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I use Steam every day, and I couldn’t live without these 6 hidden features

Steam is more than just a launcher for your games. Here are the six features I couldn't live without.
Asus ROG Ally and Steam Deck sitting next to each other.

Asus ROG Ally vs. Steam Deck: here’s how they compare

A USB-C hub hanging out of the Steam Deck.

How to install Windows 11 or Windows 10 on the Steam Deck

Steam Summer Sale key art,

Steam Summer Sale: best deals, how long is the sale, and more

Steam Deck running Path of Exile and the S22 Ultra running Diablo Immortal.

You can get a Steam Deck for 20% off right now during Steam Summer Sale

Steam library.

How to add external games to your Steam library

Soldiers in Counter-Strike 2 key art.

Counter-Strike 2 limited test: how to play, game modes, and more

Soldiers in Counter-Strike 2 key art.

Counter-Strike 2 could succeed where Overwatch 2 failed

A promotional image featuring two Counter-Strike 2 soldiers.

Counter-Strike 2 will drop as a free CS:GO update this summer

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I’m already pining for PlayStation VR2 to get Half-Life: Alyx

Factorio running on a Steam Deck.

Happy birthday, Steam Deck: console and PC gamers debate its first year

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Steam Replay 2022: what it is and how to see it

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How to win a free Steam Deck during The Game Awards 2022

Valve has announced that they will be giving away a Steam Deck every minute during the show. Here's how to get your hands on the latest portable console.
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Here’s why Portal RTX is the most demanding PC game I’ve ever tested

Portal RTX may look like a quant remaster, but that couldn't be further from the truth. It's one of the most demanding games available today.
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Valve is testing a new Big Picture Mode for Steam. Here’s how to try it

Valve is running a beta test on Big Picture Mode for Steam Deck.
The Steam remote mobile app shows details for Control.

Updated Steam mobile app lets you download games from your phone

Valve has released the updated Steam mobile app that lets you download games remotely from your phone and log in with a QR code.
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You can now order Steam Deck without a reservation

Valve has announced you can now order 64 GB Steam Deck handhelds without a reservation.
Someone gaming on a Surface Laptop Studio.

Windows 11 adoption among PC gamers almost hits 25%

The latest Steam Hardware & Software Survey is suggesting that an increasing number of Steam gamers are using Windows 11.
A photo of a Portal level showcasing the new ray tracing mod.

Portal is getting a free ray tracing update and it looks amazing

Portal is getting a free update this November that gives the game a ray tracing boost.
The Steam Deck laying on a laptop.

Valve is planning for a ‘next generation’ of Steam Deck with streaming in mind

Valve confirmed it is planning to develop a next generation of Steam Deck devices, complete with streaming capabilities.
A picture of the Steam Deck

Steam Deck will now warn you if it gets too hot or cold

Valve has updated the Steam Deck to warn owners when the system gets too hot or cold to run.
The Steam Deck laying on a laptop.

If you’re on the Steam Deck waitlist, you’re getting one this year

Steam Deck production is scheduled to ramp up, allowing everyone currently on the waitlist to get theirs this year.
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Steam rule change prevents developers from adding reviews to images

Valve is banning awards and reviews from appearing on Steam store images starting in September.
A woman plays Vampire Survivors on a Steam Deck.

The best Steam Deck accessories: memory, screen protectors, and more

The Steam Deck works well enough out of the box, but use these recommended accessories to make the most out of your play sessions on the go.
Steam Deck being held in two hands.

You might get your Steam Deck sooner than you think

Valve announced it will be doubling the amount of Steam Deck shipments as it begins sending preorder reservation emails to the Q3 group.
A woman wearing a Valve VR headset.

This could be our first look at Valve’s wireless VR headset, Deckard

Valve's wireless VR headset, Deckard, could have been revealed in a recent patent document, showing a new headstrap that allows quick, easy adjustments.
A Steam Deck sitting on top of a PC.

Why I sold my gaming laptop to buy a Steam Deck

The Steam Deck, despite its problems, is an impressive piece of kit, and it might be enough to replace your gaming laptop.
Library filters on the Steam Deck.

How to check if your games will work on the Steam Deck

Thousands of games can be played on the Steam Deck, and there are two very easy ways to check if your library is playable on Valve's handheld PC.
The real Steam Deck Docking Station

Still waiting for the Steam Deck dock? This fan made their own

Many Steam Deck fans have fashioned their own 3D-printed docking stations as the accessory's release status is shrouded in uncertainty.
A Steam Deck sitting on top of a PC.

Pre-ordered a Steam Deck? Here are the first Deck Verified games you should play

The Steam Deck may be a few months old, but many buyers are still waiting on a unit. Here are the first Deck Verified games to play when yours shows up.
A Steam Deck lying on a gridded table with its back panel removed.

You can now buy Steam Deck parts. Here’s how much they cost

Valve has collaborated with iFixit to offer replacement parts and self-repair tools for the Steam Deck.
Steam Deck side view with purple background.

Steam Deck vs. Nintendo Switch

Which system is best -- the Steam Deck or the Nintendo Switch? Here, we dive into the specs, prices, games, and features of each machine so you can decide.
Nintendo Switch OLED running the new Zelda game.

Nintendo Switch OLED vs. Steam Deck

The new Switch OLED offers an upgraded screen, but how does it match the announced Steam Deck with its access to Steam's library and much more? Let's find out!
A Steam Deck sits next to a Switch OLED.

The one way the Steam Deck succeeds where the Switch failed

With the Steam Deck now a few months old, there's one specific reason Valve succeeds where the Nintendo Switch failed.