The Steam Deck, developed by Valve, is a portable gaming console that allows players to enjoy extended gaming sessions on the go and easily access the expanding Steam store page. With a wide selection of options on the storefront, Steam Deck users can purchase popular games like Red Dead Redemption 2 or dive into Crisis Core: Final Fantasy VII Reunion while cozy in bed.
However, there is one downside to the Steam Deck: not all games that are available on PC may be available on Steam. In particular, the Epic Games Store has a fair share of exclusive premiere titles that Steam Deck users may not be able to play. But don't worry, there is a workaround that allows Steam Deck users to access the non-Steam game library.
The solution is to use ProtonUp, an emulator that allows Windows programs to run on SteamOS, which is the operating system the Steam Deck runs on. Here's a step-by-step guide on how to install ProtonUp on your Steam Deck:
1. First, select the "Switch to Desktop Mode" option. You can do this by hitting your "Steam" key on the device and going down to the "Power" tab. Once switched over, you can use the right trackpad as your virtual mouse to navigate the screen.
2. Next, click on "Discover," the shopping bag icon on the left side of your taskbar. Hitting the "Steam" and "X" key together will pull up the keyboard, which you'll need to type "ProtonUp" into the search bar.
3. Install the software by clicking on the ProtonUp app, press the application launcher in the corner of your taskbar, navigate to "Utilities," and launch ProtonUp from this page.
4. The last step is to choose "Add Version" when loading Proton, which allows you to select the most recent version. Now, relaunch your Steam Deck.
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Once you've completed these steps, you're ready to install the Epic Games launcher on your Steam Deck. Here's how:
1. Open Steam in a browser like Firefox.
2. Go to the official Epic Games Store website and download the launcher.
3. In Steam, go to "Add Game > Add a Non-Steam Game" and browse for the downloaded launcher.
4. Select the launcher and go to "Properties > Compatibility" in the Steam library.
5. Check the box for "Force the use of a specific Steam Play compatibility tool" and hit "Play" to install.
6. The Epic Games launcher will be in the Non-Steam Games folder of your library.
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— VicariousNick (@VicariousNick) October 10, 2022
It's worth noting that the Epic Games launcher may not fit the Steam Deck screen entirely and may be a bit tricky to navigate. However, once you get the hang of it, you'll be able to enjoy non-Steam games on your Steam Deck. Keep in mind that some games may not work properly, and you may need to adjust the commands with the different trackpads and other keys.
In conclusion, the Steam Deck is a great portable gaming console that offers a wide selection of games on the Steam store. However, if you want to access non-Steam games, you can use ProtonUp to run Windows programs on SteamOS. With this guide, you can easily install the emulator and the Epic Games launcher on your Steam Deck and enjoy your favourite games on the go.
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