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# Last30Days research: Switch 2 vs Steam Deck
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- Comparison mode: 2 entities (Switch 2, Steam Deck)
- Date range: 2026-10-10 to 2026-11-09
## Warnings
- [Switch 2] Some sources failed: digg, jobs
- [Steam Deck] Some sources failed: digg
## Resolved Entities
- **Switch 2**: X @switch2energy | Subs r/NintendoSwitch, r/NintendoSwitch2 | GitHub @mamcjr (mamcjr/Swap2-Native, 0xNikilite/oboromi, NVNTLabs/switch2-SDEX2M2 +2) | Context: # Nintendo Rules Out Further Switch 2 Price Rises as Console Sales and Profit Fall
## Still outpacing its predecesso...
- **Steam Deck**: X @steamdeckgaming | Subs r/SteamDeck, r/SteamOS | GitHub @droid-deck (ValveSoftware/steam-for-linux, ValveSoftware/SteamOS) | Context: * [Gaming](https://tech-insider.org/category/gaming/)
[Sofia Lindström](https://tech-insider.org/author/sofia-lindst...
## Switch 2
### Ranked Evidence Clusters
#### 1. Nintendo President: "We don't plan to raise prices for the Switch 2 because we have enough memory chips." "Prices will stay put so people c (score 84, 3 items, sources: Hacker News, Pinterest, X)
1. [x] Nintendo President: "We don't plan to raise prices for the Switch 2 because we have enough memory chips." "Prices will stay put so people c
- 2026-11-07 | @Coinvo | [31,254likes, 1,572rt, 358re] | score:84
- URL: [https://x.com/Coinvo/status/2118991855941521684](https://x.com/Coinvo/status/2118991855941521684)
- Why: Direct quote from Nintendo President regarding Switch 2 pricing strategy.
- Evidence: Nintendo President: "We don't plan to raise prices for the Switch 2 because we have enough memory chips." "Prices will stay put so people can afford it and play." https://t.co/ALS6ErbVh5
2. [hackernews] The First Nintendo Switch 2 Emulator for PC Has Just Been Released
- 2026-11-02 | Hacker News | [4pts] | score:30
- URL: [https://www.dsogaming.com/news/the-first-nintendo-switch-2-emulator-for-pc-has-just-been-released/](https://www.dsogaming.com/news/the-first-nintendo-switch-2-emulator-for-pc-has-just-been-released/)
- Evidence: The First Nintendo Switch 2 Emulator for PC Has Just Been Released
3. [pinterest] Nintendo Switch 2 - Nintendo - Official Site
- date unknown [date:low] | Salvamentos rápidos | score:29
- URL: [https://www.pinterest.com/pin/869054059377466023](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/869054059377466023)
- Evidence: Nintendo Switch 2 - Nintendo - Official Site
#### 2. Nintendo Rules Out Further Switch 2 Price Rises as Console Sales and Profit Fall (score 77, 1 item, sources: Reddit)
- Uncertainty: single-source
1. [reddit] Nintendo Rules Out Further Switch 2 Price Rises as Console Sales and Profit Fall
- 2026-11-05 | r/NintendoSwitch | [4,741pts, 961cmt] | score:77
- URL: [https://www.reddit.com/r/NintendoSwitch/comments/1xohy5j/nintendo_rules_out_further_switch_2_price_rises/](https://www.reddit.com/r/NintendoSwitch/comments/1xohy5j/nintendo_rules_out_further_switch_2_price_rises/)
- Why: Relevant discussion on financial performance and pricing for the Switch 2.
- Evidence: The Switch 2 is and will continue to be a huge success for Nintendo, but it probably won't reach the heights of the original Switch thanks to the stupid high costs for RAM and other parts. There’s a point where people just won’t pay Why do the comments here read more like Nintendo confirmed a price hike instead of the complete opposite?
- u/Aleclom (2781 upvotes): The Switch 2 is and will continue to be a huge success for Nintendo, but it probably won't reach the heights of the original Switch thanks to the stupid high costs for RAM and other parts.
- u/ButIDigress79 (1589 upvotes): There’s a point where people just won’t pay
- u/letsgucker555 (365 upvotes): Why do the comments here read more like Nintendo confirmed a price hike instead of the complete opposite?
- Insight: The Switch 2 is and will continue to be a huge success for Nintendo, but it probably won't reach the heights of the original Switch thanks to the stup...
#### 3. Nintendo Hints the Switch 2 Will Keep Getting Classic Remakes (score 72, 1 item, sources: Reddit)
- Uncertainty: single-source
1. [reddit] Nintendo Hints the Switch 2 Will Keep Getting Classic Remakes
- 2026-11-06 | r/NintendoSwitch | [6,531pts, 1,622cmt] | score:72
- URL: [https://www.reddit.com/r/NintendoSwitch/comments/1xozf9d/nintendo_hints_the_switch_2_will_keep_getting/](https://www.reddit.com/r/NintendoSwitch/comments/1xozf9d/nintendo_hints_the_switch_2_will_keep_getting/)
- Why: Relevant news regarding Nintendo's software strategy for the Switch 2.
- Evidence: Already salivating at Majora's mask. Super Metroid feels inevitable r/goldensun this is our time
- u/ChuyMasta (3825 upvotes): Already salivating at Majora's mask.
- u/AvengedTenfold (747 upvotes): Super Metroid feels inevitable
- u/shiroe-kun (609 upvotes): r/goldensun this is our time
- Insight: Already salivating at Majora's mask.
#### 4. Nintendo Switch 2 ソフト｜Nintendo Switch 2｜任天堂 (score 72, 2 items, sources: Web, TikTok)
1. [grounding] Nintendo Switch 2 ソフト｜Nintendo Switch 2｜任天堂
- 2026-11-05 | www.nintendo.com | score:72
- URL: [https://www.nintendo.com/jp/games/switch2/lineup/index.html](https://www.nintendo.com/jp/games/switch2/lineup/index.html)
- Why: First-party official Nintendo source detailing Switch 2 software and features.
- Evidence: Nintendo Switch 2 ソフト
Nintendo Switch 2 Edition
Nintendo Classics
Nintendo Switchのソフトも遊べます
...
* [+ Nintendo Switch Sports Resort 2026\.10.22 （木） 5,980 円 任天堂](https://www.nintendo.com/jp/games/switch2/aacha/index.html)
...
\#\#\# “Switch 2”ならではの
新たな要素を追加
Nintendo Switch 2 Edition
* [ゼルダの伝説 ブレス オブ ザ ワイルド Nintendo Switch 2 Edition 2025\.6.5 （木） 8,67...
2. [tiktok] Do you think the switch 2 has games? #nintendoswitch2 #nintendo
- 2026-11-08 | shmelski | [28,125views, 2,385likes, 109cmt] | score:38
- URL: [https://www.tiktok.com/@shmelski/video/7705615446636006686](https://www.tiktok.com/@shmelski/video/7705615446636006686)
- Evidence: Do you think the switch 2 has games? #nintendoswitch2 #nintendo
## Steam Deck
### Ranked Evidence Clusters
#### 1. 🎮 WHY IS THE STEAM DECK OLED STILL A GOOD CHOICE IN 2026? 🔥 Even with newer handhelds coming out, the Steam Deck OLED is still worth conside (score 66, 1 item, sources: TikTok)
1. [tiktok] 🎮 WHY IS THE STEAM DECK OLED STILL A GOOD CHOICE IN 2026? 🔥 Even with newer handhelds coming out, the Steam Deck OLED is still worth conside
- 2026-11-08 | pinoytaiwantechfinds | [1,183views, 16likes, 3cmt] | score:66
- URL: [https://www.tiktok.com/@pinoytaiwantechfinds/video/7705597812922256647](https://www.tiktok.com/@pinoytaiwantechfinds/video/7705597812922256647)
- Why: Provides a clear, hands-on perspective on why the Steam Deck OLED remains a strong choice in 2026, covering performance and user experience.
- Evidence: 🎮 WHY IS THE STEAM DECK OLED STILL A GOOD CHOICE IN 2026? 🔥 Even with newer handhelds coming out, the Steam Deck OLED is still worth considering! ❤️ ✅ Beautiful 7.4” HDR OLED Display ✅ Smooth 90Hz Refresh Rate ✅ Excellent Battery Efficiency ✅ Comfortable Ergonomic Design ✅ SteamOS – Easy to Use and Gaming-Focused ✅ Huge Steam Game Library ✅ Great for AAA...
#### 2. Steam Deck OLED 6 month test Review (2026): Specs, Pros & Cons, and Who It's For | The Inspect Aspect (score 61, 1 item, sources: Web)
1. [grounding] Steam Deck OLED 6 month test Review (2026): Specs, Pros & Cons, and Who It's For | The Inspect Aspect
- date unknown [date:low] | www.theinspectaspect.com | score:61
- URL: [https://www.theinspectaspect.com/en/tech/gaming-consoles/steam-deck-oled-6-month-test-2026](https://www.theinspectaspect.com/en/tech/gaming-consoles/steam-deck-oled-6-month-test-2026)
- Why: Highly relevant 2026 research-based review covering specs, pros, and cons, directly addressing the product intent.
- Evidence: \# Steam Deck OLED 6 month test Review (2026): Specs, Pros & Cons, and Who It's For
[Brian Conrad By Brian Conrad , Senior Tech Editor](https://www.theinspectaspect.com/authors/brian-conrad) Research-based review July 17, 2026 7min read
Steam Deck OLED 6 month test Review (2026): Specs, Pros & Cons, and Who It's For
...
Overall: 9.1/10 — Based on specs...
#### 3. The Steam Deck In 2026 (score 51, 1 item, sources: YouTube)
1. [youtube] The Steam Deck In 2026
- 2026-10-27 | Professor Tek | [35,647views] | score:51
- URL: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AXE879rSPRU](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AXE879rSPRU)
- Evidence: Hey you, I'm Professor Tech, and is the Steam Deck still worth buying in 2026? Is it worth upgrading given the state of the technology market today? Will I keep my shirt on for the length of this video? Let's find out. >> [music] >> Valve's flagship handheld, the Steam Deck OLED, along with its nearly identical twin, the Steam Deck LCD, have had a fairly...
- Highlights (auto-generated transcript; may contain transcription errors):
- "So, when the year of Gaben 2026, is the Steam Deck's price, performance, features, and overall compatibility with modern experiences still worth the cost of entry?"
- ">> [music] >> Valve's flagship handheld, the Steam Deck OLED, along with its nearly identical twin, the Steam Deck LCD, have had a fairly large grip on the handheld gaming PC market for the better..."
- "Even the Nintendo Switch 2, which many argue lives in its own arena, can't help but be compared to the Steam Deck."
- "Ah, currently to get a new Steam Deck OLED in the base configuration with 512 GB of storage, it will cost you a whopping $789, up from its original price of $549."
- "Still, given that the original cost of the first Steam Deck LCD model with 64 GB of storage was only $399, that's a really big pill to swallow."
#### 4. Valve cancelled my Steam Deck OLED order, refunded me €619, but the device was delivered anyway (score 47, 1 item, sources: Reddit)
1. [reddit] Valve cancelled my Steam Deck OLED order, refunded me €619, but the device was delivered anyway
- 2026-11-03 | r/SteamDeck | [17,332pts, 814cmt] | score:47 | fun:65
- URL: [https://www.reddit.com/r/SteamDeck/comments/1xmp5l2/valve_cancelled_my_steam_deck_oled_order_refunded/](https://www.reddit.com/r/SteamDeck/comments/1xmp5l2/valve_cancelled_my_steam_deck_oled_order_refunded/)
- Why: Anecdotal user experience regarding logistics, but not representative of general performance or technical bugs.
- Evidence: I wouldn’t be surprised if Valve simply lets you keep it. Quite a few companies would rather write something like this off than deal with the hassle and expense of arranging a return, processing it, inspecting the device and putting it back into inventory.
€619 isn’t exactly pocket change, though, I admire your honesty. It’s a trait not celebrated enoug...
- u/Futui (1366 upvotes): I wouldn’t be surprised if Valve simply lets you keep it. Quite a few companies would rather write something like this off than deal with the hassle and expense of arranging a return, processing it, inspecting the device and putting it b...
- u/LemonPartyW0rldTour (665 upvotes): I admire your honesty. It’s a trait not celebrated enough.
- u/Agile_Spray_415 (542 upvotes): Late to the party but this happen to me! I live in the mountains so delivery’s aren’t normal.
Ordered. Then after 2 weeks of it saying “in transit” I requested a refund. The steam deck still showed up. I wanted it anyway, called custom...
- Insight: I admire your honesty. It’s a trait not celebrated enough.
```text
---
✅ All agents reported back!
├─ 🟠 Reddit: 17 threads │ 48,316 upvotes │ 8,657 comments
├─ 🔵 X: 29 posts │ 156,429 likes │ 54,583 reposts
├─ 🔴 YouTube: 4 videos │ 3,622,602 views │ 4/4 with transcripts
├─ 🎵 TikTok: 16 videos │ 4,806,253 views │ 652,011 likes
├─ 📸 Instagram: 8 reels │ 1,691,400 views │ 197,023 likes
├─ 🧵 Threads: 12 posts │ 6,555 likes
├─ 📌 Pinterest: 16 pins
├─ 🟡 HN: 10 stories │ 1,144 points │ 368 comments
├─ 🐙 GitHub: 4 items │ 1,979 stars │ 8 open issues/PRs
├─ 🌐 Web: 15 pages - 4scarrsgaming.com, ign.com, CNBC, thurrott.com, Bloomberg, nintendo.com, z64central.com, techpowerup.com
├─ 🗣️ Top voices: @NintendoAmerica, @NintendoActu, @g2monline │ r/NintendoSwitch, r/NintendoSwitch2, r/Switch
---
```
## Warnings
- Some sources failed: digg, jobs
## Resolved Entities
- **Switch 2**: X @switch2energy | Subs r/NintendoSwitch, r/NintendoSwitch2 | GitHub @mamcjr (mamcjr/Swap2-Native, 0xNikilite/oboromi, NVNTLabs/switch2-SDEX2M2 +2) | Context: # Nintendo Rules Out Further Switch 2 Price Rises as Console Sales and Profit Fall
## Still outpacing its predecesso...
## Ranked Evidence Clusters
### 1. Nintendo President: "We don't plan to raise prices for the Switch 2 because we have enough memory chips." "Prices will stay put so people c (score 84, 3 items, sources: Hacker News, Pinterest, X)
1. [x] Nintendo President: "We don't plan to raise prices for the Switch 2 because we have enough memory chips." "Prices will stay put so people c
- 2026-11-07 | @Coinvo | [31,254likes, 1,572rt, 358re] | score:84
- URL: [https://x.com/Coinvo/status/2118991855941521684](https://x.com/Coinvo/status/2118991855941521684)
- Why: Direct quote from Nintendo President regarding Switch 2 pricing strategy.
- Evidence: Nintendo President: "We don't plan to raise prices for the Switch 2 because we have enough memory chips." "Prices will stay put so people can afford it and play." https://t.co/ALS6ErbVh5
2. [hackernews] The First Nintendo Switch 2 Emulator for PC Has Just Been Released
- 2026-11-02 | Hacker News | [4pts] | score:30
- URL: [https://www.dsogaming.com/news/the-first-nintendo-switch-2-emulator-for-pc-has-just-been-released/](https://www.dsogaming.com/news/the-first-nintendo-switch-2-emulator-for-pc-has-just-been-released/)
- Evidence: The First Nintendo Switch 2 Emulator for PC Has Just Been Released
3. [pinterest] Nintendo Switch 2 - Nintendo - Official Site
- date unknown [date:low] | Salvamentos rápidos | score:29
- URL: [https://www.pinterest.com/pin/869054059377466023](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/869054059377466023)
- Evidence: Nintendo Switch 2 - Nintendo - Official Site
### 2. Nintendo Rules Out Further Switch 2 Price Rises as Console Sales and Profit Fall (score 77, 1 item, sources: Reddit)
- Uncertainty: single-source
1. [reddit] Nintendo Rules Out Further Switch 2 Price Rises as Console Sales and Profit Fall
- 2026-11-05 | r/NintendoSwitch | [4,741pts, 961cmt] | score:77
- URL: [https://www.reddit.com/r/NintendoSwitch/comments/1xohy5j/nintendo_rules_out_further_switch_2_price_rises/](https://www.reddit.com/r/NintendoSwitch/comments/1xohy5j/nintendo_rules_out_further_switch_2_price_rises/)
- Why: Relevant discussion on financial performance and pricing for the Switch 2.
- Evidence: The Switch 2 is and will continue to be a huge success for Nintendo, but it probably won't reach the heights of the original Switch thanks to the stupid high costs for RAM and other parts. There’s a point where people just won’t pay Why do the comments here read more like Nintendo confirmed a price hike instead of the complete opposite?
- u/Aleclom (2781 upvotes): The Switch 2 is and will continue to be a huge success for Nintendo, but it probably won't reach the heights of the original Switch thanks to the stupid high costs for RAM and other parts.
- u/ButIDigress79 (1589 upvotes): There’s a point where people just won’t pay
- u/letsgucker555 (365 upvotes): Why do the comments here read more like Nintendo confirmed a price hike instead of the complete opposite?
- Insight: The Switch 2 is and will continue to be a huge success for Nintendo, but it probably won't reach the heights of the original Switch thanks to the stup...
