I much prefer the Steam Decks approach on handheld gaming. Instead of matching the latest desktop systems in hardware they focus on the console-like experience.

[–] [email protected] 29 points 8 months ago (6 children)

I also like how they try to stay within a certain price range and focus on experience and efficiency, rather than push the latest hardware.

[–] Katana314 20 points 8 months ago (5 children)

I highly doubt Valve makes a significant profit on Steam Decks, though. Their main win from selling them is that they keep people that have off-desktop gaming needs using their products/games. (Plus, I think Valve just likes advancing gaming even when it doesn't win them a profit)

Basically, it's not surprising these other hardware makers don't have any business model where they can sell a cheap handheld. It's probably smarter to go for the niche of enthusiasts that want something stronger than the Deck.

[–] [email protected] 8 points 8 months ago (1 children)

Agree on both points. It's nice to have options. I think the real fun will begin when Valve opens SteamOS up for other platforms, so it can be put on these higher-end handhelds, and even desktops.

[–] ozymandias117 8 points 8 months ago

SteamOS is already open source, and they’ve even offered to help other integrators put it on their handhelds

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