Steam Deck

Question

I really want a Steam Deck, but is it worth it? 🤔

Ralph · Accepted Answer

If you really want something on the go and don't have a Switch i'd say its really convenient to have. But if your someone who prefers to just be on a PC or console set up. It's just a neat novelty. While it's definitely a good product and can easily earn its worth. I always viewed it as a party trick kinda thing. A "hey check this out" but gets little use outside of maybe getting trapped at a family members house for a reunion you didn't really care to go to. Maybe a few sessions in bed. But I'd personally rather just be sitting and playing at my desk so i might as well just be on my PC.

Alessandro · Answer

Do you like to play games in public environments? Do you do it often (or think that you will)? Do you mind the extra weight on your purse (or whatever bag you use)?
If it's yes for the first 2 questions and no for the third, go for it....
Oh also, do you have the money for it? I think it's a bit pricy

Rob · Answer

You know I've been pondering on one myself but I never really leave the house and dont really need it just means I could game when sitting next to the firepit I guess :/

Aleks · Answer

Hmmm, depends kinda...I would probably get it...cause I sometimes am to lazy to get out of bed...or my back hurts too much to get out of bed...

Shatargat · Answer

Custom handheld consoles might be better than Steam Deck. ASUS has one, and it's way better than a Steam Deck right now.

Michael · Answer

If you want the portability, then I would say so. Do you like indie games?  It’s the perfect system for them. Yes you can play some AAA games on it, but most indie titles will run perfectly. You can also dock it at a monitor or tv screen and play it if you aren’t on the go that much. And let’s face it, steam is the best platform for games.

Marko · Answer

Yes, it is worth it, it does a job well...IF you really want a handheld for PC games <- this part is important as it only offers alternative way to play games that run better on average PC, so it must matter to you. Btw, I never regretted buying it.

Jonathan · Answer

My mate swears by his.

Santos · Answer

All I'm going to say is it's good but it's worth researching and considering these factors before making a decision.

Brie · Answer

Ive got one but any time I’ve taken it outside the house its stayed in my bag (Worth noting this isn’t because of opportunity but entirely getting weirded out by people watching over my shoulder).

I basically only use it in bed when I don’t want to drag myself to my pc.

I don’t regret buying it but if I had a redo I probably wouldn’t.

Kishan · Answer

Ya it's worth it

Terence · Answer

I love mine, I have a dock to hook it up to my tv and I use a wireless mouse and keyboard with it for sofa surfing on the web or playing more casual games. Great bit of kit.

Alister · Answer

It's great for playing in bed or around the house, on a plane or a hotel. I wouldn't play it outside. Otherwise I've been so happy with mine. Especially for emulation.

Ryan · Answer

I travel for work (truck driver) and the steam deck has been a lifesaver for me personally. Also saves me ton of space in the truck, my only gripe is the verification system for steam. It's really hit or miss

Treavor · Answer

I have heard nothing but good things about it , not if it's the best for competitive multiplayer but for everything else it's rocks ,or so I have heard

Lee Denman · Answer

A buddy of mine has one. He loves it.

Hjalti · Answer

If you already have a Switch, and you want That But PC, then yeah. If you don't already have a Switch, then consider getting that first.

Richard Phoenix · Answer

I mean for the price I think I would wait for a massive discount before purchasing it I mean don't get me wrong it blows the switch out of the water but you have to remember it basically is a portable steam console as it's incredibly big so you would have to get used to carrying that around all the time not to mention it has the energy of steal me because I'm worth a lot of money

Vitaly · Answer

Not really unless you are on the road a ton or commuting for a long time. 2 of my friends got them and they just kinda sit there, collecting dust.

Alessandro · Answer

When you go down south?
Like literally moving southwards or being sad and wanting to lay in bed and be cosy to cheer up?
Besides that... Imho playing in bed is kinda uncomfortable depending on the game

Steam Deck

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Custom handheld consoles might be better than Steam Deck. ASUS has one, and it's way better than a Steam Deck right now.

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