### 3. Nintendo Hints the Switch 2 Will Keep Getting Classic Remakes (score 72, 1 item, sources: Reddit)
- Uncertainty: single-source
1. [reddit] Nintendo Hints the Switch 2 Will Keep Getting Classic Remakes
- 2026-11-06 | r/NintendoSwitch | [6,531pts, 1,622cmt] | score:72
- URL: [https://www.reddit.com/r/NintendoSwitch/comments/1xozf9d/nintendo_hints_the_switch_2_will_keep_getting/](https://www.reddit.com/r/NintendoSwitch/comments/1xozf9d/nintendo_hints_the_switch_2_will_keep_getting/)
- Why: Relevant news regarding Nintendo's software strategy for the Switch 2.
- Evidence: Already salivating at Majora's mask. Super Metroid feels inevitable r/goldensun this is our time
- u/ChuyMasta (3825 upvotes): Already salivating at Majora's mask.
- u/AvengedTenfold (747 upvotes): Super Metroid feels inevitable
- u/shiroe-kun (609 upvotes): r/goldensun this is our time
- Insight: Already salivating at Majora's mask.
### 4. Nintendo Switch 2 ソフト｜Nintendo Switch 2｜任天堂 (score 72, 2 items, sources: Web, TikTok)
1. [grounding] Nintendo Switch 2 ソフト｜Nintendo Switch 2｜任天堂
- 2026-11-05 | www.nintendo.com | score:72
- URL: [https://www.nintendo.com/jp/games/switch2/lineup/index.html](https://www.nintendo.com/jp/games/switch2/lineup/index.html)
- Why: First-party official Nintendo source detailing Switch 2 software and features.
- Evidence: Nintendo Switch 2 ソフト
Nintendo Switch 2 Edition
Nintendo Classics
Nintendo Switchのソフトも遊べます
...
* [+ Nintendo Switch Sports Resort 2026\.10.22 （木） 5,980 円 任天堂](https://www.nintendo.com/jp/games/switch2/aacha/index.html)
...
\#\#\# “Switch 2”ならではの
新たな要素を追加
Nintendo Switch 2 Edition
* [ゼルダの伝説 ブレス オブ ザ ワイルド Nintendo Switch 2 Edition 2025\.6.5 （木） 8,67...
2. [tiktok] Do you think the switch 2 has games? #nintendoswitch2 #nintendo
- 2026-11-08 | shmelski | [28,125views, 2,385likes, 109cmt] | score:38
- URL: [https://www.tiktok.com/@shmelski/video/7705615446636006686](https://www.tiktok.com/@shmelski/video/7705615446636006686)
- Evidence: Do you think the switch 2 has games? #nintendoswitch2 #nintendo
### 5. Nintendo "underestimated" how well its Zelda 40th Anniversary Edition Switch 2 would sell, exec admits, but restocks are coming: "Please be patient" (score 72, 1 item, sources: Reddit)
- Uncertainty: single-source
1. [reddit] Nintendo "underestimated" how well its Zelda 40th Anniversary Edition Switch 2 would sell, exec admits, but restocks are coming: "Please be patient"
- 2026-10-19 | r/NintendoSwitch | [6,427pts, 541cmt] | score:72
- URL: [https://www.reddit.com/r/NintendoSwitch/comments/1x9xays/nintendo_underestimated_how_well_its_zelda_40th/](https://www.reddit.com/r/NintendoSwitch/comments/1x9xays/nintendo_underestimated_how_well_its_zelda_40th/)
- Why: Official executive admission regarding sales performance and restock plans.
- Evidence: They underestimate it every single time. Who could have predicted that one of the most beloved franchise of all time would prompt people to want to buy a switch 2 with custom branding? Im glad they are announcing the restocks. Same thing happened with the zelda oled version
. It was fun to watch h the scalpers
on Ebay panic and prices tumble until the...
- u/SwashNBuckle (2817 upvotes): They underestimate it every single time.
- u/The_Deku_Nut (893 upvotes): Who could have predicted that one of the most beloved franchise of all time would prompt people to want to buy a switch 2 with custom branding?
- u/Slight-Hedgehog259 (198 upvotes): Im glad they are announcing the restocks. Same thing happened with the zelda oled version
. It was fun to watch h the scalpers
on Ebay panic and prices tumble until they were barely above retail
- Insight: Im glad they are announcing the restocks. Same thing happened with the zelda oled version
.
### 6. Fan ports just hit Nintendo's newest Zelda, days after launch 🗡️ The Switch 2 Ocarina of Time remake now runs natively on PC: up to 240 FPS, (score 67, 1 item, sources: TikTok)
- Uncertainty: single-source
1. [tiktok] Fan ports just hit Nintendo's newest Zelda, days after launch 🗡️ The Switch 2 Ocarina of Time remake now runs natively on PC: up to 240 FPS,
- 2026-11-09 | gamesdotgg | [350,783views, 25,834likes, 678cmt] | score:67
- URL: [https://www.tiktok.com/@gamesdotgg/video/7706136251459456269](https://www.tiktok.com/@gamesdotgg/video/7706136251459456269)
- Why: Breaking news regarding the Switch 2 software ecosystem and emulation.
- Evidence: Fan ports just hit Nintendo's newest Zelda, days after launch 🗡️ The Switch 2 Ocarina of Time remake now runs natively on PC: up to 240 FPS, 5K, ultrawide, DLSS & FSR. Still in early development. Would you play it this way? #zelda #ocarinaoftime #nintendoswitch2 #pcgaming #fanport
### 7. Nintendo Direct reveals Metroid Ravenous, Kirby and the World Beyond, and more games for Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch - News - Nintendo Official Site (score 63, 1 item, sources: Web)
- Uncertainty: single-source
1. [grounding] Nintendo Direct reveals Metroid Ravenous, Kirby and the World Beyond, and more games for Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch - News - Nintendo Official Site
- date unknown [date:low] | www.nintendo.com | score:63
- URL: [https://www.nintendo.com/us/whatsnew/nintendo-direct-reveals-metroid-ravenous-kirby-and-the-world-beyond-and-more-games-for-nintendo-switch-2-and-nintendo-switch/](https://www.nintendo.com/us/whatsnew/nintendo-direct-reveals-metroid-ravenous-kirby-and-the-world-beyond-and-more-games-for-nintendo-switch-2-and-nintendo-switch/)
- Why: First-party official Nintendo news regarding Switch 2 game announcements.
- Evidence: the Nintendo Switch 2](https://www.nintendo.com/store/games/nintendo-switch-2-games/) and [Nintendo Switch](https://www.nintendo.com/store/games/nintendo-switch-games/) systems, offering players plenty to look forward to.
...
and [**_Pikmin 4 – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition + Dandori Academy_**](https://www.nintendo.com/us/store/products/pikmin-4-nintendo-s...
### 8. Grab your Cuccos and fly with me. 🐔✨ Back in Hyrule on Switch 2. Happy 40th, #Zelda, and congrats @Nintendo of America! (score 61, 2 items, sources: TikTok, YouTube)
1. [tiktok] Grab your Cuccos and fly with me. 🐔✨ Back in Hyrule on Switch 2. Happy 40th, #Zelda, and congrats @Nintendo of America!
- 2026-11-08 | jimmyfallon | [430,901views, 63,373likes, 705cmt] | score:61
- URL: [https://www.tiktok.com/@jimmyfallon/video/7705871414930230559](https://www.tiktok.com/@jimmyfallon/video/7705871414930230559)
- Why: Celebrity mention of the Switch 2, relevant to community sentiment.
- Evidence: Grab your Cuccos and fly with me. 🐔✨ Back in Hyrule on Switch 2. Happy 40th, #Zelda, and congrats @Nintendo of America!
2. [youtube] The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time – Launch Trailer – Nintendo Switch 2
- 2026-11-06 | Nintendo of America | [1,091,328views] | score:39
- URL: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T4Eh0M-Sh_g](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T4Eh0M-Sh_g)
- Evidence: It would seem I have but a little time left. I will entrust everything to the child. >> It's been some time, child. When you truly face me, you will regret ever drawing that sword of yours. Hero Link, Princess Zelda's fate and the fate of all Hyrule rest in your hands. >> [music]
- @Akira_eyes_of_heaven (2000 likes): 0:56 yeah dark link we see the fit
- @Astraphel. (175 likes): It feels like Christmas already
- @natrix_explosion9919 (1900 likes): Turning the game on and hearing the song and watching Link ride Epona made me feel things I havent felt in a long time.
- Highlights (auto-generated transcript; may contain transcription errors):
- "It would seem I have but a little time left."
- "When you truly face me, you will regret ever drawing that sword of yours."
- "Hero Link, Princess Zelda's fate and the fate of all Hyrule rest in your hands."
### 9. DONT BUY THE 40th EDITION SWITCH 2 FROM A SCALPER! NINTENDO HAS ALREADY ANNOUNCED IT WILL BE RESTOCKING THEM FOR A WHILE (score 61, 1 item, sources: Threads)
- Uncertainty: single-source
1. [threads] DONT BUY THE 40th EDITION SWITCH 2 FROM A SCALPER! NINTENDO HAS ALREADY ANNOUNCED IT WILL BE RESTOCKING THEM FOR A WHILE
- 2026-10-29 | tanner_carden | [68likes] | score:61
- URL: [https://www.threads.com/@tanner_carden/post/DfFts_9jjzU](https://www.threads.com/@tanner_carden/post/DfFts_9jjzU)
- Why: Timely consumer-facing news regarding official restock announcements.
- Evidence: DONT BUY THE 40th EDITION SWITCH 2 FROM A SCALPER! NINTENDO HAS ALREADY ANNOUNCED IT WILL BE RESTOCKING THEM FOR A WHILE
### 10. mamcjr/Swap2-Native (20 stars) - 3 open issues (score 61, 2 items, sources: GitHub, TikTok)
1. [github] mamcjr/Swap2-Native (20 stars) - 3 open issues
- 2026-11-09 | mamcjr/Swap2-Native | [20stars, 3open] | score:61
- URL: [https://github.com/mamcjr/Swap2-Native](https://github.com/mamcjr/Swap2-Native)
- Why: First-party developer project related to Switch 2 software ecosystem.
- Evidence: Project: mamcjr/Swap2-Native (20 stars, 3 open issues, C)
Switch 2 games running natively on Android phones (fork of Banana Native)
README: # Swap2-Native
Play your own copies of Nintendo Switch 2 games natively on Android phones.
It is not an emulator: the game's own ARM64 code runs directly on the phone's CPU (rewritten only where Android's kernel...
2. [tiktok] Switch 2 backups on PC #game #pcgaming #Nintendo #switch #pc
- 2026-11-06 | mohratv | [135,360views, 11,095likes, 281cmt] | score:39
- URL: [https://www.tiktok.com/@mohratv/video/7705182780329577750](https://www.tiktok.com/@mohratv/video/7705182780329577750)
- Evidence: Switch 2 backups on PC #game #pcgaming #Nintendo #switch #pc
### 11. Nintendo Made a Better Switch 2 (score 55, 1 item, sources: Instagram)
- Uncertainty: single-source
1. [instagram] Nintendo Made a Better Switch 2
- 2026-10-29 | austinnotduncan | [802,845views, 54,209likes, 256cmt] | score:55
- URL: [https://www.instagram.com/reel/DfFh4aAO0BT/](https://www.instagram.com/reel/DfFh4aAO0BT/)
- Why: Hardware-focused commentary on the Switch 2, though speculative.
- Evidence: Oh, look at that! That's so different. Thanks to the European Union, there's an upgraded version of the Switch 2, which has an easily accessible battery for not only the Joy-Cons, but also the console itself. So, the newer Joy-Cons have a normal Phillips screw. As opposed to the older one, which has the like the Tri-wing. On the actual Joy-Con rails, ther...
### 12. #NintendoPartner | The Nintendo Switch 2 system is RIZZ APPROVED this holiday season!! Power up your fun to help create memorable experience (score 48, 1 item, sources: Instagram)
- Uncertainty: single-source
1. [instagram] #NintendoPartner | The Nintendo Switch 2 system is RIZZ APPROVED this holiday season!! Power up your fun to help create memorable experience
- 2026-11-06 | itztherealrizzler | [32,303views, 4,720likes, 91cmt] | score:48
- URL: [https://www.instagram.com/reel/DfaZ6ivtWKd/](https://www.instagram.com/reel/DfaZ6ivtWKd/)
- Why: Influencer marketing content, weak on actual news but mentions the entity.
- Evidence: Hey, hey, hey. I can't believe I must the holidays. We start strategizing what gifts to get everyone. Hmm, I know just the thing. I partner with Nintendo to present to you the must-have gift this holiday season. In my opinion, the Nintendo Switch two system is the perfect gift for kids, adults and family. Think how much fun we have playing it together. As...
### 13. NVNTLabs/switch2-SDEX2M2 (542 stars) - 5 open issues (score 45, 1 item, sources: GitHub)
- Uncertainty: single-source
1. [github] NVNTLabs/switch2-SDEX2M2 (542 stars) - 5 open issues
- 2026-11-09 | NVNTLabs/switch2-SDEX2M2 | [542stars, 5open] | score:45
- URL: [https://github.com/NVNTLabs/switch2-SDEX2M2](https://github.com/NVNTLabs/switch2-SDEX2M2)
- Evidence: Project: NVNTLabs/switch2-SDEX2M2 (542 stars, 5 open issues, ANTLR)
Micro SD Express to M.2 NVME Adapter for Nintendo Switch 2
README: # NVNT's SDEX2M2 (MicroSD Express to M.2) Adapter Project
SDEX2M2 (Micro**SD** **Ex**press to **M2**) is an adapter for the Ni...
### 14. #zelda #ocarinaoftime #nintendo #nintendoswitch2 (score 43, 3 items, sources: Instagram, TikTok)
- Uncertainty: thin-evidence
1. [tiktok] #zelda #ocarinaoftime #nintendo #nintendoswitch2
- 2026-11-05 | joey.t.games | [1,396,235views, 222,328likes, 1,330cmt] | score:43 | fun:85
- URL: [https://www.tiktok.com/@joey.t.games/video/7704776097275202846](https://www.tiktok.com/@joey.t.games/video/7704776097275202846)
- Evidence: #zelda #ocarinaoftime #nintendo #nintendoswitch2
- @captainjoeyny (34881 likes): THIS IS THE CONTENT I HAVE COME FOR
- @kingofthegays1 (15245 likes): Navi getting into it 😂
- @mrmarrok (13562 likes): “Now teleporting to Detroit”
2. [instagram] The Great Fairy in literally any Legend of Zelda game is the character all the gays come for, and I won't hear any different! #zelda #leg
- 2026-11-06 | joesephyr | [2,133views, 184likes, 6cmt] | score:32
- URL: [https://www.instagram.com/reel/DfZ8zOHKKsz/](https://www.instagram.com/reel/DfZ8zOHKKsz/)
- Evidence: The Great Fairy in literally any Legend of Zelda game is the character all the gays come for, and I won't hear any different! #zelda #legendofzelda #ocarinaoftime #nintendo #nintendoswitch
3. [tiktok] #zelda #ocarinaoftime #zeldaocarinaoftime #nintendoswitch2 #nintendo
- 2026-11-07 | samspeaksmovies | [507,019views, 49,965likes, 647cmt] | score:41
- URL: [https://www.tiktok.com/@samspeaksmovies/video/7705339821262114070](https://www.tiktok.com/@samspeaksmovies/video/7705339821262114070)
- Evidence: #zelda #ocarinaoftime #zeldaocarinaoftime #nintendoswitch2 #nintendo
### 15. THE FINAL 20TH ANNIVERSARY GIVEAWAY IS HERE! 🩵 ZELDA FANS, THIS ONE IS FOR YOU! We're ending our 20th Anniversary celebrations with someth (score 40, 1 item, sources: X)
- Uncertainty: single-source
1. [x] THE FINAL 20TH ANNIVERSARY GIVEAWAY IS HERE! 🩵 ZELDA FANS, THIS ONE IS FOR YOU! We're ending our 20th Anniversary celebrations with someth
- 2026-11-09 | @Nin_Nin_Game | [1,681likes, 1,130rt, 1,042re] | score:40
- URL: [https://x.com/Nin_Nin_Game/status/2119761934891254066](https://x.com/Nin_Nin_Game/status/2119761934891254066)
- Evidence: THE FINAL 20TH ANNIVERSARY GIVEAWAY IS HERE! 🩵 ZELDA FANS, THIS ONE IS FOR YOU! We're ending our 20th Anniversary celebrations with something EXTRA SPECIAL! Three amazing Zelda items. One lucky winner. One last chance to celebrate with us! HERE'S WHAT YOU COULD WIN: Nintendo Switch 2 - The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time Electric Ocarina [Hori] Nintendo...
### 16. Switch 2 Emulation is Insane! #nintento #switch2 #emulator #pcgaming #techtok (score 40, 1 item, sources: TikTok)
- Uncertainty: single-source
1. [tiktok] Switch 2 Emulation is Insane! #nintento #switch2 #emulator #pcgaming #techtok
- 2026-11-07 | discount_orlok | [628,069views, 75,754likes, 643cmt] | score:40
- URL: [https://www.tiktok.com/@discount_orlok/video/7705360824193256717](https://www.tiktok.com/@discount_orlok/video/7705360824193256717)
- Evidence: Switch 2 emulation is absolutely insane right now because in less than a day they have managed to get Ocarina of time remake playable on P C. So let's install this emulator! And as a quick disclaimer, this is only the emulator. It does not come with any games or anything like that. It's just the program. So let's head over to a search engine and type in L...
