From: Joann Mõndresku Date: Fri, 16 Jul 2021 13:22:58 +0000 (+0300) Subject: Steam Deck afterthoughts X-Git-Url: https://git.based.quest/?p=web-old.git;a=commitdiff_plain;h=0abd88ebedbc967e797b3e1aa20937a9452314c7 Steam Deck afterthoughts --- diff --git a/articles/steam-deck-a-linux-loveletter.md b/articles/steam-deck-a-linux-loveletter.md index 9e6f221..7eba459 100644 --- a/articles/steam-deck-a-linux-loveletter.md +++ b/articles/steam-deck-a-linux-loveletter.md @@ -8,7 +8,7 @@ as passionate computer nerds as we are here. The controls do look a bit uncomfortable to my taste, but I'll judge it when I see it. The operating system used for Valve's handheld is Free Software built on [Arch Linux](https://archlinux.org). This may be one of the first (?) appearances of Arch Linux on a consumer -product in actual prduction en masses. Not only are their software choices +product in actual production en masses. Not only are their software choices solid, they also allow you to decide that by not locking you out of your system and granting you access to desktop & install other OSes. You are also not limited to just Steam, you can easily install emulators on it and @@ -21,16 +21,25 @@ Ethernet connectivity and fully working USB ports. How does this compare to Nintendo's Switch handheld console? To start off, Switch uses closed source software and actively stops you from escaping its walled garden, often ending up banning your online profile on signs of device -modification. The device is as powerful as a ~$100 Android phone these days, +modification. The device is as powerful as a ~$200 Android phone these days, yet they get away with selling a new display as of recent for a premium. Steam Deck is some fresh air into the handheld market as it allows complete freedom over your device while not forcing you into an ecosystem of walled gardens. The hardware is also much more powerful than what a Switch has. -Steam Deck is a consumer-friendly and open option for anyone that cares about -their device being open without getting banned from every accessing console's +Steam Deck is a consumer-friendly and an open option for anyone that cares about +their device being open without getting banned from ever accessing console's online services. I will personally be buying a Steam Deck and be writing a review piece when it arrives. +**AFTERTHOUGHTS:** If you're already in the Steam ecosystem, you get to keep all your +games, cloud saves & even mod your games. You do not have to buy a second copy of +the game if you already own it on PC or Deck. You can also take advantage on this +with any other storefront. Maybe this will also be enough to push GOG to make a Linux +client for their GOG Galaxy? You can also take advantage of the famous Steam +sales, something unheard of for consoles. This is an ultimate win for the gamer +who wants a handheld gaming device, but doesn't want to pay the insane prices on +other consoles, looking at you, Nintendo. + Thanks for reading, - Cernodile