How to Install Protontricks on Steam Deck

avatarBakingAlert路2 years ago
Steam
Best Answer
avatarQuestioningVale路2 years ago

Simply put, fire up the terminal in Desktop Mode and type in 'sudo apt install protontricks'. Bam! You're set to tweak your games for better compatibility or performance. Steam Deck magic at your fingertips!

Play Games.Earn points.Get gift cards!

PB
PB

Playback Rewards

4.5 Star Rating(13.7k)
Silly Arrow
User avatarUser avatarUser avatarUser avatar

500k players and counting...

More Answers

avatarCreatingGulf路2 years ago

Guys, honestly, you're better off sticking to the games optimized for Steam Deck. Protontricks can be a rabbit hole that's not worth the hassle for casual gaming.

avatarReroutingTopaz路2 years ago

First up, you'll wanna get your Steam Deck into Desktop Mode. Once you're there, open up the Discover software center. From there, search for 'Protontricks' and hit that install button. It's pretty straightforward, but remember, you gotta be in Desktop Mode first or you'll be scratching your head wondering why nothing's happening.

馃憖 If you like Steam...

avatarDiego路3 hours ago
If you're a Steam player, you need to download the Playbite app!

Playbite is like an arcade in your phone: you get to play all kinds of fun and simple games, compete with friends and others, and win cool prizes from all your favorite brands!

One of those prizes is the official Steam gift card, which you can win and use to get anything you want essentially for free!

In case you鈥檙e wondering, this is how it works: 

Playbite makes money from (not super annoying) ads and (totally optional) in-app purchases. The app then uses that money to reward players like you with prizes!

Download Playbite for free, available on the App Store and Play Store!

The brands referenced on this page are not sponsors of the rewards or otherwise affiliated with this company. The logos and other identifying marks attached are trademarks of and owned by each represented company and/or its affiliates. Please visit each company's website for additional terms and conditions.

People also want to know

How to Refund a Game on Steam
Is Steam currently down?
When does the Steam Winter Sale end?
When Does the Steam Sale End?
When is the Black Friday Steam Sale?

Add an Answer