### 17. I want a Switch 2. My wife says we don't need another console. I understand her point. I choose to disagree. (score 38, 1 item, sources: Threads)
- Uncertainty: single-source
1. [threads] I want a Switch 2. My wife says we don't need another console. I understand her point. I choose to disagree.
- 2026-11-07 | gajo.paulo.pt | [6,326likes] | score:38 | fun:60
- URL: [https://www.threads.com/@gajo.paulo.pt/post/DfcwXc4iNQX](https://www.threads.com/@gajo.paulo.pt/post/DfcwXc4iNQX)
- Evidence: I want a Switch 2. My wife says we don't need another console. I understand her point. I choose to disagree.
### 18. Je rigole on compatit hein 👀👀 #zeldaocarinaoftime #zelda #switch #nintendo #pc (score 38, 1 item, sources: TikTok)
- Uncertainty: single-source
1. [tiktok] Je rigole on compatit hein 👀👀 #zeldaocarinaoftime #zelda #switch #nintendo #pc
- 2026-11-08 | nathan.perfetto | [95,256views, 7,117likes, 223cmt] | score:38
- URL: [https://www.tiktok.com/@nathan.perfetto/video/7705945631679909152](https://www.tiktok.com/@nathan.perfetto/video/7705945631679909152)
- Evidence: Je rigole on compatit hein 👀👀 #zeldaocarinaoftime #zelda #switch #nintendo #pc
### 19. Pumped to team up with @nintendoaunz again alongside @cruzhewitt to put Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch Sports Resort to the test! Alw (score 38, 1 item, sources: Instagram)
- Uncertainty: single-source
1. [instagram] Pumped to team up with @nintendoaunz again alongside @cruzhewitt to put Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch Sports Resort to the test! Alw
- 2026-10-21 | lleytonhewitt89 | [6,251views, 789likes, 21cmt] | score:38
- URL: [https://www.instagram.com/reel/Devp90gzwKl/](https://www.instagram.com/reel/Devp90gzwKl/)
- Why: Promotional content, low informational value.
- Evidence: Hitting it a bit early. Know best to three? Let's see what you got. Oh no. Surrenders. Oh, yeah. Oh, yeah. Here we go. We are aiming. I'm trying to put me off. Yes, round one. No. Yes, straight into it. Come on. Let's go. Oh no. I'll be it get. Sit down. Nice. No. That's heartbreaking. All right, this is it. Come on. Oh. Keep going. Yes. Oh, no. Game seco...
### 20. The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake has made Metacritic history, becoming the highest-rated game on the site based on user reviews. (score 37, 1 item, sources: TikTok)
- Uncertainty: single-source
1. [tiktok] The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake has made Metacritic history, becoming the highest-rated game on the site based on user reviews.
- 2026-11-09 | itstherespawn | [36,217views, 5,706likes, 183cmt] | score:37
- URL: [https://www.tiktok.com/@itstherespawn/video/7706110697611988257](https://www.tiktok.com/@itstherespawn/video/7706110697611988257)
- Evidence: The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake has made Metacritic history, becoming the highest-rated game on the site based on user reviews. The Nintendo Switch 2 release currently holds an impressive score of 9.6 out of 10. More than 5,300 players have submitted ratings, with around 96% giving the remake a positive review. Critics have also praised the re...
### 21. The Nintendo Switch 2 Has Been Hacked, First Jailbreak Opens The Floodgates To Emulation And Native PC Ports (score 37, 1 item, sources: Reddit)
- Uncertainty: single-source
1. [reddit] The Nintendo Switch 2 Has Been Hacked, First Jailbreak Opens The Floodgates To Emulation And Native PC Ports
- 2026-10-22 | r/gaming | [18,224pts, 2,915cmt] | score:37 | fun:75
- URL: [https://www.reddit.com/r/gaming/comments/1xcfm9l/the_nintendo_switch_2_has_been_hacked_first/](https://www.reddit.com/r/gaming/comments/1xcfm9l/the_nintendo_switch_2_has_been_hacked_first/)
- Evidence: "To demonstrate what can be achieved with this new jailbreak, the exploit developer modded Mario Kart World by adding a few additional characters, such as Peter Griffin
and Hatsune Miku
."
LOL The debates in here are pointless. Corporations need to stop trying to milk every cent plus more from people, and more people will continue to purchase and no...
- u/yeetmaster8702 (7858 upvotes): "To demonstrate what can be achieved with this new jailbreak, the exploit developer modded Mario Kart World by adding a few additional characters, such as Peter Griffin
and Hatsune Miku
."
LOL
- u/gianni_ (2888 upvotes): The debates in here are pointless. Corporations need to stop trying to milk every cent plus more from people, and more people will continue to purchase and not pirate. It’s a win-win.
- u/FATJIZZUSONABIKE (2517 upvotes): AI doing a vast majority of coding work at unprecedented speeds is going to deeply modify the gaming landscape.
I really wonder what the future holds, but knowing how adaptable neoliberal capitalism is, I'm not optimistic.
- Insight: AI doing a vast majority of coding work at unprecedented speeds is going to deeply modify the gaming landscape.
### 22. Had the Switch 2 console two weeks after not owning a Nintendo console since the DS. And I am absolutely LOVING the experience. Didn't think I'd run out of slots so quickly 😅. Better case with more slots is on the way (score 35, 1 item, sources: Reddit)
- Uncertainty: single-source
1. [reddit] Had the Switch 2 console two weeks after not owning a Nintendo console since the DS. And I am absolutely LOVING the experience. Didn't think I'd run out of slots so quickly 😅. Better case with more slots is on the way
- 2026-11-09 | r/Switch | [23pts, 7cmt] | score:35
- URL: [https://www.reddit.com/r/Switch/comments/1xrgba7/had_the_switch_2_console_two_weeks_after_not/](https://www.reddit.com/r/Switch/comments/1xrgba7/had_the_switch_2_console_two_weeks_after_not/)
- Evidence: None
### 23. FOR SALE: Nintendo Switch 2 bought last June 5, 2026 Complete with all accessories in the Box with receipt from DataBlitz Inclusion: Overc (score 35, 1 item, sources: Threads)
- Uncertainty: single-source
1. [threads] FOR SALE: Nintendo Switch 2 bought last June 5, 2026 Complete with all accessories in the Box with receipt from DataBlitz Inclusion: Overc
- 2026-11-07 | angelicamaeapostol | [17likes] | score:35
- URL: [https://www.threads.com/@angelicamaeapostol/post/DfdKF0igcxa](https://www.threads.com/@angelicamaeapostol/post/DfdKF0igcxa)
- Why: Individual resale post, low relevance to broader news.
- Evidence: FOR SALE: Nintendo Switch 2 bought last June 5, 2026 Complete with all accessories in the Box with receipt from DataBlitz Inclusion: Overcookee Switch 1 game 2 Switch 2 Cases For 26,000 only. Also selling: Switch 2 Mario Kart World 2,400 Switch 2 Super Mario Bros Wonder 2,600 Switch 2 Kirby and the Forgotten Land 2,600 Nintendo Switch Sports 1,600 Nintend...
### 24. The Nintendo Switch 2 Power Situation Just Got an Update! (score 35, 1 item, sources: YouTube)
- Uncertainty: single-source
1. [youtube] The Nintendo Switch 2 Power Situation Just Got an Update!
- 2026-11-08 | Sunbro Nation | [64,303views] | score:35
- URL: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JB1B8pjvVck](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JB1B8pjvVck)
- Evidence: So, some great news when it comes to the Nintendo Switch 2's overall power capabilities and what kind of games it can run has just appeared online and it's kind of a two-pronged story because in the first part of this video, I want to highlight an interview from friend of the channel Attack the Backlog with a game dev that actually goes into detail on how...
- Highlights (auto-generated transcript; may contain transcription errors):
- "Does that mean the door is open and something like that is possible to run on Switch 2?"
- "Like, is the Switch 2 really as capable of a Series S?"
- "You know, so like if you're porting against both, is it working on the Series S gives you an idea of how a port for for on that on that system would look on the Switch 2 because it's is it similar..."
- "Or is it is it close enough that you just know that if it's possible there, it's possible on Switch 2?"
- "He had a technical director of the Call of Duty titles, Dying Light 2, Chronos, and more just plain out state that in general, yes, anything that's possible on a Series S is possible on a Switch 2."
### 25. Nintendo switch 2 for sale ! Reason sale got no time to play Condition like new ( jwanjiiii !!!! ) Masih under warranty beli on 30/4/202 (score 34, 1 item, sources: Threads)
- Uncertainty: single-source
1. [threads] Nintendo switch 2 for sale ! Reason sale got no time to play Condition like new ( jwanjiiii !!!! ) Masih under warranty beli on 30/4/202
- 2026-11-03 | jasyrnaa | [15likes] | score:34
- URL: [https://www.threads.com/@jasyrnaa/post/DfSjzo6k4G5](https://www.threads.com/@jasyrnaa/post/DfSjzo6k4G5)
- Why: Individual resale post, low relevance to broader news.
- Evidence: Nintendo switch 2 for sale ! Reason sale got no time to play Condition like new ( jwanjiiii !!!! ) Masih under warranty beli on 30/4/2026 Free 3 case , game pokopia n mariokart deluxe Starting price 1.8k to letgo buy at 2.2k tak termasuk harga game
### 26. Пост-релизный анализ Nintendo Switch 2: Триумф и критика: Запуск Nintendo Switch 2, состоявшийся 5 июня 2025 года, остается центральной т (score 33, 1 item, sources: Pinterest)
- Uncertainty: single-source
1. [pinterest] Пост-релизный анализ Nintendo Switch 2: Триумф и критика: Запуск Nintendo Switch 2, состоявшийся 5 июня 2025 года, остается центральной т
- date unknown [date:low] | Консольный Цех | score:33
- URL: [https://www.pinterest.com/pin/1043568544918514307](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/1043568544918514307)
- Why: Post-release analysis of the Switch 2, though date is unknown.
- Evidence: Пост-релизный анализ Nintendo Switch 2: Триумф и критика:
Запуск Nintendo Switch 2, состоявшийся 5 июня 2025 года, остается центральной темой обсуждения на профильных ресурсах.
К концу года консоль демонстрирует впечатляющие количественные показатели продаж (более 10,36 млн устройств по состоянию на 30 сентября), однако тон медиа-покрытия сместился с в...
### 27. Nintendo's worst nightmare begins as Switch 2 games start running on PC and Mac (score 33, 1 item, sources: Hacker News)
- Uncertainty: single-source
1. [hackernews] Nintendo's worst nightmare begins as Switch 2 games start running on PC and Mac
- 2026-10-28 | Hacker News | [28pts, 10cmt] | score:33
- URL: [https://videocardz.com/newz/nintendos-worst-nightmare-begins-as-switch-2-exclusive-games-start-running-on-pcs-and-macs](https://videocardz.com/newz/nintendos-worst-nightmare-begins-as-switch-2-exclusive-games-start-running-on-pcs-and-macs)
- Evidence: Lesson: make your console super powerful or someone's going to emulate it on a phone during its release cycle? .... and yet the console still can't do YouTube... (sighs in frustration not for myself, but for the kids in my family, who still gravitate towards the first one to watch a video here and there)
- captainbland: Lesson: make your console super powerful or someone's going to emulate it on a phone during its release cycle? — https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=50282719
- jjkaczor: .... and yet the console still can't do YouTube... (sighs in frustration not for myself, but for the kids in my family, who still gravitate towards the first one to watch a video here and there) — https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=50279660
- Insight: Lesson: make your console super powerful or someone's going to emulate it on a phone during its release cycle?
### 28. 0xNikilite/oboromi (1.4K stars) - 0 open issues (score 32, 1 item, sources: GitHub)
- Uncertainty: single-source
1. [github] 0xNikilite/oboromi (1.4K stars) - 0 open issues
- 2026-11-09 | 0xNikilite/oboromi | [1,405stars] | score:32
- URL: [https://github.com/0xNikilite/oboromi](https://github.com/0xNikilite/oboromi)
- Why: Technical project related to Switch 2, but less relevant to general news.
- Evidence: Project: 0xNikilite/oboromi (1.4K stars, 0 open issues, Rust)
a proof-of-concept project for a possible Nintendo Switch 2 emulator.
README:
> It's been some time, child. When you truly face me, you will regret ever drawing that sword of yours. Hero Link, Princess Zelda's fate and the fate of all Hyrule rest in your hands. >> [music]
Top comment @Akira_eyes_of_heaven (2000 likes): 0:56 yeah dark link we see the fit
Top comment @Astraphel. (175 likes): It feels like Christmas already
Top comment @natrix_explosion9919 (1900 likes): Turning the game on and hearing the song and watching Link ride Epona made me feel things I havent felt in a long time.
Highlights (auto-generated transcript; may contain transcription errors):
- "It would seem I have but a little time left."
- "When you truly face me, you will regret ever drawing that sword of yours."
- "Hero Link, Princess Zelda's fate and the fate of all Hyrule rest in your hands."
Transcript (54 words; auto-generated — may contain transcription errors)
It would seem I have but a little time left. I will entrust everything to the child. >> It's been some time, child. When you truly face me, you will regret ever drawing that sword of yours. Hero Link, Princess Zelda's fate and the fate of all Hyrule rest in your hands. >> [music]
Transcript (2634 words; auto-generated — may contain transcription errors)
So, some great news when it comes to the Nintendo Switch 2's overall power capabilities and what kind of games it can run has just appeared online and it's kind of a two-pronged story because in the first part of this video, I want to highlight an interview from friend of the channel Attack the Backlog with a game dev that actually goes into detail on how powerful this developer considers the Switch 2 to be and it kind of answers and puts to bed that big debate that you saw in the entire lead-up to the Switch 2 generation and even into the early part of it, that is if a game runs on Series S, is that a good benchmark to say that it can also be ported to Nintendo Switch 2 and is that just kind of a blanket statement and what does that mean for some of the more ambitious ports like GTA 6 that will be running on a Series S console? Does that mean the door is open and something like that is possible to run on Switch 2? So, I want to first unpack that particular statement and what it really means overall for the rest of this console generation and I want to then talk about a big feature that was missing from Switch 2 at launch months later than implemented, which is VRR and we already knew this was coming to Zelda Ocarina of Time due to its eShop page, but we now also have confirmation that third-parties are already putting this in their games that are still in the process of launching on Switch 2 with some very quick turnaround times, which probably means going forward the third-party floodgates are now open in terms of VRR support and that is obviously awesome to see. So, we'll break down all of this in detail, but before we do, make sure you like, subscribe and turn your bell notification to join Sub Revision if you're new here and we're going to first kick this off by tackling that age-old question that still comes up online to this day from time to time, but it was definitely prevalent in the online space and discussion in the lead-up to the Switch 2's launch, which is that big power conversation of if you had to compare this to another console and obviously every gaming console is kind of unique in its own way. It doesn't one-to-one translate to any other piece of hardware, but in terms of the current generation console space, we see the PS5, the Xbox Series X and the Xbox S. And one thing that is obviously true with the hybrid form factor of the Switch 2 is that it does not, in terms of raw processing power and or graphical GPU power, have anything on the exact same one-to-one level as a PS5 or Series X. But one thing that has been compared quite frequently is the Series S performance. And we've already seen a number of different ports that actually run better on Switch 2 in some cases than its Series S counterpart. And sometimes that just has to deal with extra optimization and extra focus on the Switch 2 port. But they have been kind of that back-and-forth comparison that you see people make online. Like, is the Switch 2 really as capable of a Series S? And if that is the case, anything that comes to the Series S, does that mean it technically is possible to be ported to the Switch 2? Or is that not really an accurate benchmark for what this console can do in terms of its overall power and games performance? And thanks to a recent interview from friend of the channel Attack the Backlog, which I will have the full video linked in the description down below, and I definitely recommend you guys to go show him some support and actually check out the interview for yourself because it is a very interesting one. He had a technical director of the Call of Duty titles, Dying Light 2, Chronos, and more just plain out state that in general, yes, anything that's possible on a Series S is possible on a Switch 2. And in fact, in some cases, it's easier to port those games to Nintendo's hybrid form factor console. And we'll actually let you listen to the exact clip and explanation yourself, so we're not putting words in anybody's mouth. So, here's the uninterrupted clip, and we will then break it down. >> I wanted to mention because something you said to me before really stuck in my mind, which was that you said that the Xbox Series S is almost like a reference point for for for the Switch 2. You know, so like if you're porting against both, is it working on the Series S gives you an idea of how a port for for on that on that system would look on the Switch 2 because it's is it similar in some way? Or is it is it close enough that you just know that if it's possible there, it's possible on Switch 2? >> Yes, even easier to do something on Switch 2 than on Xbox, but I think I can't go too much into details because we are going to break some ideas. >> Oh, [laughter] no. >> Yeah. So, we we we have to be really uh really careful about that part. But basically, I would say yes, Series S is a good reference point. And if game runs on Series S, it just means uh it's it's it's will run on Switch 2. >> Perfect. >> A bit of m...
