Popular Post Xyleh Posted July 15, 2021 Popular Post Share Posted July 15, 2021 (edited) Introducing Valve's Steam Deck, a portable gaming PC. The Steam Deck has a form factor similar to that of a slightly larger Nintendo Switch but with the capabilities of a full gaming PC. It runs a modified version of Valve’s SteamOS, complete with a new console-like interface for easy navigation of both the Steam store and your Steam library, but it also provides access to an unrestricted computer desktop where any third-party applications can be installed (including non-Steam games or launchers). https://www.ign.com/articles/steam-deck-valve-announces-handheld-gaming-pc-2021-release Currently, there's 3 models available for pre-order. What are your thoughts on this? Will it rival the Switch Pro? Is Sony going to introduce a Vita 2 or will they hold off for another few years? I think this is huge for gaming and handhelds and will set a new bar for what we expect from handheld consoles. Edited July 15, 2021 by Helyx 13 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post DaivRules Posted July 15, 2021 Popular Post Share Posted July 15, 2021 Between top-end gaming "phones" like the Asus ROG 5 5G, this and Netflix Games, sure seems like the gaming market is pretty huge. Huge enough that it only takes a couple percent of it to move millions of hardware units. As much as I'd appreciate another handheld from Sony, this is a bad time for them to get into that game. With recent processor redesigns (the big/little structure of AMD/ upcoming Intel and ARM advancements), it'd say give 18-24 months for the dust to settle and then take advantage of all the hardware advancements and put out an amazing handheld. Anything mobile designed put out today is going to be significantly outdated in 2 years. I don't think this competes with the Switch as much as it serves another segment of gamers who appreciate gaming on handhelds. I think the overlap is minimal. And since the market is more than large enough to cater to both these crowds, I welcome it. 8 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ExHaseo Posted July 15, 2021 Share Posted July 15, 2021 Interesting idea, but I is there really a market for this? People who care about portable gaming are probably more likely to go with a Switch, if they somehow don't have one already. Given it has Nintendo games as well. Also, people who generally play portable games, aren't likely to be into PC gaming, which is all about getting as many frames as possible in the highest resolution possible. Then people who are into PC gaming aren't going to be into this, because it's not going to run anywhere near as well as their $2000+ PC. Since once again, PC gaming is all about getting as many frames as possible with the highest resolution possible. Neither of which this will be capable of. Since it's just playing PC games, it's also lacking big exclusives. Sure, there's a virtually infinite number of exclusive indies, but the vast majority of them aren't great. Which is why they weren't able to make the leap to console in the first place. And honestly, sifting through them is more of a pain than it's worth. I'm sure there will be some people into it, but I can't imagine there being too many. It's a cool idea, and I'm surprised at how cheap it is, but I don't see much reason to get this. I already have a switch, a PS4, a controller for my phone, and a high-end PC (which I really only have for 3D modeling and animation). Whenever I really want to play portable games, I just use my Switch or I'll do remote play to my phone. And if I want to play a PC game, I sit down in my PC setup and enjoy the high frames and high resolution. I hope I'm wrong and this takes off though. Nintendo could use some competition. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post visighost Posted July 15, 2021 Popular Post Share Posted July 15, 2021 Vita is life. 12 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ziggypossum Posted July 15, 2021 Share Posted July 15, 2021 Alright, Gaben, now give me HL3 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HellcoreFire Posted July 15, 2021 Share Posted July 15, 2021 (edited) I'm really interested in it. But it looks like you'll have to be quick if you want to be an early adopter. Also the battery life is a bit concerning. Edited July 15, 2021 by HellcoreFire Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Popular Post BGriff1986 Posted July 15, 2021 Popular Post Share Posted July 15, 2021 Just when we thought it was finally over, a new way to play Skyrim is revealed! 20 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wavergray Posted July 15, 2021 Share Posted July 15, 2021 (edited) Good move on Valve. The portable gaming is still really big, but one of the biggest issues was the fact that many people would have the rebuy games just to play them portably. This eliminates that issue and makes portable gaming much more affordable. While it may not kill the switch for people who love Nintendo IPs, it it could kill the need for a switch for most people since if they have a steam library they can just play their steam games on the go. Plus it's a PC as well so the possibility of emulators is also there as well. Edited July 15, 2021 by Wavergray 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Speling_Expirt Posted July 15, 2021 Share Posted July 15, 2021 This is huge. And a ballsy move into a market that is screaming for competition. Literally all of my hopes for a new Sony handheld are being pumped into this and at no cost. I am 100% onboard. Anyone know if they've fixed achievements yet or are they still outrageously hoardable? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post AlchemistWer Posted July 15, 2021 Popular Post Share Posted July 15, 2021 The Eroge golden era is here. 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
