Can Steam Deck run EXE files?
Yep, Steam Deck can run EXE files, but there's a catch. It runs on SteamOS, which is based on Linux, so you'll need to use Proton, a compatibility layer that lets you run Windows games (and thus EXE files) on Linux. So, as long as you've got that set up, you're good to go!
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Actually, the Steam Deck is more flexible than you might think. You can install Windows on it, and then, yes, it can run EXE files just like a traditional PC. So, it's technically yes, but with some extra steps involved.
tbh if you're just looking to run EXE files like it's a Windows laptop, you're kinda missing the point of the Steam Deck. It's a gaming machine first and foremost, made to leverage your Steam library, not to replace your desktop.
Nope, it's not as simple as on a regular PC. The Steam Deck uses SteamOS, Linux-based, so EXE files don't run natively. But, thanks to Proton, a tool integrated into the Steam client, you can play many Windows games. Just keep in mind, it's not perfect for every single EXE file out there.
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