Transcript (1517 words; auto-generated — may contain transcription errors)
Behold, my friends, the brand-new Nintendo Switch 2. Thanks to the European Union, there's an upgraded version of the Switch 2, which is now rolling out, which has an easily accessible battery for not only the Joy-Cons, but also the console itself. Supposedly, there's some internal changes, and perhaps even a brand-new screen. So, let's take a closer look and hope that the CMOS battery is easy to find. How about a battery? How about just a battery? How about the whole battery is easy to find, right? So, unlike the last time that Nintendo upgraded the Switch with the red box edition, there's not a very clear way to tell the difference between these two consoles. However, there is, thankfully, an actual way to do it. With the original Switch 2, it's an HA [music] serial number, so that's the first two digits on it. The new model is an HL. Um Okay. Let's start out by looking at the Joy-Cons themselves. So, these are the new Joy-Cons on this side. I've spotted a difference immediately. They just changed the kind of screws they use. So, the newer Joy-Cons have a normal Phillips screw, as opposed to the older one which has the like the tri-wing like that. Same screw that they've been using since like the Game Boy, so you [music] have to have a special bit. Um there's also a new model number. So, if you look at the old Joy-Con, it is a BEE012 model number. The new one is BEE01-01. So, very similar to when they did the red box Switch, they just added -01. So, you can actually tell by looking at these, and by looking at the model number, if you have the newer or the old Joy-Cons. And then, let's take a look at the Switch 2 itself. So, I don't think there's a Oh, actually, yeah. No, it looks like they're using Phillips screws here as well. So, the old model had no screws at all, so you just couldn't get at it. But, this one actually has two easily accessible Phillips screws, which I guess we'll see if that makes it easier to actually crack open the Joy-Con rails themselves, or maybe just to open the entire Switch itself. Sweet. Let's get these guys on the scale and see what we're working with here. So, the original Switch comes in at about actually exactly 400 g, and upgraded switch comes in at 409 grams. So, it's slightly heavier, >> [music] >> which makes sense if there's extra screws and whatnot. Now, correct me if I'm wrong, but Alex, I think that Nintendo actually published the battery specs on these things, and they actually do There's a meaningful difference, especially in the Joy-Cons, right? >> So, on the Joy-Cons, the battery says no change in capacity. >> Sweet. Sounds good. And then on the console itself, it will be a 1% smaller battery capacity than the current one. Which is such a tiny amount, but you know what? They've had to completely redesign the battery to fit in the new chassis. So, I think it's pretty safe to say that almost anyone would appreciate giving up 1% of a battery, something you'll never notice. All I got to say is I'm real happy we don't have a PS5 Slim situation here. Cuz that would have made me [music] sad. Again. I was just sad last week. Back at it again, my friends, with a little bit of power testing with the new versus old switch. But this time around, we're going to bring in an expert who has done thousands of hours of specific console power testing to make sure that we do not mess this up. Alex, can you give me a hand here? >> Hey guys. >> [laughter] >> How >> I can't thousands of hours. >> Yeah. Thousands of hours. Kill me. I'm just saying, I'm like >> I'm trying TO HYPE YOU UP. >> I CAN'T I'VE ONLY PLAYED THE SWITCH for more THAN LIKE 30. >> [laughter] >> WHAT WE'RE GOING TO DO IS WE'RE GOING to go into a Fortnite match side by side. So, this is the old switch over here, and the newer switch over there. We're going to One of us needs to die. We'll spectate. That way, it'll be like an actually matched scene. And then we'll watch the power meter and see if there's any difference. To be very clear, I'm not expecting any real differences here. If there's a difference, that's surprising. So, why don't we race to see who can die first? Okay. Next step, find someone and stand in front of them until they shoot you. I can do that. I'm right here. Shoot me. >> How do I get out of this maze? >> Okay, so I'm dead. So, officially actually ripped. We're spectating you now. So, we're looking at Oh my god, dude. It is identical. 22 21 Dude, it is like within a watt. [music] So, power seems to be about the same. Let's actually see if the fans are any different. So, we're going to start with the old model. Shh, we're power testing. This is scientific, okay? You would know You should know better. You're an expert. >> [laughter] >> Oh, it's actually this sounds very different. Really? Let's do a quick little actual thermal test to see where this guy's at. This is the old Switch, which we look at the exhaust. Uh 58°. Then come over to the newer Switch, and it is 58° as well. Yeah. Whatever the...
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I feel like there's this really bizarrephenomenon where more and more individuals are searching for a one andonly. I know that I've been on the search for like that one and onlymachine that can do the job. And I've realized that it is absolutelyimpossible to get everything. If I'm being honest, I think off rip that'sjust a bad approach. Really it should come down to where and what do you wantto play? Where do you want to play? Oh, then I know that makes sense. Thathonestly makes sense. Games like Expedition 33, a popular game, a gamethat people really really like is not on the Nintendo Switch 2,unfortunately. Uh it's not even on Nintendo Switch 1. A game like GalacticRacer, which came out of nowhere and scribed owned its place in the annexesof time. Like this is this is the I don't even know if that makes sense, butthat game you can't play on a Nintendo Switch 2.But if I'm being honest, those compromises are to get a one and only.And over the past, I would say a couple of months, I haven't been spending lessand less time juggling between [music] a powerful device and the Nintendo Switch2. I've made videos about just doing the Nintendo Switch 2. And nowout of everything that I've been able to useand enjoy, I find myself more instinctually or instinctively,instinctively, you let me know if I didn't mis-say it right, just grabbingthe Switch. I'm just going to say Switch. Switch 2 is kind of weird.Over these past couple of weeks, something happened. This guy, theSteam Deck, started to actually take a backseat to the Nintendo Switch because,well, the Switch now has Call of Duty. I don't think that Call of Duty isnecessarily like this "Oh my gosh, the Switch is relevant now."But it's interesting. The very device that was considered a accessory for theSteam Deck now is able to do things that the SteamDeck can't do. All my tech is portable, whichmeans this is all of the OEM chargers. I've been an OEM guy for a long time,and then it hit me. I use OEM chargers, but I have noproblem using power banks. So, I decided to consolidate. This hasreplaced all of them, and it is smaller than my Apple charger. This is the CooKTech Ultra 10. It is a four-port power adapter, [music] but has some featuresin it that sets my heart at ease. It's not thatdeep, bro. It's just a charger. Yeah, I guess so, but with this charger, I wantto make sure I don't blow up my devices. And so,this, right? These two, that's two 100-W outputs, one 45-W output, and then USB-Athat can do 18 W. Power priority, so if I have multiple devices powered in, themaximum it's going to be outputting is 110 W. And so, it'll split that up. Howdo you know? This.This is actually a full display readout. >> [music]>> That is where it puts my heart at ease. So, this is what I mean. I have all mydevices, right? Sitting right here in front of me. Let's plug in thecharger. It's going to turn on, and let's plug in. It has an included cablethat is up to 240-W capable, which is kind of cool. I'm going to plug into thefirst one. As I plug into the first one, let's try some different things out, allright? Let's try out the uh Steam Deck, which was powered off.And right off rip, it starts to pump 18, 22, 25, 27. It's just going up. It'sgoing up. And then, let's say I want to plug in my uhmy iPad too. And it says on the side, on C2, and it says Apple, because this isoptimized for Apple devices, which is really nice, because I run an Appleecosystem. I don't have to worry about it overcharging, and I can visually seewhat is going on with my device. And this is important to me as someone whohas multiple devices with multiple requirements for wattage. I don't wantto blow my stuff up. That was my biggest fear. And so, now I can do that. And uhthis has little buttons and stuff with uh tells you the heat temperature thatthis thing will get up to, which is kind of cool.But, that's the CooK Tech 10 Ultra, a [music]smart charger. I don't need my stuff to be smart, butit does the trick. Now, as time goes on, chapters of yourlife change, and I think it's important to understand that everything comes inseasons. There was a season where I was really into the Steam Deck, a seasonwhere PC gaming took the forefront. My community and I partnered in that, andnow I'm in a season of well, minimizing or consolidating. [music]And that season comes with some realizations, that the needs that I havefor my recreational activities are quite high. They need to fit within mylifestyle, and my lifestyle is someone who prioritizes plenty of other thingsabove my hobbies. But, something that is so satisfying, and again,confidence-inspiring for someone who wants to make sure that the investmentin such a hobby isn't wasteful or being a bad steward [music] of the resourcesthat I've been blessed with, seeing Call of Duty not just beingplayable on a Nintendo Switch, too, but being chosen as a preferred method frompeople who have genuinely experienced and liked the Call of Duty game on otherconsoles, well,it's stagg...
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## Ranked Evidence Clusters
### 1. 🎮 WHY IS THE STEAM DECK OLED STILL A GOOD CHOICE IN 2026? 🔥 Even with newer handhelds coming out, the Steam Deck OLED is still worth conside (score 66, 1 item, sources: TikTok)
1. [tiktok] 🎮 WHY IS THE STEAM DECK OLED STILL A GOOD CHOICE IN 2026? 🔥 Even with newer handhelds coming out, the Steam Deck OLED is still worth conside
- 2026-11-08 | pinoytaiwantechfinds | [1,183views, 16likes, 3cmt] | score:66
- URL: [https://www.tiktok.com/@pinoytaiwantechfinds/video/7705597812922256647](https://www.tiktok.com/@pinoytaiwantechfinds/video/7705597812922256647)
- Why: Provides a clear, hands-on perspective on why the Steam Deck OLED remains a strong choice in 2026, covering performance and user experience.
- Evidence: 🎮 WHY IS THE STEAM DECK OLED STILL A GOOD CHOICE IN 2026? 🔥 Even with newer handhelds coming out, the Steam Deck OLED is still worth considering! ❤️ ✅ Beautiful 7.4” HDR OLED Display ✅ Smooth 90Hz Refresh Rate ✅ Excellent Battery Efficiency ✅ Comfortable Ergonomic Design ✅ SteamOS – Easy to Use and Gaming-Focused ✅ Huge Steam Game Library ✅ Great for AAA...
### 2. Steam Deck OLED 6 month test Review (2026): Specs, Pros & Cons, and Who It's For | The Inspect Aspect (score 61, 1 item, sources: Web)
1. [grounding] Steam Deck OLED 6 month test Review (2026): Specs, Pros & Cons, and Who It's For | The Inspect Aspect
- date unknown [date:low] | www.theinspectaspect.com | score:61
- URL: [https://www.theinspectaspect.com/en/tech/gaming-consoles/steam-deck-oled-6-month-test-2026](https://www.theinspectaspect.com/en/tech/gaming-consoles/steam-deck-oled-6-month-test-2026)
- Why: Highly relevant 2026 research-based review covering specs, pros, and cons, directly addressing the product intent.
- Evidence: \# Steam Deck OLED 6 month test Review (2026): Specs, Pros & Cons, and Who It's For
[Brian Conrad By Brian Conrad , Senior Tech Editor](https://www.theinspectaspect.com/authors/brian-conrad) Research-based review July 17, 2026 7min read
Steam Deck OLED 6 month test Review (2026): Specs, Pros & Cons, and Who It's For
...
Overall: 9.1/10 — Based on specs...
### 3. The Steam Deck In 2026 (score 51, 1 item, sources: YouTube)
1. [youtube] The Steam Deck In 2026
- 2026-10-27 | Professor Tek | [35,647views] | score:51
- URL: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AXE879rSPRU](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AXE879rSPRU)
- Evidence: Hey you, I'm Professor Tech, and is the Steam Deck still worth buying in 2026? Is it worth upgrading given the state of the technology market today? Will I keep my shirt on for the length of this video? Let's find out. >> [music] >> Valve's flagship handheld, the Steam Deck OLED, along with its nearly identical twin, the Steam Deck LCD, have had a fairly...
- Highlights (auto-generated transcript; may contain transcription errors):
- "So, when the year of Gaben 2026, is the Steam Deck's price, performance, features, and overall compatibility with modern experiences still worth the cost of entry?"
- ">> [music] >> Valve's flagship handheld, the Steam Deck OLED, along with its nearly identical twin, the Steam Deck LCD, have had a fairly large grip on the handheld gaming PC market for the better..."
- "Even the Nintendo Switch 2, which many argue lives in its own arena, can't help but be compared to the Steam Deck."
- "Ah, currently to get a new Steam Deck OLED in the base configuration with 512 GB of storage, it will cost you a whopping $789, up from its original price of $549."
- "Still, given that the original cost of the first Steam Deck LCD model with 64 GB of storage was only $399, that's a really big pill to swallow."
### 4. Valve cancelled my Steam Deck OLED order, refunded me €619, but the device was delivered anyway (score 47, 1 item, sources: Reddit)
1. [reddit] Valve cancelled my Steam Deck OLED order, refunded me €619, but the device was delivered anyway
- 2026-11-03 | r/SteamDeck | [17,332pts, 814cmt] | score:47 | fun:65
- URL: [https://www.reddit.com/r/SteamDeck/comments/1xmp5l2/valve_cancelled_my_steam_deck_oled_order_refunded/](https://www.reddit.com/r/SteamDeck/comments/1xmp5l2/valve_cancelled_my_steam_deck_oled_order_refunded/)
- Why: Anecdotal user experience regarding logistics, but not representative of general performance or technical bugs.
- Evidence: I wouldn’t be surprised if Valve simply lets you keep it. Quite a few companies would rather write something like this off than deal with the hassle and expense of arranging a return, processing it, inspecting the device and putting it back into inventory.
€619 isn’t exactly pocket change, though, I admire your honesty. It’s a trait not celebrated enoug...
- u/Futui (1366 upvotes): I wouldn’t be surprised if Valve simply lets you keep it. Quite a few companies would rather write something like this off than deal with the hassle and expense of arranging a return, processing it, inspecting the device and putting it b...
- u/LemonPartyW0rldTour (665 upvotes): I admire your honesty. It’s a trait not celebrated enough.
- u/Agile_Spray_415 (542 upvotes): Late to the party but this happen to me! I live in the mountains so delivery’s aren’t normal.
Ordered. Then after 2 weeks of it saying “in transit” I requested a refund. The steam deck still showed up. I wanted it anyway, called custom...
- Insight: I admire your honesty. It’s a trait not celebrated enough.
### 5. ValveSoftware/steam-for-linux (4.9K stars) - 3986 open issues (score 45, 1 item, sources: GitHub)
1. [github] ValveSoftware/steam-for-linux (4.9K stars) - 3986 open issues
- 2026-11-09 | ValveSoftware/steam-for-linux | [4,917stars, 3,986open] | score:45
- URL: [https://github.com/ValveSoftware/steam-for-linux](https://github.com/ValveSoftware/steam-for-linux)
- Why: fallback-local-score (repo snapshot)
- Evidence: Project: ValveSoftware/steam-for-linux (4.9K stars, 3986 open issues, )
Issue tracking for the Steam for Linux beta client
README: Steam for Linux Client
======================
This is the README for the Steam for Linux client.
Hardware and Software Requirements
----------------------------------
Steam for Linux stable client requirements are as fol...
### 6. Valve cancelled my Steam Deck OLED order, refunded me €619, but the device was delivered anyway (score 44, 1 item, sources: Reddit)
1. [reddit] Valve cancelled my Steam Deck OLED order, refunded me €619, but the device was delivered anyway
- 2026-11-04 | r/Handhelds | [14,941pts, 2,242cmt] | score:44 | fun:55
- URL: [https://www.reddit.com/r/Handhelds/comments/1xnrtdr/valve_cancelled_my_steam_deck_oled_order_refunded/](https://www.reddit.com/r/Handhelds/comments/1xnrtdr/valve_cancelled_my_steam_deck_oled_order_refunded/)
- Evidence: Bro, close your eyes, say thank you to whatever you believe in, buy your kids/little sister brother a gift and some extra candies and enjoy your favorite game tonight Hello there, valve support here, thanks for being honest, please message me for payment invoice. Jokes aside, you did the right thing. One day, that specific Steam Deck could be tracked down...
- u/Mammoth_Courage1763 (1942 upvotes): Bro, close your eyes, say thank you to whatever you believe in, buy your kids/little sister brother a gift and some extra candies and enjoy your favorite game tonight
- u/sudo02k (24 upvotes): Hello there, valve support here, thanks for being honest, please message me for payment invoice.
Jokes aside, you did the right thing. One day, that specific Steam Deck could be tracked down, and then you’d have to deal with a whole lo...
- u/MissJessicaB (24 upvotes): I see lots of people criticizing you for telling Valve but in your shoes I would have real fear of my Steam account being locked if I turned this on and logged into it with my Steam account. I've spent thousands on those games and I'd be...
- Insight: Although others have said “keep it”. I thought there was a unique serial number associated with that device and they knew which one was shipped to you...
### 7. Give me 13 minutes with your Steam Deck. (score 43, 1 item, sources: YouTube)
1. [youtube] Give me 13 minutes with your Steam Deck.
- 2026-11-06 | Poladr0id | [160,279views] | score:43
- URL: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mnEvxIj4gK0](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mnEvxIj4gK0)
- Evidence: There's a lot that Steam Deck can do that it doesn't exactly advertise. And even after all the videos I've made about it, I'm still finding things I've completely overlooked. So I've pulled together 25 tips to make your deck easier to use and get a little more out of your games. Think of this as finally reading the instructions with a lot less reading. If...
- @TheLuckster (93 likes): wake up everyone we've got more steam deck love, hell yeah
- Highlights (auto-generated transcript; may contain transcription errors):
- "There's a lot that Steam Deck can do that it doesn't exactly advertise."
- "Assign whatever button the game uses for sprint, like clicking the left stick or R2, for example."
- "Tap the badge icon and you can look at Steam Deck reports from other people sharing settings they're using and any fixes that they needed."
