Can you install Windows on a Steam Deck?

avatarRemovingMyth路7 months ago
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avatarJiggettingBait路7 months ago

Absolutely, you can install Windows on a Steam Deck! It's quite the versatile gadget. Just keep in mind it might take a bit of tech-savvy to get everything running smoothly, especially when it comes to drivers and game compatibility. But yes, turning your Steam Deck into a handheld Windows PC is totally doable.

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avatarTabulatingMadam路7 months ago

I've actually done it! Installing Windows on my Steam Deck was a bit of a project, but totally worth it for access to non-Steam games and apps. Just be ready for some tinkering in the settings and maybe a few compatibility issues here and there.

avatarBustingSpire路7 months ago

Yup, you can, but why would you want to? The Steam Deck is optimized for SteamOS. Sure, Windows opens up more game options, but also, hello, driver headaches!

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