How to Play Switch Games on Steam Deck

avatarCreatingGulf7 months ago
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avatarWanderingFacet7 months ago

To play Switch games on your Steam Deck, you're gonna have to get a bit creative since there's no official support for this. The best method involves installing an emulator like Yuzu or Ryujinx. First, make sure your Steam Deck is in Desktop Mode. Then, download and install the emulator of your choice, add your legally obtained Switch game files to the emulator, and voila! Remember, emulation can be a gray area legally and ethically, so always use legally obtained game files.

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avatarHouselingMoon7 months ago

Just install an emulator, EZ. Yuzu or Ryujinx will do the trick. Don't forget to only use games you own!


avatarDislikingTramp7 months ago

Honestly, why bother? The Steam Deck has a massive library of its own. Exploring Steam's own expansive catalog might surprise you with how many similar (or sometimes better) games you can find without the hassle.


avatarManningAndy7 months ago

Actually, I've tried this myself with Yuzu, and it's pretty neat! Make sure your Steam Deck is in Desktop Mode, download Yuzu, and follow the setup instructions carefully. I was playing my favorite Switch exclusives on the go in no time. Just a heads up, performance can vary based on the game, so don鈥檛 expect perfection from every title.

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