- "[music] For games with text that were made for a much bigger screen, hold Steam and L1 to bring up the magnifier."
- "[music] If a game keeps bouncing between the 40s and 60, try giving it a target it can comfortably hold."
### 8. FOR SALE: Steam Deck OLED 512GB Letting go of my Steam Deck OLED for ₱30,000! 🥹 Bought January 2026 and still under warranty. Barely used (score 41, 1 item, sources: Threads)
1. [threads] FOR SALE: Steam Deck OLED 512GB Letting go of my Steam Deck OLED for ₱30,000! 🥹 Bought January 2026 and still under warranty. Barely used
- 2026-10-24 | lovelymaeg | [52likes] | score:41
- URL: [https://www.threads.com/@lovelymaeg/post/De27H27j_xT](https://www.threads.com/@lovelymaeg/post/De27H27j_xT)
- Why: Provides a user perspective on ownership and resale, though it is primarily a sales post.
- Evidence: FOR SALE: Steam Deck OLED 512GB Letting go of my Steam Deck OLED for ₱30,000! 🥹 Bought January 2026 and still under warranty. Barely used — Stardew Valley lang talaga ang nilaro dito HAHAHA Comes with: * Steam Deck OLED * JSAUX case with stand * 512GB microSD card * Remaining warranty For reference, the current listed price at DataBlitz is around ₱54K, so...
### 9. ValveSoftware/SteamOS (2.7K stars) - 1570 open issues (score 41, 1 item, sources: GitHub)
1. [github] ValveSoftware/SteamOS (2.7K stars) - 1570 open issues
- 2026-11-09 | ValveSoftware/SteamOS | [2,665stars, 1,570open] | score:41
- URL: [https://github.com/ValveSoftware/SteamOS](https://github.com/ValveSoftware/SteamOS)
- Why: First-party source for technical issues and community support, though it is a raw issue tracker rather than a summary.
- Evidence: Project: ValveSoftware/SteamOS (2.7K stars, 1570 open issues, )
SteamOS community tracker
README: SteamOS community tracker
=========================
This issue tracker is meant for community support and requests for improvements.
SteamOS Installation and Repair
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https://help.steampowered.com/en/faqs/view/65B4-2AA3-5F37-4227
SteamOS Rec...
### 10. Can anyone actually recommend a steam deck after some years of ownership or is it just another thing to sit on a shelf? (score 40, 1 item, sources: Threads)
1. [threads] Can anyone actually recommend a steam deck after some years of ownership or is it just another thing to sit on a shelf?
- 2026-10-15 | mechclix | [16likes] | score:40
- URL: [https://www.threads.com/@mechclix/post/DegZZcnjgS0](https://www.threads.com/@mechclix/post/DegZZcnjgS0)
- Why: Captures genuine community sentiment regarding long-term ownership, though it lacks a detailed response.
- Evidence: Can anyone actually recommend a steam deck after some years of ownership or is it just another thing to sit on a shelf?
### 11. Valve Steam Deck - Review 2023 - PCMag UK (score 40, 1 item, sources: Web)
1. [grounding] Valve Steam Deck - Review 2023 - PCMag UK
- date unknown [date:low] | uk.pcmag.com | score:40
- URL: [https://uk.pcmag.com/migrated-84555-gaming/139065/valve-steam-deck](https://uk.pcmag.com/migrated-84555-gaming/139065/valve-steam-deck)
- Why: Somewhat relevant as a review, but outdated (2023) compared to current 2026 performance expectations.
- Evidence: All games load about as fast as they do on a PC with a modest SSD; presumably, the highest-end Steam Deck loads games faster.
...
[Bayonetta](https://uk.pcmag.com/pc-games-2/89077/bayonetta-for-pc) , another Verified game, runs on the Steam Deck with good performance and proper controls. The game defaults to the Medium graphics setting and runs at a con...
### 12. A gamer says his Steam Deck OLED helped him find a girlfriend after he took it to a coffee shop to play games before work. He was playing T (score 40, 1 item, sources: X)
1. [x] A gamer says his Steam Deck OLED helped him find a girlfriend after he took it to a coffee shop to play games before work. He was playing T
- 2026-11-08 | @Pirat_Nation | [16,504likes, 776rt, 297re] | score:40
- URL: [https://x.com/Pirat_Nation/status/2119564370921316462](https://x.com/Pirat_Nation/status/2119564370921316462)
- Evidence: A gamer says his Steam Deck OLED helped him find a girlfriend after he took it to a coffee shop to play games before work. He was playing The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom when Maya, another Steam Deck owner, approached him. She was having trouble setting up emulation on her own device, so he offered to help. A 15-minute fix turned into dinner dat...
### 13. Nothing wrong with those games btw, but if you want legitimate hidden gems look no further 🥰 - #steamdeck #gaming #indiegamedev #indiegames (score 40, 1 item, sources: TikTok)
1. [tiktok] Nothing wrong with those games btw, but if you want legitimate hidden gems look no further 🥰 - #steamdeck #gaming #indiegamedev #indiegames
- 2026-11-03 | carterpowersday | [249,405views, 17,258likes, 315cmt] | score:40
- URL: [https://www.tiktok.com/@carterpowersday/video/7704020458437365005](https://www.tiktok.com/@carterpowersday/video/7704020458437365005)
- Evidence: Nothing wrong with those games btw, but if you want legitimate hidden gems look no further 🥰 - #steamdeck #gaming #indiegamedev #indiegames #skyrim
### 14. Both Valve and Nintendo had their backs against the wall. -> Nintendo raised the Switch 2 by $50. -> Valve raised the Steam Deck by $300. (score 39, 1 item, sources: X)
1. [x] Both Valve and Nintendo had their backs against the wall. -> Nintendo raised the Switch 2 by $50. -> Valve raised the Steam Deck by $300.
- 2026-11-08 | @crierlon | [861likes, 32rt, 141re] | score:39
- URL: [https://x.com/crierlon/status/2119488915677597895](https://x.com/crierlon/status/2119488915677597895)
- Evidence: Both Valve and Nintendo had their backs against the wall. -> Nintendo raised the Switch 2 by $50. -> Valve raised the Steam Deck by $300. Nintendo clearly cares more about affordable gaming devices than Valve.
### 15. ⚠️ Steam just removed Steam Deck from the steam (score 39, 1 item, sources: Reddit)
1. [reddit] ⚠️ Steam just removed Steam Deck from the steam
- 2026-11-03 | r/SteamDeck | [4,534pts, 525cmt] | score:39 | fun:85
- URL: [https://www.reddit.com/r/SteamDeck/comments/1xmrvhu/steam_just_removed_steam_deck_from_the_steam/](https://www.reddit.com/r/SteamDeck/comments/1xmrvhu/steam_just_removed_steam_deck_from_the_steam/)
- Evidence: A guy with a valve stuck to the back of his head just broke down my door and stole my steam deck straight out of my hands. Be careful out there guys Seems like a dead link. It's fine, it'll be fixed by noon. Sam Altman says no Decks for you, he needs the RAM.
- u/SaveTheAles (3647 upvotes): A guy with a valve stuck to the back of his head just broke down my door and stole my steam deck straight out of my hands. Be careful out there guys
- u/Iron-Ham (1124 upvotes): Seems like a dead link. It's fine, it'll be fixed by noon.
- u/leathco (718 upvotes): Sam Altman says no Decks for you, he needs the RAM.
- Insight: It's back. Go back to your Decks and have fun.
EDIT: To the person that reported and said I'm "claiming the link is fixed and it very clearly isn’t"...
### 16. What’s happened to my steam deck? (score 39, 1 item, sources: Reddit)
1. [reddit] What’s happened to my steam deck?
- 2026-11-03 | r/SteamDeck | [2,060pts, 260cmt] | score:39
- URL: [https://www.reddit.com/r/SteamDeck/comments/1xn7ckw/whats_happened_to_my_steam_deck/](https://www.reddit.com/r/SteamDeck/comments/1xn7ckw/whats_happened_to_my_steam_deck/)
- Evidence: None
### 17. My Steam Deck attacked me in my sleep. (score 38, 1 item, sources: Reddit)
1. [reddit] My Steam Deck attacked me in my sleep.
- 2026-11-08 | r/SteamDeck | [671pts, 147cmt] | score:38
- URL: [https://www.reddit.com/r/SteamDeck/comments/1xr8kmn/my_steam_deck_attacked_me_in_my_sleep/](https://www.reddit.com/r/SteamDeck/comments/1xr8kmn/my_steam_deck_attacked_me_in_my_sleep/)
- Evidence: None
### 18. Has anyone tried World of Warcraft: Forever on a Steam Deck yet? What's it like with a controller? I just can't imagine using a gamepad to c (score 38, 1 item, sources: Threads)
1. [threads] Has anyone tried World of Warcraft: Forever on a Steam Deck yet? What's it like with a controller? I just can't imagine using a gamepad to c
- 2026-11-05 | laterrex | [4likes] | score:38
- URL: [https://www.threads.com/@laterrex/post/DfXyW7tCS1n](https://www.threads.com/@laterrex/post/DfXyW7tCS1n)
- Why: Relevant user query about specific game performance (WoW) on the device.
- Evidence: Has anyone tried World of Warcraft: Forever on a Steam Deck yet? What's it like with a controller? I just can't imagine using a gamepad to cast spells 🤨
### 19. My gadgets and gizmos are my kids🙂 #relateable #nintendoswitch #steamdeck #fthemkids (score 36, 1 item, sources: TikTok)
1. [tiktok] My gadgets and gizmos are my kids🙂 #relateable #nintendoswitch #steamdeck #fthemkids
- 2026-11-05 | d.nero_als | [80,465views, 16,564likes, 286cmt] | score:36
- URL: [https://www.tiktok.com/@d.nero_als/video/7704698792439909662](https://www.tiktok.com/@d.nero_als/video/7704698792439909662)
- Evidence: My gadgets and gizmos are my kids🙂 #relateable #nintendoswitch #steamdeck #fthemkids
### 20. Steam Client is now faster than Epic's new vibe coded launcher (score 36, 1 item, sources: Hacker News)
1. [hackernews] Steam Client is now faster than Epic's new vibe coded launcher
- 2026-10-15 | Hacker News | [350pts, 361cmt] | score:36
- URL: [https://respawnfirst.com/steam-client-is-now-faster-than-epics-new-vibe-coded-launcher/](https://respawnfirst.com/steam-client-is-now-faster-than-epics-new-vibe-coded-launcher/)
- Evidence: I used to think vibe coding would get us slow Electron apps but now we got speed wars between game launchers. I hope this comes for all types of software. With that said, I tested it right now and Steam takes about 2 seconds to restore from tray and 10-15 for cold boot. The new Epic launcher is arou... > Epic may have “vibe coded” a faster client, but Val...
- tancop: I used to think vibe coding would get us slow Electron apps but now we got speed wars between game launchers. I hope this comes for all types of software.
With that said, I tested it right now and Steam takes about 2 seconds to restore f... — https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=50105781
- hombre_fatal: > Epic may have “vibe coded” a faster client, but Valve proved that targeted optimization on a decades-old ecosystem can still beat out AI speedruns.
Optimizing a project with AI is one of the most trivial things you can do with AI.
I al... — https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=50105954
- Goronmon: All I can think with this whole situation is how much time is wasted by people getting angry and defensive on behalf of a Valve. It's almost like people have a parasocial relationship with the application itself.
That's not even getting... — https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=50105789
- Insight: I used to think vibe coding would get us slow Electron apps but now we got speed wars between game launchers
### 21. Valve "played capitalism so well they broke it" and now Steam can't be replaced (score 36, 1 item, sources: Hacker News)
1. [hackernews] Valve "played capitalism so well they broke it" and now Steam can't be replaced
- 2026-11-02 | Hacker News | [58pts, 130cmt] | score:36
- URL: [https://www.gamesradar.com/games/valve-played-capitalism-so-well-they-broke-it-and-now-steam-can-never-be-replaced-former-epic-dev-says-i-dont-think-this-is-fixable/](https://www.gamesradar.com/games/valve-played-capitalism-so-well-they-broke-it-and-now-steam-can-never-be-replaced-former-epic-dev-says-i-dont-think-this-is-fixable/)
- Evidence: They are currently a very benevolent monopolist: they don't seriously compete with publishers that use their platform. They only occassionally produce a great Half-Life or DOTA game as a some sort of "halo effect" demo to encourage the industry to move forward (e.g. to show how VR is done right with... Well as a linux gamer, I'm ok with this. Nobody has b...
- a15971: They are currently a very benevolent monopolist: they don't seriously compete with publishers that use their platform. They only occassionally produce a great Half-Life or DOTA game as a some sort of "halo effect" demo to encourage the i... — https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=50343959
- cheschire: Well as a linux gamer, I'm ok with this. Nobody has been more successful at getting linux to be a first class gaming platform. — https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=50343919
- darth_avocado: Okay, if steam is holding gaming back, why hasn’t an alternative emerged? Apparently Valve maintains healthy margins after taking a 30% cut. What’s stopping other companies from taking a smaller cut and passing the benefits to consumers.... — https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=50344527
- Insight: They are currently a very benevolent monopolist: they don't seriously compete with publishers that use their platform
### 22. A red silicone case for my Steam Deck #steamdeck #xbox #xboxseriess #gamepad #xboxgaming (score 35, 1 item, sources: TikTok)
1. [tiktok] A red silicone case for my Steam Deck #steamdeck #xbox #xboxseriess #gamepad #xboxgaming
- 2026-11-03 | vezdenplay | [17,834views, 316likes, 7cmt] | score:35
- URL: [https://www.tiktok.com/@vezdenplay/video/7703996978824334612](https://www.tiktok.com/@vezdenplay/video/7703996978824334612)
- Evidence: A red silicone case for my Steam Deck #steamdeck #xbox #xboxseriess #gamepad #xboxgaming
### 23. #steamdeck #update Nov 3 😎😎😎 #handheld #steamdeckvalve #portablegaming (score 33, 1 item, sources: TikTok)
1. [tiktok] #steamdeck #update Nov 3 😎😎😎 #handheld #steamdeckvalve #portablegaming
- 2026-11-04 | deckedoutmods | [1,641views, 80likes, 6cmt] | score:33
- URL: [https://www.tiktok.com/@deckedoutmods/video/7704425282421230862](https://www.tiktok.com/@deckedoutmods/video/7704425282421230862)
- Evidence: #steamdeck #update Nov 3 😎😎😎 #handheld #steamdeckvalve #portablegaming
### 24. Nintendo isn’t going to like this one bit! BOTW on the Steam Deck! #kahlagaming (score 33, 1 item, sources: TikTok)
1. [tiktok] Nintendo isn’t going to like this one bit! BOTW on the Steam Deck! #kahlagaming
- 2026-11-06 | mattkahla | [1,655views, 54likes, 2cmt] | score:33
- URL: [https://www.tiktok.com/@mattkahla/video/7704853085994241311](https://www.tiktok.com/@mattkahla/video/7704853085994241311)
- Evidence: Nintendo isn’t going to like this one bit! BOTW on the Steam Deck! #kahlagaming
### 25. Please give me recommendations!! Any and all are welcome!!!! I’ve only been gaming for 3 years so i still haven’t played a ton of games 🥳💖 # (score 32, 1 item, sources: TikTok)
1. [tiktok] Please give me recommendations!! Any and all are welcome!!!! I’ve only been gaming for 3 years so i still haven’t played a ton of games 🥳💖 #
- 2026-11-01 | coursalmighty | [1,472views, 38likes, 43cmt] | score:32
- URL: [https://www.tiktok.com/@coursalmighty/video/7703258607214742798](https://www.tiktok.com/@coursalmighty/video/7703258607214742798)
- Evidence: Please give me recommendations!! Any and all are welcome!!!! I’ve only been gaming for 3 years so i still haven’t played a ton of games 🥳💖 #gaming #steam #steamdeck #videogames #fromsoftware
### 26. #steamdeck #steam #valve #ifixit #steamgames (score 32, 1 item, sources: TikTok)
1. [tiktok] #steamdeck #steam #valve #ifixit #steamgames
- 2026-11-07 | sanjovalentine11 | [1,520views, 90likes, 11cmt] | score:32
- URL: [https://www.tiktok.com/@sanjovalentine11/video/7705258273745767694](https://www.tiktok.com/@sanjovalentine11/video/7705258273745767694)
- Evidence: #steamdeck #steam #valve #ifixit #steamgames
### 27. I’m testing my game on the Steam Deck, and it’s running smoothly ☺️ A Game About breaking a wall - add to wishlist demo available soon 🔜 #s (score 31, 1 item, sources: TikTok)
1. [tiktok] I’m testing my game on the Steam Deck, and it’s running smoothly ☺️ A Game About breaking a wall - add to wishlist demo available soon 🔜 #s
- 2026-11-08 | john.vavilin8 | [2,190views, 67likes, 8cmt] | score:31
- URL: [https://www.tiktok.com/@john.vavilin8/video/7705718170568625429](https://www.tiktok.com/@john.vavilin8/video/7705718170568625429)
- Evidence: I’m testing my game on the Steam Deck, and it’s running smoothly ☺️ A Game About breaking a wall - add to wishlist demo available soon 🔜 #steamdeck #indiedev #gamedev
### 28. ToTK better on Steam Deck？ (score 31, 1 item, sources: TikTok)
1. [tiktok] ToTK better on Steam Deck？
- 2026-11-08 | nophstech | [379views, 6likes, 1cmt] | score:31
- URL: [https://www.tiktok.com/@nophstech/video/7705924016149630221](https://www.tiktok.com/@nophstech/video/7705924016149630221)
- Evidence: ToTK better on Steam Deck？
### 29. Steam Deck OLED 512gb+1Tb (score 31, 1 item, sources: Threads)
1. [threads] Steam Deck OLED 512gb+1Tb
- 2026-11-03 | trantrangt | [8likes] | score:31
- URL: [https://www.threads.com/@trantrangt/post/DfRX_e8klv5](https://www.threads.com/@trantrangt/post/DfRX_e8klv5)
- Evidence: Steam Deck OLED 512gb+1Tb
### 30. Been getting a lot of comments with people asking when our game is coming the Steam Deck, so thought we should share this little PSA! Shroom (score 31, 1 item, sources: TikTok)
1. [tiktok] Been getting a lot of comments with people asking when our game is coming the Steam Deck, so thought we should share this little PSA! Shroom
- 2026-11-03 | teamlazerbeam | [2,956views, 137likes, 30cmt] | score:31
- URL: [https://www.tiktok.com/@teamlazerbeam/video/7704036892966210838](https://www.tiktok.com/@teamlazerbeam/video/7704036892966210838)
- Evidence: Been getting a lot of comments with people asking when our game is coming the Steam Deck, so thought we should share this little PSA! Shroom and Gloom is fully playable on the Steam Deck right now. For many players, it’s their preferred way to Shroom and Gloom! We’re still in the process of getting Deck verified by Steam, but there’s nothing stopping you...