saiyanbloodstyle Posted July 15, 2021 Share Posted July 15, 2021 That is pretty cool for pure gaming on the go but technically, we all own a handheld PC now a days. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EverythingOnFire Posted July 15, 2021 Share Posted July 15, 2021 4 minutes ago, ExHaseo said: Also, people who generally play portable games, aren't likely to be into PC gaming, which is all about getting as many frames as possible in the highest resolution possible. Then people who are into PC gaming aren't going to be into this, because it's not going to run anywhere near as well as their $2000+ PC. Since once again, PC gaming is all about getting as many frames as possible with the highest resolution possible. According to the June 2021 Steam hardware survey, 85% of Steam users with a single monitor setup play at 1080p & below, and if you look at the GPU stats, the vast majority aren't playing on anything stronger than a GTX 2060. It's fair to deduce that 4 out of 5 people still play games at 1080p60 and below. I myself have a nicer setup than most, and I spent less than $800. The gamers with $2000+ 4K multi-monitor setups are typically hardcore enthusiasts, and like with anything else, the enthusiasts make 95% of the noise. Big Youtubers that have 9 different machines because they got sent everything for free also help to feed the misconceptions. Not saying the Steam Deck won't flop BTW. I'm just saying that I don't think most PC gamers will dismiss it simply because it's 720p60. Hopefully I'll be able to get one without too much waiting. Planning on the 256gb version. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
based_gigachad Posted July 15, 2021 Share Posted July 15, 2021 I'm interested by this, seems at first glance to be a compelling package but I don't know much about PCs or specs at all. How does it compare in reference to consoles (something I can actually understand! ?) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dmland12 Posted July 15, 2021 Share Posted July 15, 2021 It'll be interesting to see how this sells. I doubt it'll be able to rival the Switch. With a handheld PC, you've got a larger catalog, yes, but how much of it (particularly AAA games) will you have to mess around with the settings to get it to run decently? And how long will the hardware hold up until it feels outdated? I think those are the main challenges on something like this. If Valve can address that, then they could actually have something.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xyleh Posted July 15, 2021 Author Share Posted July 15, 2021 3 minutes ago, mareepx said: How does it compare in reference to consoles It's approximately as strong as a PS4 or XB1. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wavergray Posted July 15, 2021 Share Posted July 15, 2021 2 minutes ago, mareepx said: I'm interested by this, seems at first glance to be a compelling package but I don't know much about PCs or specs at all. How does it compare in reference to consoles (something I can actually understand! ?) It's about as strong as the base PS4. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
based_gigachad Posted July 15, 2021 Share Posted July 15, 2021 @Helyx @Wavergray thanks both Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yeeticus563 Posted July 15, 2021 Share Posted July 15, 2021 1 hour ago, Helyx said: Introducing Valve's Steam Deck, a portable gaming PC. The Steam Deck has a form factor similar to that of a slightly larger Nintendo Switch but with the capabilities of a full gaming PC. It runs a modified version of Valve’s SteamOS, complete with a new console-like interface for easy navigation of both the Steam store and your Steam library, but it also provides access to an unrestricted computer desktop where any third-party applications can be installed (including non-Steam games or launchers). https://www.ign.com/articles/steam-deck-valve-announces-handheld-gaming-pc-2021-release Currently, there's 3 models available for pre-order. What are your thoughts on this? Will it rival the Switch Pro? Is Sony going to introduce a Vita 2 or will they hold off for another few years? I think this is huge for gaming and handhelds and will set a new bar for what we expect from handheld consoles. so they made their own Nintendo switch that uses steam instead? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KingGuy420 Posted July 15, 2021 Share Posted July 15, 2021 This is interesting to me. I’ve been getting more and more into handheld gaming lately. I was thinking about going Switch but this sounds a little more appealing. Probably going to wait and see how Xbox’s Android gamepass streaming turns out first, cause to me that’s the most appealing handheld thing that’s coming, but I’ll definitely be keeping an eye on this. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaivRules Posted July 15, 2021 Share Posted July 15, 2021 1 minute ago, yeeticus563 said: so they made their own Nintendo switch that uses steam instead? Nah, they made their own Vita that runs Linux (or any OS you want to install) and can access Steam. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SnowxSakura Posted July 15, 2021 Share Posted July 15, 2021 The button/analog placements look like they'll be hell on hands 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
matigrosso91 Posted July 15, 2021 Share Posted July 15, 2021 I don't have PC, i only have a very old notebook. With the current prices in my country, a gamer PC is nearly impossible. This could be huge. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
InfraRedPS Posted July 15, 2021 Share Posted July 15, 2021 (edited) Really looking forward to see more on this! Previously xCloud or maybe Nvidia's platform was looking to be the strongest way to enjoy games of console/PC quality on the go but this changes everything because it eliminates the need for a decent internet connection to play games well and it can play pretty much any PC game. Streaming services don't support all games, as far as I understand it. A gaming laptop already exists of course but this is a handheld where Nintendo owns the market currently unless you're into mobile games. Hopefully you can also pair a DualSense or Xbox controller as this with the dock puts the convenience on par with the streaming services but with the benefit of local rendering eliminating input lag and picture quality loss. Overall I'm just really pleased that local hardware gaming is still embraced as I'm really not looking forward to a streaming future. Edited July 15, 2021 by InfraRedPS Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caesar Clown Posted July 15, 2021 Share Posted July 15, 2021 Hmm.. It's tempting. I'm looking for a laptop, something portable, and this might do the trick. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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