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Nintendo Switch 2 vs Steam Deck: how do both gaming handhelds compare?

Here's how the Nintendo Switch 2 compares to Valve's Steam Deck, including a closer look at specs, features, and games for both gaming handhelds.

GamesRadar

The Nintendo Switch 2 doesn't have to be as powerful as a Steam Deck for me to love it

The Switch 2 might not rival the Steam Deck when it comes to power in the end, but that's not what makes Ninty's latest handheld one to watch.

GamesRadar

Deadlock's ranked play has improved quite a bit since its arrival, but a small quirk has left only 75 people down at the bottom rank to battle it out

Someone's gotta do it.

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If Microsoft's Windows 11 24H2 issues continue like this, I'll fully convert to SteamOS for gaming as Ubisoft is forced to fix Assassin’s Creed games

Windows 11 24H2 has continuously troubled gamers on PC, and ultimately forced Ubisoft's hand to provide a compatibility patch for some of its Assassin's Creed games.

TechRadar

Valve designer says SteamOS isn't meant to "push users away from Windows," but to provide a compelling option for PC gaming

Valve isn't trying to push users away from Windows, according to SteamOS developer Pierre-Loup Griffais.

Windows Central

Valve dev says SteamOS isn't about killing Windows: 'If a user has a good experience on Windows, there's no problem'

"It's not a goal in itself to convert users who already have a good experience."

PC Gamer

Missing from CES 2025: Dell was one of the first companies to show off a concept PC gaming handheld — Five years later, where is the Alienware UFO?

Dell showed off a concept Alienware PC gaming handheld five years ago, so why hasn't a full product released yet?

Windows Central

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"This is devastating": After 8 years of work, CS:GO mod that aimed to revive "the 1.6 vibe" apparently rejected by Steam "without any reason," despite previous contact with Valve

The Classic Offensive mod team says it followed "requirements and recommendations to the letter"

GamesRadar

I made my Steam Deck sound like an Xbox, and now I love it even more

You can do a ton of customization to the Steam Deck thanks to Decky Loader, so I made mine sound like an Xbox.

Windows Central

I’m finally giving handheld gaming PCs a chance this year — but it won’t be on Steam Deck

The Lenovo Legion Go S is a step in the right direction for handheld PC gaming, and SteamOS has got me onboard.

Tom’s Guide

Windows 24H2 is a nightmare for handheld PC gamers right now, and that's why Bazzite is an absolute must for the Asus ROG Ally

I can't wait for SteamOS to come to other handhelds in April this year after Windows 11's 24H2 mess, so Bazzite was a no brainer.

TechRadar

An ambitious Counter-Strike mod to emulate the OG 1.6 experience in Global Offensive has been rejected by Valve after 8 years of development

Some of the Classic Offensive team's Source engine workarounds may be the culprit.

PC Gamer

Valve's Steam page currently lists a second mystery game alongside Deadlock, sending Half-Life 3 theorists into another frenzy of speculation

But before you get too excited, it could just be gift cards.

PC Gamer

We may never get a Steam Deck 2, and I’m okay with that — here’s why

As Valve focuses on third-party handhelds with SteamOS, will we get a Steam Deck 2? I'm not so sure.

Tom’s Guide

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The Best Streaming Gadget of CES 2025 is the Steam Deck + Nvidia GeForce Now

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Team Fortress 2 just had the single biggest trade in its history, with 'the absolute best hat you can get' going for around $40K

"It in theory can never be unboxed again and hasn't been able to be obtained in over 10 years."

GamesRadar

Lenovo Legion Go S pre-orders are now live, but I'm waiting for the $499 SteamOS version

The Lenovo Legion Go S is now available to pre-order at Best Buy for $729, but you'll need to wait a bit longer for the cheaper SteamOS model.

Windows Central

Windows Central's Best of CES 2025 awards: The hottest hardware unveiled in Las Vegas

This year's CES revealed a gigantic list of cutting-edge tech, and we're picking the best of the bunch.

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I’m a big PC gamer – these were the 3 best gaming handhelds announced at CES 2025

We've waited a while to see the veil lifted on the future of handheld gaming, and CES 2025 has done just that.

Inverse

'Half-Life 3': Release Date, Development Status, Leaks and Rumors

'Half-Life 3' has been anticipated so long it seems destined to never launch. But rumors over the past year make it more likely than ever that the next Half-Life game is actually on the way.

Tom’s Hardware

Valve seemingly discontinues Steam coupons — the company quietly removes partner documentation

Valve quietly removes partner documentation from Steam, seemingly killing Steam Coupons entirely.

The best of CES 2025: 21 top gadgets from the show

The Consumer Electronics Show 2025 didn't disappoint. These are T3's award-winners from the Las Vegas event

Inverse

The Steam Deck Is Giving Away Its Biggest Advantages To The Competition

Valve is officially bringing SteamOS to other handheld PCs, which could make portable gaming more attractive for players at the expense of the Steam Deck itself.

PC Gamer

Valve is changing the way it updates Deadlock 'to help improve our development process', so you can say goodbye to the regular biweekly posts

"We look forward to fleshing out the game in the new year."

GamesRadar

Deadlock updates will be "a little bit more spaced out" so Valve can "improve our development process," but you can expect bigger major patches when they arrive

But hotfixes will still be rolled out "as needed"

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