### 31. Do not let your boyfriend see this handheld #Tech #steamdeck (score 30, 1 item, sources: TikTok)
1. [tiktok] Do not let your boyfriend see this handheld #Tech #steamdeck
- 2026-10-29 | r4deck | [9,393views, 325likes, 6cmt] | score:30
- URL: [https://www.tiktok.com/@r4deck/video/7701953069260590366](https://www.tiktok.com/@r4deck/video/7701953069260590366)
- Evidence: Do not let your boyfriend see this handheld #Tech #steamdeck
### 32. WTS STEAM DECK OLED Full set (score 30, 1 item, sources: Threads)
1. [threads] WTS STEAM DECK OLED Full set
- 2026-10-31 | antonyjulio | [11likes] | score:30
- URL: [https://www.threads.com/@antonyjulio/post/DfI_yhAmYqf](https://www.threads.com/@antonyjulio/post/DfI_yhAmYqf)
- Evidence: WTS STEAM DECK OLED Full set
### 33. 🎮✨ Take your PC gaming anywhere with the Steam Deck OLED! Featuring a stunning OLED display, improved battery life, and smooth performance, (score 27, 1 item, sources: Pinterest)
1. [pinterest] 🎮✨ Take your PC gaming anywhere with the Steam Deck OLED! Featuring a stunning OLED display, improved battery life, and smooth performance,
- date unknown [date:low] | I found this on tiktok | score:27
- URL: [https://www.pinterest.com/pin/1115837245205926160](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/1115837245205926160)
- Evidence: 🎮✨ Take your PC gaming anywhere with the Steam Deck OLED! Featuring a stunning OLED display, improved battery life, and smooth performance, this handheld gaming console lets you enjoy your favorite PC games at home or on the go. Whether you're relaxing at your desk, traveling, or gaming from the couch, the Steam Deck OLED delivers an incredible experience...
### 34. A Discovery Inside the Steam Deck's APU (2024) (score 26, 1 item, sources: Hacker News)
1. [hackernews] A Discovery Inside the Steam Deck's APU (2024)
- 2026-10-13 | Hacker News | [3pts] | score:26
- URL: [https://boilingsteam.com/an-in-depth-look-at-the-steam-deck-apu/](https://boilingsteam.com/an-in-depth-look-at-the-steam-deck-apu/)
- Why: Technical content, but dated (2024) and less relevant to current 2026 performance queries.
- Evidence: A Discovery Inside the Steam Deck's APU (2024)
### 35. WTS Steam Deck OLED 💃 1TB Battery Health masih 100% (as shown on pic) FULLSET, bonus case & screen protector LIKE NEW (jarang dipakai) Yan (score 25, 1 item, sources: Threads)
1. [threads] WTS Steam Deck OLED 💃 1TB Battery Health masih 100% (as shown on pic) FULLSET, bonus case & screen protector LIKE NEW (jarang dipakai) Yan
- 2026-10-16 | ivakhuang | [16likes] | score:25
- URL: [https://www.threads.com/@ivakhuang/post/Dejx54fCWUb](https://www.threads.com/@ivakhuang/post/Dejx54fCWUb)
- Evidence: WTS Steam Deck OLED 💃 1TB Battery Health masih 100% (as shown on pic) FULLSET, bonus case & screen protector LIKE NEW (jarang dipakai) Yang minat DM ya ✨
### 36. Steam Deck LCD 512GB (Battery Health 100%) *8 Months Warranty RM299 condition tiptop perfect Like new 🔥 (score 23, 1 item, sources: Threads)
1. [threads] Steam Deck LCD 512GB (Battery Health 100%) *8 Months Warranty RM299 condition tiptop perfect Like new 🔥
- 2026-10-16 | king_game_malaysia | [5likes] | score:23
- URL: [https://www.threads.com/@king_game_malaysia/post/DeixEqdmBbB](https://www.threads.com/@king_game_malaysia/post/DeixEqdmBbB)
- Evidence: Steam Deck LCD 512GB (Battery Health 100%) *8 Months Warranty RM299 condition tiptop perfect Like new 🔥
### 37. OLED screen for breathtaking visuals 📶 Improved Wi-Fi for seamless connectivity 🔋 Enhanced battery for extended gaming sessions ❄️ New cooli (score 22, 1 item, sources: Pinterest)
1. [pinterest] OLED screen for breathtaking visuals 📶 Improved Wi-Fi for seamless connectivity 🔋 Enhanced battery for extended gaming sessions ❄️ New cooli
- date unknown [date:low] | Gaming | score:22
- URL: [https://www.pinterest.com/pin/1132655375026016894](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/1132655375026016894)
- Evidence: OLED screen for breathtaking visuals 📶 Improved Wi-Fi for seamless connectivity 🔋 Enhanced battery for extended gaming sessions ❄️ New cooling system for optimal performance Elevate your gaming experience with the Steam Deck OLED! 🎮
### 38. Will Dota 2 average more Steam players in November than in October? (score 21, 1 item, sources: Polymarket)
1. [polymarket] Will Dota 2 average more Steam players in November than in October?
- 2026-11-09 | [71.5liquidity] | score:21
- URL: [https://polymarket.com/event/will-dota-2-average-more-steam-players-in-november-than-in-october](https://polymarket.com/event/will-dota-2-average-more-steam-players-in-november-than-in-october)
- Evidence: down 23.5% this week
## Best Takes
- "⚠️ Steam just removed Steam Deck from the steam" -- Reddit (fun:85 +crowd) -- The 'guy with a valve stuck to his head' visual is a top-tier absurdist joke.
- "Valve cancelled my Steam Deck OLED order, refunded me €619, but the device was delivered anyway" -- Reddit (fun:65 +crowd) -- A relatable 'oops, free stuff' moment with a nice nod to the rarity of honesty.
## All Items by Source
### Reddit (17 items)
**R2** (score:51) (2026-11-04) [14941 score, 2242 num_comments]
Valve cancelled my Steam Deck OLED order, refunded me €619, but the device was delivered anyway
[https://www.reddit.com/r/Handhelds/comments/1xnrtdr/valve_cancelled_my_steam_deck_oled_order_refunded/](https://www.reddit.com/r/Handhelds/comments/1xnrtdr/valve_cancelled_my_steam_deck_oled_order_refunded/)
*Handhelds*
Bro, close your eyes, say thank you to whatever you believe in, buy your kids/little sister brother a gift and some extra candies and enjoy your favorite game tonight Hello there, valve support here, thanks for being honest, please message me for payment invoice. Jokes aside, you did the right thing. One day, that specific Steam Deck could be tracked down, and then you’d have to deal with a whole lot of headaches. For example device lock or even worse account l I see lots of people criticizin...
Top comment u/Mammoth_Courage1763 (1942 upvotes): Bro, close your eyes, say thank you to whatever you believe in, buy your kids/little sister brother a gift and some extra candies and enjoy your favorite game tonight
Top comment u/sudo02k (24 upvotes): Hello there, valve support here, thanks for being honest, please message me for payment invoice.
Jokes aside, you did the right thing. One day, that specific Steam Deck could be tracked down, and...
Top comment u/MissJessicaB (24 upvotes): I see lots of people criticizing you for telling Valve but in your shoes I would have real fear of my Steam account being locked if I turned this on and logged into it with my Steam account. I've s...
Insights:
- Although others have said “keep it”. I thought there was a unique serial number associated with that device and they knew which one was shipped to you...
- Hello there, valve support here, thanks for being honest, please message me for payment invoice.
- I see lots of people criticizing you for telling Valve but in your shoes I would have real fear of my Steam account being locked if I turned this on a...
**R25** (score:48) (2026-11-08) [1 score, 59 num_comments]
Is buying a Steam Deck on 2026/2027, worth it?
[https://www.reddit.com/r/Handhelds/comments/1xqyw34/is_buying_a_steam_deck_on_20262027_worth_it/](https://www.reddit.com/r/Handhelds/comments/1xqyw34/is_buying_a_steam_deck_on_20262027_worth_it/)
*Handhelds*
None
**R10** (score:48) (2026-11-08) [671 score, 147 num_comments]
My Steam Deck attacked me in my sleep.
[https://www.reddit.com/r/SteamDeck/comments/1xr8kmn/my_steam_deck_attacked_me_in_my_sleep/](https://www.reddit.com/r/SteamDeck/comments/1xr8kmn/my_steam_deck_attacked_me_in_my_sleep/)
*SteamDeck*
None
**R24** (score:48) (2026-11-08) [25 score, 43 num_comments]
Is buying a Steam Deck on 2026/2027, worth it?
[https://www.reddit.com/r/SteamdeckGames/comments/1xqyuke/is_buying_a_steam_deck_on_20262027_worth_it/](https://www.reddit.com/r/SteamdeckGames/comments/1xqyuke/is_buying_a_steam_deck_on_20262027_worth_it/)
*SteamdeckGames*
So have been majorly a Nintendo person games but mostly only for playing cozy indie games like: Stardew Valley, Fields of Mistria, Dave The Diver, Little Witch in The Woods, games like that. Rarely AAA games caught my attention.
And let's be honest it's fairly hard for devs to release their games on the Switch even if it's the Switch 2. Money is a bit of an issue to safe up for and the maximum I
**R6** (score:47) (2026-11-03) [2060 score, 260 num_comments]
What’s happened to my steam deck?
[https://www.reddit.com/r/SteamDeck/comments/1xn7ckw/whats_happened_to_my_steam_deck/](https://www.reddit.com/r/SteamDeck/comments/1xn7ckw/whats_happened_to_my_steam_deck/)
*SteamDeck*
None
**R5** (score:46) (2026-11-07) [2900 score, 160 num_comments]
How a steam deck got me into a relationship
[https://www.reddit.com/r/SteamDeck/comments/1xpxhqe/how_a_steam_deck_got_me_into_a_relationship/](https://www.reddit.com/r/SteamDeck/comments/1xpxhqe/how_a_steam_deck_got_me_into_a_relationship/)
*SteamDeck*
this is so cute dude im happy for you both, that being said, what are you both running now! (in hindsight, this was pretty dumb of me, 80% chance of her saying she cant come or just walking off awkwardly)
No, it was not dumb of you to give someone an opportunity to decline your offer to meet up again.
If she was not interested in your help with the problem she had just asked you about, “Someone asked for help, I agreed to help and they took me up on the offer. Looking back I can see this...
Top comment u/nodayroomshit (510 upvotes): this is so cute dude im happy for you both, that being said, what are you both running now!
Top comment u/Tarantio (454 upvotes): (in hindsight, this was pretty dumb of me, 80% chance of her saying she cant come or just walking off awkwardly)
No, it was not dumb of you to give someone an opportunity to decline your offer to...
Top comment u/More_End_1327 (423 upvotes): “Someone asked for help, I agreed to help and they took me up on the offer. Looking back I can see this was a terrible decision”.
Incredible.
Insights:
- this is so cute dude im happy for you both, that being said, what are you both running now!
- So, don't leave us hanging, how did you get totk to work on the deck?
- “Someone asked for help, I agreed to help and they took me up on the offer. Looking back I can see this was a terrible decision”.
Incredible.
**R12** (score:46) (2026-11-02) [342 score, 253 num_comments]
Is it time to move on from steam deck?
[https://www.reddit.com/r/Handhelds/comments/1xm7eu9/is_it_time_to_move_on_from_steam_deck/](https://www.reddit.com/r/Handhelds/comments/1xm7eu9/is_it_time_to_move_on_from_steam_deck/)
*Handhelds*
Steam deck holds such a special place in my heart because it was what got me back into gaming since psp .. I remember seeing the size and remembering my psp, this thing was huge but now after playing with oxp3 and holding it back, it seems smaller than I remember.
Anyone else moved past steam deck or we still want to hold on to our old toys that holds a special place in our hearts?
**R1** (score:45) (2026-11-03) [17332 score, 814 num_comments]
Valve cancelled my Steam Deck OLED order, refunded me €619, but the device was delivered anyway
[https://www.reddit.com/r/SteamDeck/comments/1xmp5l2/valve_cancelled_my_steam_deck_oled_order_refunded/](https://www.reddit.com/r/SteamDeck/comments/1xmp5l2/valve_cancelled_my_steam_deck_oled_order_refunded/)
*SteamDeck*
I wouldn’t be surprised if Valve simply lets you keep it. Quite a few companies would rather write something like this off than deal with the hassle and expense of arranging a return, processing it, inspecting the device and putting it back into inventory.
€619 isn’t exactly pocket change, though, I admire your honesty. It’s a trait not celebrated enough. Late to the party but this happen to me! I live in the mountains so delivery’s aren’t normal.
Ordered. Then after 2 weeks of it saying...
Top comment u/Futui (1366 upvotes): I wouldn’t be surprised if Valve simply lets you keep it. Quite a few companies would rather write something like this off than deal with the hassle and expense of arranging a return, processing it...
Top comment u/LemonPartyW0rldTour (665 upvotes): I admire your honesty. It’s a trait not celebrated enough.
Top comment u/Agile_Spray_415 (542 upvotes): Late to the party but this happen to me! I live in the mountains so delivery’s aren’t normal.
Ordered. Then after 2 weeks of it saying “in transit” I requested a refund. The steam deck still show...
Insights:
- I admire your honesty. It’s a trait not celebrated enough.
- Late to the party but this happen to me! I live in the mountains so delivery’s aren’t normal.
- This happened me back when the steam deck LCD first came out, I paid for it, shipped, and then somewhere along the payment process it cancelled the pa...
**R14** (score:45) (2026-11-03) [420 score, 72 num_comments]
That's so overkill for the steam deck
[https://www.reddit.com/r/SteamDeck/comments/1xmrfet/thats_so_overkill_for_the_steam_deck/](https://www.reddit.com/r/SteamDeck/comments/1xmrfet/thats_so_overkill_for_the_steam_deck/)
*SteamDeck*
None
**R3** (score:45) (2026-11-03) [4534 score, 525 num_comments]
⚠️ Steam just removed Steam Deck from the steam
[https://www.reddit.com/r/SteamDeck/comments/1xmrvhu/steam_just_removed_steam_deck_from_the_steam/](https://www.reddit.com/r/SteamDeck/comments/1xmrvhu/steam_just_removed_steam_deck_from_the_steam/)
*SteamDeck*
A guy with a valve stuck to the back of his head just broke down my door and stole my steam deck straight out of my hands. Be careful out there guys Seems like a dead link. It's fine, it'll be fixed by noon. Sam Altman says no Decks for you, he needs the RAM.
Top comment u/SaveTheAles (3647 upvotes): A guy with a valve stuck to the back of his head just broke down my door and stole my steam deck straight out of my hands. Be careful out there guys
Top comment u/Iron-Ham (1124 upvotes): Seems like a dead link. It's fine, it'll be fixed by noon.
Top comment u/leathco (718 upvotes): Sam Altman says no Decks for you, he needs the RAM.
Insights:
- It's back. Go back to your Decks and have fun.
EDIT: To the person that reported and said I'm "claiming the link is fixed and it very clearly isn’t"...
- A guy with a valve stuck to the back of his head just broke down my door and stole my steam deck straight out of my hands. Be careful out there guys
- Brb gonna sell it for 90k during this panic
**R27** (score:45) (2026-11-05) [29 score, 8 num_comments]
[WTS] Steam deck - LCD ,1 tb storage
[https://www.reddit.com/r/IndianGaming/comments/1xo6hju/wts_steam_deck_lcd_1_tb_storage/](https://www.reddit.com/r/IndianGaming/comments/1xo6hju/wts_steam_deck_lcd_1_tb_storage/)
*IndianGaming*
Edit - SOLD . Thank you all
> Full name of the product up for sale.
