Deck?
04:36 How long does it take for the Steam Deck's battery to recharge?
04:56 Can the Steam Deck run Crysis?
05:19 What's it like playing a game with small text on the Steam Deck?
06:03 What's it like playing strategy games on the Steam Deck?
06:55 What does the Steam Deck smell like?
07:12 What is the screen like on the Steam Deck?
08:12 Does the Steam Deck have a lock screen?
08:45 Can you use community created input configurations on the Steam Deck?
09:13 Can you map keyboard and mouse controls on the Steam Deck?
09:51 Are the analogue sticks on the Steam Deck awkward to use?
11:24 How did RPS find themselves using the Steam Deck?
13:35 Can you reinstall the default OS on the Steam Deck?
14:56 How does the Steam Deck handle transitioning from online to offline play?
16:10 Is the D-Pad on the Steam Deck any good?
16:44 Can you stream games from your PC to the Steam Deck from another room?
17:38 How does the Steam Deck handle multiple steam accounts?
18:35 Are the trackpads on the Steam Deck also buttons?
#SteamDeck #RockPaperShotgun