* Steam deck - LCD version , 1TB storage
Dock, cover, and case
> Condition of the item
Steam deck
*Used from Aug 2023 to feb 2026 . Battery healt is 89%. Absolutely no scratches on the display. SD card reader working properly . No physical damages at all. All buttons work fine. This deck was modified from 64 gb version to 1
**R4** (score:45) (2026-11-03) [4585 score, 312 num_comments]
Steam Deck disappears from Steam store with no explanation from Valve, other hardware is still standing
[https://www.reddit.com/r/pcmasterrace/comments/1xmvk4m/steam_deck_disappears_from_steam_store_with_no/](https://www.reddit.com/r/pcmasterrace/comments/1xmvk4m/steam_deck_disappears_from_steam_store_with_no/)
*pcmasterrace*
Steam Deck and Steam PC. A ruined dream. Great products on the worst possible timeline… Sam Altman stole all their RAM from Valves warehouse. literally a lie? theyre still for sale and in stock
Top comment u/FoxFisher (3033 upvotes): Steam Deck and Steam PC. A ruined dream. Great products on the worst possible timeline…
Top comment u/SlyCooper007 (1308 upvotes): Sam Altman stole all their RAM from Valves warehouse.
Top comment u/Munster19 (463 upvotes): literally a lie? theyre still for sale and in stock
Insights:
- https://store.steampowered.com/steamdeck
Seems to be back.
- Sam Altman stole all their RAM from Valves warehouse.
- Steam Deck and Steam PC. A ruined dream. Great products on the worst possible timeline…
**R8** (score:43) (2026-11-05) [792 score, 234 num_comments]
WOaw Forever on steam deck
[https://www.reddit.com/r/SteamDeck/comments/1xow2h7/woaw_forever_on_steam_deck/](https://www.reddit.com/r/SteamDeck/comments/1xow2h7/woaw_forever_on_steam_deck/)
*SteamDeck*
Wondered if it would work.
Get's a little Hot but is ok ^^
Downloaded battle.net Setup and added non steam game on experimental.
That's it.
**R34** (score:43) (2026-11-05) [720 score, 85 num_comments]
The Weeknd enjoying his SteamDeck 🫶🏻
[https://www.reddit.com/r/SteamDeck/comments/1xou0o0/the_weeknd_enjoying_his_steamdeck/](https://www.reddit.com/r/SteamDeck/comments/1xou0o0/the_weeknd_enjoying_his_steamdeck/)
*SteamDeck*
As a Weeknd fan and SteamDeck owner this makes me happy seeing he’s enjoying the SteamDeck how we all enjoy it. He usually posts about playing Nintendo but he recently posted playing on the Steam Deck.
Any idea what game is he playing?
Link to his instagram post : https://www.instagram.com/reel/DfXXnNNy7Cs/?cplk=dWM3a2s3Zm96YzRv
**R30** (score:42) (2026-11-05) [5 num_comments]
Is it worth buying a Steam Deck now?
[https://www.reddit.com/r/steamdeckhq/comments/1xodm3a/is_it_worth_buying_a_steam_deck_now/](https://www.reddit.com/r/steamdeckhq/comments/1xodm3a/is_it_worth_buying_a_steam_deck_now/)
*steamdeckhq*
Hello! So, I have a PC (not the best of the best), and i don't really use it anymore since i bought the ps5. The reason? I prefer more playing with a controller (im loyal to playstation since i was 5) than with mouse and keyboard. So I was thinking about selling my PC and buying a Steam Deck: i can play wherever I want (on the train, laying on the couch or bed, while taking a shit, and I can buy g
**R11** (score:42) (2026-11-04) [878 score, 80 num_comments]
How to Properly Install & Customize WoW Forever on the Steam Deck - SteamDeckHQ
[https://www.reddit.com/r/SteamDeck/comments/1xo2s5e/how_to_properly_install_customize_wow_forever_on/](https://www.reddit.com/r/SteamDeck/comments/1xo2s5e/how_to_properly_install_customize_wow_forever_on/)
*SteamDeck*
WoW Forever is now out, and everyone can now play it! However, there is a little bit of a process to install it on the Steam Deck. So, we created a guide on how to get it installed and running properly on the Deck, as well as some tips for customization.
More guides are coming soon with plugin recommendations and such, but this is our install guide so far.
**R13** (score:42) (2026-11-04) [651 score, 139 num_comments]
Steam Deck OLED / The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild Recomp Performance / SteamOS 3.9.5
[https://www.reddit.com/r/SteamDeck/comments/1xnxbpz/steam_deck_oled_the_legend_of_zelda_breath_of_the/](https://www.reddit.com/r/SteamDeck/comments/1xnxbpz/steam_deck_oled_the_legend_of_zelda_breath_of_the/)
*SteamDeck*
None
### X (22 items)
**XQ2** (score:50) crierlon (2026-11-08) [861 likes, 141093 views, 32 reposts, 141 replies]
Both Valve and Nintendo had their backs against the wall. -> Nintendo raised the Switch 2 by $50. -> Valve raised the Steam Deck by $300.
[https://x.com/crierlon/status/2119488915677597895](https://x.com/crierlon/status/2119488915677597895)
Both Valve and Nintendo had their backs against the wall. -> Nintendo raised the Switch 2 by $50. -> Valve raised the Steam Deck by $300. Nintendo clearly cares more about affordable gaming devices than Valve.
**XQ9** (score:48) joshuakeith (2026-11-07) [392 likes, 53433 views, 25 reposts, 23 replies]
PC gamers aren't cooked, they’ve always been the minority of hardware purchases. They're just not AMD's priority anymore. Which will earn th
[https://x.com/joshuakeith/status/2119109108850954283](https://x.com/joshuakeith/status/2119109108850954283)
PC gamers aren't cooked, they’ve always been the minority of hardware purchases. They're just not AMD's priority anymore. Which will earn them more money, and might give us better hardware sooner. Valve already hedged. The Steam Frame on my face runs SteamOS on a Snapdragon, not AMD. Deck and Steam Machine are still AMD, but SteamOS on ARM means Valve doesn't have to wait around for one chip company to care about gaming. We have smart people making it so games can run on anything. I’m not wo
**XQ25** (score:44) gabefollower (2026-10-29) [3835 likes, 167969 views, 276 reposts, 63 replies]
PS5 now runs SteamOS... a community project called Bazzite boots a jailbroken PlayStation 5 straight into Steam's Gaming Mode, the same inte
[https://x.com/gabefollower/status/2115850775612047593](https://x.com/gabefollower/status/2115850775612047593)
PS5 now runs SteamOS... a community project called Bazzite boots a jailbroken PlayStation 5 straight into Steam's Gaming Mode, the same interface as the Steam Deck, with a full KDE desktop. It runs from a USB drive (32 GB or more), started by rmux's PS5 Linux loader. The console itself isn't modified, so restarting it brings back a normal PS5. Steam games run through Proton, with support for 4K60 over HDMI, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and the DualSense. It needs a PS5 on a firmware the loader supports (te
**XQ3** (score:44) Pirat_Nation (2026-11-08) [16504 likes, 343202 views, 776 reposts, 297 replies]
A gamer says his Steam Deck OLED helped him find a girlfriend after he took it to a coffee shop to play games before work. He was playing T
[https://x.com/Pirat_Nation/status/2119564370921316462](https://x.com/Pirat_Nation/status/2119564370921316462)
A gamer says his Steam Deck OLED helped him find a girlfriend after he took it to a coffee shop to play games before work. He was playing The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom when Maya, another Steam Deck owner, approached him. She was having trouble setting up emulation on her own device, so he offered to help. A 15-minute fix turned into dinner dates and a relationship. Five months later, they’re playing Baldur’s Gate 3 together. The funny part is that he originally bought the Steam De
**XQ20** (score:43) Gumbyy_Games (2026-11-04) [6 likes, 709 views, 1 reposts, 5 replies]
Handheld gaming? Elaborate in comments if you’d like! (I have a Steam Deck already and I’m meh about it)
[https://x.com/Gumbyy_Games/status/2118044711646527819](https://x.com/Gumbyy_Games/status/2118044711646527819)
Handheld gaming? Elaborate in comments if you’d like! (I have a Steam Deck already and I’m meh about it)
**XQ6** (score:43) ZackShutt (2026-10-31) [221 likes, 6893 views, 29 reposts, 9 replies]
A modder turned the PS5 into a Steam Machine. Boots into the Steam Deck interface from a 32GB USB stick. Console untouched. Reboot and it's
[https://x.com/ZackShutt/status/2116535472574882213](https://x.com/ZackShutt/status/2116535472574882213)
A modder turned the PS5 into a Steam Machine. Boots into the Steam Deck interface from a 32GB USB stick. Console untouched. Reboot and it's a PS5 again. Valve's Steam Machine starts at $1,049. The PS5 does not. https://t.co/QjwBHGN827
**XQ13** (score:42) Pirat_Nation (2026-11-08) [1481 likes, 65022 views, 94 reposts, 83 replies]
Epic Games Launcher is officially planning support for SteamOS, Fedora, CachyOS and Omarchy Epic Games Communications Director Jake Jones c
[https://x.com/Pirat_Nation/status/2119294845143367728](https://x.com/Pirat_Nation/status/2119294845143367728)
Epic Games Launcher is officially planning support for SteamOS, Fedora, CachyOS and Omarchy Epic Games Communications Director Jake Jones confirmed: “We plan to support as many Linux distributions as possible, including Fedora, SteamOS, Cachy, Omarchy, and more. We’re testing and evaluating packaging formats for distribution, and we’ll restore AppImage this month.” SteamOS support doesn’t mean Fortnite will work on Steam Deck just yet. Epic is still working with Valve on Linux anti-cheat comp
**XQ10** (score:39) VideoCardz (2026-11-08) [196 likes, 9405 views, 10 reposts, 9 replies]
Steam Deck owner says Valve’s handheld helped him find a girlfriend 🔗https://t.co/cEadjd6bki https://t.co/GhJG5VUciw
[https://x.com/VideoCardz/status/2119428627007770920](https://x.com/VideoCardz/status/2119428627007770920)
Steam Deck owner says Valve’s handheld helped him find a girlfriend 🔗https://t.co/cEadjd6bki https://t.co/GhJG5VUciw
**XQ5** (score:39) dealerhustles (2026-11-07) [83 likes, 27345 views, 5 reposts, 1 replies]
RUN! STEAM DECK FOR $399🔥 https://t.co/ell41oKBNE
[https://x.com/dealerhustles/status/2118924544278737375](https://x.com/dealerhustles/status/2118924544278737375)
RUN! STEAM DECK FOR $399🔥 https://t.co/ell41oKBNE
**XQ35** (score:39) BurnSRFC (2026-11-07) [234 likes, 9946 views, 20 reposts, 8 replies]
🎉 WWE '12 PC v1.1.0 is out! 🌍 Playable custom arenas + draft news in Universe 🛠️ Big Mod Maker update 🕹️ Steam Deck profile + Discord Rich
[https://x.com/BurnSRFC/status/2119097049631388051](https://x.com/BurnSRFC/status/2119097049631388051)
🎉 WWE '12 PC v1.1.0 is out! 🌍 Playable custom arenas + draft news in Universe 🛠️ Big Mod Maker update 🕹️ Steam Deck profile + Discord Rich Presence 🐛 Universe crash, Intel/NVIDIA and stutter fixes Free, open source, bring your own copy 👇 https://t.co/fb6bnD2OQK https://t.co/Q7et2s9jJz
**XQ14** (score:38) dropperdeals (2026-11-07) [34 likes, 45024 views, 6 reposts, 5 replies]
VALVE STEAM DECK 512GB FOR $399🤯 55% off Amazon’s listed typical price! Amazon: https://t.co/Oh7cyG8L6A Same 512GB LCD model is listed at
[https://x.com/dropperdeals/status/2118924199695683585](https://x.com/dropperdeals/status/2118924199695683585)
VALVE STEAM DECK 512GB FOR $399🤯 55% off Amazon’s listed typical price! Amazon: https://t.co/Oh7cyG8L6A Same 512GB LCD model is listed at $879.95 #ad
**XQ7** (score:38) ink_mfer (2026-11-06) [25 likes, 4084 views, 2 replies]
@Zortosdev steam deck pls https://t.co/DxT2U6Po5l
[https://x.com/ink_mfer/status/2118644808889847813](https://x.com/ink_mfer/status/2118644808889847813)
@Zortosdev steam deck pls https://t.co/DxT2U6Po5l
**XQ4** (score:37) MetaMata_S (2026-11-08) [15 likes, 424 views, 2 replies]
In case you miss stocking shelves while on vacation. 🥭 Taking the fruit shop to Steam Deck! 🎮 #SteamDeck #indiedev #gamedev Wishlist Fruit
[https://x.com/MetaMata_S/status/2119404212836880434](https://x.com/MetaMata_S/status/2119404212836880434)
In case you miss stocking shelves while on vacation. 🥭 Taking the fruit shop to Steam Deck! 🎮 #SteamDeck #indiedev #gamedev Wishlist Fruit Store Simulator on Steam! https://t.co/idHctogtqI
**XQ15** (score:37) johnlindquist (2026-11-06) [16 likes, 2681 views, 5 reposts, 4 replies]
Ocarina of Time has been out for a day and no one has ported it to Steam Deck yet? Disappointing. I thought y'all were good at AI.
[https://x.com/johnlindquist/status/2118733374986789035](https://x.com/johnlindquist/status/2118733374986789035)
Ocarina of Time has been out for a day and no one has ported it to Steam Deck yet? Disappointing. I thought y'all were good at AI.
**XQ16** (score:37) nimsodev (2026-11-06) [20 likes, 813 views, 3 reposts, 5 replies]
Steam Deck, anyone? The Shallow Pond demo runs on it. Still my tip for avoiding burnout. No idea if it works, but this is the internet 🙃 #
[https://x.com/nimsodev/status/2118696877256565040](https://x.com/nimsodev/status/2118696877256565040)
Steam Deck, anyone? The Shallow Pond demo runs on it. Still my tip for avoiding burnout. No idea if it works, but this is the internet 🙃 #steamdeck #indiegame #gamedev #cozygame https://t.co/gjemaUWva1
**XF3** (score:30) SteamDeckGaming (2026-11-09) [8 likes, 927 views, 2 replies]
SteamVR beta 2.19.2 brings a batch of Steam Link fixes 👀 Valve lists fixes for overlay and game menu regressions, an occasional crash and v
[https://x.com/SteamDeckGaming/status/2119727630110933326](https://x.com/SteamDeckGaming/status/2119727630110933326)
SteamVR beta 2.19.2 brings a batch of Steam Link fixes 👀 Valve lists fixes for overlay and game menu regressions, an occasional crash and visual artifacts when streaming resolution changes. Encoding resolution down to 512 is back, and streams should be more resilient to brief network drops. #SteamFrame #SteamVR
**XF7** (score:29) SteamDeckGaming (2026-11-08) [12 likes, 1749 views, 3 replies]
Soulframe's installer missing when you add it to Steam? 👀 In Desktop Mode, choose Add a Non-Steam Game, browse to Downloads and switch the
[https://x.com/SteamDeckGaming/status/2119364532254744642](https://x.com/SteamDeckGaming/status/2119364532254744642)
Soulframe's installer missing when you add it to Steam? 👀 In Desktop Mode, choose Add a Non-Steam Game, browse to Downloads and switch the file type to All Files. Select Soulframe.msi, then use Proton Experimental. #Soulframe #SteamDeck https://t.co/LL4x9uBLR8
**XF5** (score:29) SteamDeckGaming (2026-11-08) [11 likes, 1591 views, 2 replies]
Steam Frame's Room View no longer hides your PC stream 👀 In Valve's SteamOS 0.5.8 beta, you can see your remote desktop or remote game thea
[https://x.com/SteamDeckGaming/status/2119481515457515792](https://x.com/SteamDeckGaming/status/2119481515457515792)
Steam Frame's Room View no longer hides your PC stream 👀 In Valve's SteamOS 0.5.8 beta, you can see your remote desktop or remote game theater while camera pass-through is active. You'll also need the SteamVR beta on your PC. #SteamFrame #SteamVR https://t.co/aYqpOuy1HA
**XF17** (score:28) joshuakeith (2026-10-26) [5 likes, 1612 views, 1 replies]
Why does the Steam Frame need 16gb of RAM if it's a "Streaming First" headset? https://t.co/8JY3DZBCmp
[https://x.com/joshuakeith/status/2114780998475112897](https://x.com/joshuakeith/status/2114780998475112897)
Why does the Steam Frame need 16gb of RAM if it's a "Streaming First" headset? https://t.co/8JY3DZBCmp
**XF1** (score:25) SteamDeckGaming (2026-11-09) [30 likes, 1590 views, 1 reposts, 2 replies]
Epic AND GOG are both heading to Linux 👀 Epic's new launcher is in preview and runs natively on Linux, and Epic says SteamOS is on its list
[https://x.com/SteamDeckGaming/status/2119769817112535084](https://x.com/SteamDeckGaming/status/2119769817112535084)
Epic AND GOG are both heading to Linux 👀 Epic's new launcher is in preview and runs natively on Linux, and Epic says SteamOS is on its list of planned distros. It's a plan, not a finished SteamOS release yet. GOG Galaxy is also heading to Linux in a reworked client planned for 2027. #SteamDeck #Linux
**XA16** (score:23) ShanTofique (2026-10-19) [2 likes, 511 views, 1 replies]
@SteamDeckGaming As if call of duty works on steam deck like it meant to https://t.co/3NY7xSrqoC
[https://x.com/ShanTofique/status/2112278624279638117](https://x.com/ShanTofique/status/2112278624279638117)
@SteamDeckGaming As if call of duty works on steam deck like it meant to https://t.co/3NY7xSrqoC
**XF2** (score:22) SteamDeckGaming (2026-11-09) [588 views]
Full video: https://t.co/j1dBFZ4DTo
[https://x.com/SteamDeckGaming/status/2119769969332556203](https://x.com/SteamDeckGaming/status/2119769969332556203)
Full video: https://t.co/j1dBFZ4DTo
### YouTube (6 items)
**AXE879rSPRU** (score:66) Professor Tek (2026-10-27) [35647 views]
The Steam Deck In 2026
[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AXE879rSPRU](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AXE879rSPRU)
Hey you, I'm Professor Tech, and is the Steam Deck still worth buying in 2026? Is it worth upgrading given the state of the technology market today? Will I keep my shirt on for the length of this video? Let's find out. >> [music] >> Valve's flagship handheld, the Steam Deck OLED, along with its nearly identical twin, the Steam Deck LCD, have had a fairly large grip on the handheld gaming PC market for the better part of the last 4 years or so since it launched in February of 2022. Some compet...
Highlights (auto-generated transcript; may contain transcription errors):
- "So, when the year of Gaben 2026, is the Steam Deck's price, performance, features, and overall compatibility with modern experiences still worth the cost of entry?"
- ">> [music] >> Valve's flagship handheld, the Steam Deck OLED, along with its nearly identical twin, the Steam Deck LCD, have had a fairly large grip on the handheld gaming PC market for the better..."
- "Even the Nintendo Switch 2, which many argue lives in its own arena, can't help but be compared to the Steam Deck."
- "Ah, currently to get a new Steam Deck OLED in the base configuration with 512 GB of storage, it will cost you a whopping $789, up from its original price of $549."
- "Still, given that the original cost of the first Steam Deck LCD model with 64 GB of storage was only $399, that's a really big pill to swallow."
Transcript (2052 words; auto-generated — may contain transcription errors)
Hey you, I'm Professor Tech, and is the Steam Deck still worth buying in 2026? Is it worth upgrading given the state of the technology market today? Will I keep my shirt on for the length of this video? Let's find out. >> [music] >> Valve's flagship handheld, the Steam Deck OLED, along with its nearly identical twin, the Steam Deck LCD, have had a fairly large grip on the handheld gaming PC market for the better part of the last 4 years or so since it launched in February of 2022. Some competitors have come and gone, while some have been holding their ground like ASUS. And yet, it seems like the Steam Deck is still the de facto comparison that anybody makes when looking at any other gaming handheld device. Even the Nintendo Switch 2, which many argue lives in its own arena, can't help but be compared to the Steam Deck. So, when the year of Gaben 2026, is the Steam Deck's price, performance, features, and overall compatibility with modern experiences still worth the cost of entry? As with most things, it depends. So, let's tackle the big one first, and that's price. >> [music] >> Price, price, price. Oh boy, the Steam Deck's price. Ah, currently to get a new Steam Deck OLED in the base configuration with 512 GB of storage, it will cost you a whopping $789, up from its original price of $549. That's like That's almost a 50% increase. That's nuts. And if you want to be a big baller and go for the 1 TB model, you'll need to pony up a staggering $949. To say I'm shocked is the understatement of the year, but at the same time, if you've been paying attention to the RAM and storage shortage that's affecting literally every industry, you might not be quite as shocked. Still, given that the original cost of the first Steam Deck LCD model with 64 GB of storage was only $399, that's a really big pill to swallow. Sure, you almost certainly need to upgrade that model with a new SSD because how are you going to get by on 65 GB of storage? It It's just not going to happen. Even still, you could get one of those hard drives for around $100, $200 if you wanted to ball out and go for 2 TB. So, for $500, you could have a 1 TB Steam Deck, and close to 600, you could have a 2 TB Steam Deck. You can actually check out my previous videos up here where I talk about some of my favorite customizations that I did back in the day. Did it have the OLED screen or the improved chipset efficiency? No. But considering the performance between the OLED and LCD models is minimal at best, it's insane to see an almost doubling in price for effectively the same experience. It also goes against virtually all old mechanics of tech pricing. It used to be that as generational or even marginal improvements were made to the hardware, things actually became cheaper. I'm old enough to remember the famous PS3 price correction from them asking 600 at launch for a console to go down to $300 later on in its life cycle. It was a major course correction that sincerely helped Sony from getting absolutely dominated that generation, although they were still getting pretty hammed on. Those days are long gone. But given all of that context, would I say the Steam Deck is worth it based solely on its current price? Honestly, it depends on your budget. If you are strapped for cash, but need some sort of gaming handheld to find joy in life, then I say go for one of the dozens of retro handheld emulators that are out there. You can get pretty great bang for your buck if you're a smart shopper. If you have a bit more money, maybe opt for the AYN Thor or the Odin Portal series. But if you have the money on hand, and you're purely comparing the Steam Deck to, say, like the ASUS ROG Ally series of consoles, I'd say that it becomes worth it at that point. But given the current economy, I'm betting that's not most of us. So, I'd say overall in terms of price, the Steam Deck is currently just too expensive given the alternatives. Maybe you can grab one second hand uh for a decent price. I know when I sold off one of my units a while back, definitely was giving the person a deal. And in retrospect, I probably could have gotten a lot more, but hey, that's That's neither here nor there. Speaking of alternatives, get subscribed because I'd love to start covering more of those more affordable retro handhelds, and even start taking a look back to see how many of those older ones are faring these days. I'm talking like the Miyoo Mini first gen, like really old stuff to see if it's still worth buying second-hand. Next up, let's take a look at performance. >> [music] >> Keeping in the theme of keeping my videos simple and easy to understand, I won't be diving too into the weeds with frame rate comparisons or strict head-to-head benchmark testing, but instead I'll be taking a look at things in broader strokes, such as how the Steam Deck compares to other handhelds on the market today. Let's start with the obvious, the ASUS Ally series. In terms of raw horsepower, the ASUS consoles t...
Transcript (2719 words; auto-generated — may contain transcription errors)
There's a lot that Steam Deck can do that it doesn't exactly advertise. And even after all the videos I've made about it, I'm still finding things I've completely overlooked. So I've pulled together 25 tips to make your deck easier to use and get a little more out of your games. Think of this as finally reading the instructions with a lot less reading. If you've been in the handheld community for a while, then you know that in addition to gaming, [music] the devices themselves can become an entire hobby. Some people get really into figuring out every little thing these can do, and I'm very glad those people exist because it allows people like me to copy their homework, especially when it comes to Android devices. But if there's one device I think I know pretty well, it's the Steam Deck. Now we've gone pretty deep into setting up the deck and diving into plugins before, and those videos are still there if you want to get into the weeds and totally vibe out. But today I wanted to go back through kind of like a beginner's crash course and go through some of the basics along with a few things that are embarrassingly [music] easy to miss. And the first one speaks directly to my laziness. Getting a game to feel good on the deck can take some work, but there's a good chance somebody's already done it for you. [music] Now I know we just did a whole games list for the Steam Autumn Sale, but I'm already here with something else for you to play. I've been playing a brand new roguelike called Shibawire, and I might have gotten a little hooked on it. It comes from developer Regal Pigeon, and you play as a dark knight sent to take down a king who's gone completely mad. Your weapons come on floppy disks, which if you're too young to remember what those are, they're like the OG SD cards, just way bigger. The combat [music] is super slick. You can equip three different randomized weapon disks, each with its own color, and matching tiles on the battlefield charges the corresponding weapon. And the more [music] tiles you match, the more you can attack. But you have to act fast. While you're looking for matching tiles, enemies are still attacking you, so you're constantly moving and dodging between setting up your next attack and getting out of the way of theirs. You've got to think ahead, but you can't spend too long thinking you'll get wrecked like me. And as you play, you can unlock over 80 weapons, over 150 upgrades, passive abilities, along with four different knights that each have their own mechanic, giving you a ton of different builds to play with. The game is also incredibly lightweight and easy to run. [music] You can lower the TDP to five or six watts on the deck and get like five hours of battery life. Shiv ware is available now on Steam and you can check it out in the link in the description below. Huge thanks to Shiv ware and the arcade crew for sponsoring this video and giving me something new to play. Now let's get into the video. [music] So I want to start by making this thing a little easier with some quality of life features that get around everyday annoyances. If a game feels awkward to control on the deck, there's a good chance somebody else has already figured out a better way to play it. That's what community layouts are for. I especially like checking these for shooters where a good gyro setup can make aiming feel way better. From the game's library page, select the controller icon, then your current layout, and head over to community layouts. You can preview one, apply it, and give it a go. These aren't set in stone either, so you can always adjust it or revert back afterward. Now there is one specific thing with Steam input that I actually really enjoy. Make your character sprint when you push the joystick farther. Under edit layout, go to joysticks and look for the left stick's outer ring command. Assign whatever button the game uses for sprint, like clicking the left stick or R2, for example. Now once you push the stick past that outer ring threshold, Steam input also sends the sprint input. You can adjust that threshold to decide how far or how long you need to push. This is easiest in games with a hold to sprint action, so check that setting first. It's such a small change, but it makes so much sense and I'm annoyed that I wasn't already doing it. [music] If we're borrowing controller setups, we might as well borrow some game settings while we're at it. Proton DB badges adds a little community compatibility rating to a game's library page and I find it's often far more reliable than the deck verification badge. Tap the badge icon and you can look at Steam Deck reports from other people sharing settings they're using and any fixes that they needed. So if you're struggling to get a game running nicely, you've got somewhere to start. Betches do require Decky Loader, but I recently released a video diving into Decky along with a bunch of plugins that I enjoy using, and I'll leave a link in the des...
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Well, I had my Steam Deck for quite some time now, and I can honestly say I barely use it anymore. Most of the time I find myself gaming on a desktop PC sitting in front of the TV, or even using other handhelds that offer a better screen, a different form factor, and sometimes even longer battery life. And because of that, my Steam Deck has been spending most of its time inside its case. Now, the sensible thing to do here would be to sell it. After all, I could still get a decent amount of money for it on eBay or Facebook Marketplace. But, I'm not quite ready to let it go just yet. But, just to give you an idea with what we're working with here, this is the Steam Deck LCD model featuring a 7-in IPS LCD touchscreen display with a resolution of 1280 by 800, an AMD Zen 2 processor, 16 gigs of RAM, and only 256 gigs of storage. Now, it's certainly not the newest or most powerful handheld out there, but it's still a pretty capable little machine. And as I mentioned earlier, I could easily sell this and put the money towards a newer and better handheld. However, I do find it quite difficult to give up on my hardware. There's always that little thought in the back of my mind that maybe one day I could reuse it or transform it into something else. And considering that Steam Deck is basically a full Linux PC, there are quite a few possibilities here. And that brings me to this. Now, what we have here is a pretty inexpensive Steam Deck dock from Ugreen, and you can find it fairly cheap on Amazon. The connection is made using a simple angled USB-C cable. It supports up to 100 watts of power delivery. It also features an adjustable and aluminum alloy stand. So, nothing particularly complicated here. And when it comes to the overall ports, up front we have the Ugreen logo. Not much going on on the side apart from one USB-C port for data transfers. And right on the back we have two USB-C connections, one for power delivery and one for the Steam Deck, an HDMI port, gigabit ethernet, and two USB-A 3.0 ports. So, we do have pretty much everything we need for what we're going to do here today. And the whole idea is actually quite simple. Instead of using the Steam Deck as a handheld, we're going to turn it into a little living room gaming machine. Setting this up with a TV or monitor only takes a couple of seconds. We just need to connect our HDMI cable, provide some power to the dock, place the Steam Deck on the stand, and connect the USB-C cable to it. And that's pretty much it. Now, obviously this setup would have been a lot nicer with the Steam Controller. But unfortunately I can't get one until 2027, and I'm definitely not going to pay three times the original price to get one from a third-party seller. So, in this case I decided to go with the GameSir G7 Pro 8K Aim Labs Edition. And this is actually a pretty amazing controller. It features an 8,000 Hz polling rate in the supported connection modes, Hall Effect analog triggers, and quite a few other interesting perks. We also have a 2.4 GHz USB dongle and Bluetooth connectivity, which makes it a pretty interesting option for the Steam Deck. And considering that we are trying to turn this into a living room gaming setup, having a wireless controller is pretty much essential here. So, I've been messing quite a bit with this setup, and one thing I really wanted was to be able to wake up the Steam Deck directly from the controller. You know, just like you would with a regular gaming console. But for some reason I couldn't figure out the way to wake it up using the controller and the 2.4 GHz USB dongle. However, as soon as I switched over to Bluetooth, the Steam Deck wake up and the controller connected almost instantly, which is actually pretty convenient. But, there's another interesting thing here. When connected through Bluetooth, the Steam Deck display the PlayStation-style button layout. While using the USB dongle, it display an Xbox-style layout. So, that's something worth keeping in mind. Personally, I prefer the Xbox-layout, but switching between Bluetooth and the USB dongle, it's pretty straightforward, so that didn't bother me too much. And with everything connected, we now have a Steam Deck that feels a lot more like a traditional gaming console without having to spend hundreds of pounds on another piece of hardware. So, yeah, the Steam Deck even towards the end of 2026 can still be a very useful machine. You just need to find new ways to use it. And there's a lot more you can do with it nowadays. I mean, it's a full Linux PC. You can play games, watch YouTube, enjoy your favorite TV shows, play some retro games, and lately even access Xbox on it. And the best part is that I can simply disconnect it from the dock and use it as a handheld whenever I want. So, instead of selling my Steam Deck, I managed to give it another purpose. And I'm actually quite happy with how everything turned out. But, now my personal question to you is, would you sell your Steam Deck...
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So, it finally happened. I finally picked up a Nintendo Switch too. And I wanted to talk about how it feels as a handheld, the screen, the controls, the size, the things I like, and a few things I think could be better. Because when you're buying something you're going to hold and look at for hours, those things matter. You can have all the features in the world and if it's uncomfortable or the screen feels too small, you're going to notice that every time you use it. And overall, I think Nintendo got a lot right here. It's still very clearly a Switch. You have the screen in the middle, the detachable controllers on the sides, and a dock for playing on the TV. They kept the basic design, but the bigger screen and the changes to the hardware make this feel more substantial. That's really what interested me about it. I wanted the Switch experience with hardware that felt more current. >> [music] >> And there are several things here that make a difference. The screen is probably the biggest place to start. You're getting a 7.9 inch 1080p display and that's a good size for a handheld. It gives you a lot of room without turning the device into something that feels like a tablet with a full-size controller attached. For me personally, the screen size affects how much I enjoy using a handheld. I don't want to keep moving it closer to my face to read something. I want to sit comfortably and see what I'm doing. Having more space helps with that. Text, menus, and smaller details are easier to follow when they aren't squeezed all together. A higher resolution is welcome too. A bigger screen wouldn't be as appealing if everything looked stretched out on it. So, having a 1080p here makes sense. Now, it is an LCD and I do wish Nintendo had gone with OLED, especially when there was already an OLED version of the original Switch. I understand why people would be disappointed about that. The deeper blacks and contrast you get from OLED are things you can appreciate without needing somebody to point them out. But LCD doesn't automatically mean a screen is bad. There's more to it than the panel type. And I still think that size and resolution are strong points here. Would I prefer the same screen size with OLED? Absolutely. [music] But I wouldn't dismiss the entire handheld because it doesn't have it. The display also supports 120 Hz and variable refresh rate. That gives it more flexibility, although it's worth understanding that 120 Hz doesn't mean everything runs at 120 frames per second. What matters is how the software uses it. The screen can support those higher refresh rates, but that's a capability, not a promise for everything you open. Moving on to the actual design, I like that Nintendo kept the system relatively slim. Switch 2 is bigger than the original, but it has that straightforward shape. It's easy to understand where everything is, and it doesn't look overloaded with buttons. You also have to remember that this entire thing includes two detachable controllers. There's a lot going on here for something that still has a fairly clean design. With the controllers attached, it weighs a little over a pound. So, it isn't something I'd describe as tiny, and you're going to feel the weight if you hold it up for a long time. But, there's a balance to consider. I want a screen big enough to enjoy, and that means accepting a larger device. For the way I use a handheld, that's a reasonable trade-off. I'd rather have the extra screen space than make everything smaller just to save a little room in a bag. Where I think the design gets more subjective is the grip. The Switch 2 is fairly flat. It doesn't have those deep rounded handles you get on something like a traditional controller. That helps keep it slim, but it also means your hands have less to wrap around. Some people are going to be perfectly comfortable with that. Other people will probably want a grip case, especially for longer sessions. I have the Dbrand a Killswitch case for mine, and that's part of how I'm choosing to use it. A case does add bulk, so you might lose some of the slimness, but comfort is important enough that I'm willing to make that trade. I don't think everybody needs to buy the same accessory, though. I'd use the system on its own first and see how it fits your hands. The shape matters more than people sometimes realize. Two handhelds can weigh about the same and feel completely different depending on where your fingers rest and how much support your palms have. The detachable controllers are another big part of what makes the Switch 2 interesting. Because you aren't limited to holding the whole device the entire time. You can set the screen down, and take the controllers off, and sit however you're comfortable. If your arms get tired, if you want to change positions, you have that option built in. That's useful even if you mostly think of this as a handheld. I don't always want to sit in the exact same position for an entire session. Being...