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Steam Deck users now have an interesting way to experiment with NVIDIA’s DLSS upscaling technology through a community-developed plugin called Helix SR Manager. Although the handheld uses AMD hardware, the plugin lets compatible games use DLSS by translating AMD FSR 3.1 output. This can improve image clarity and add another upscaling option, though the extra…

On October 31, Steam’s search returned 156 discounted titles carrying both the Horror tag and a VR flag. Of those, 105 are VR-only. The other 51 are listed as VR supported. Both labels are loose. Blasphemous, a 2D platformer, sits in the second group.

Whether Sony likes it or not, it seems like PlayStation 5 will soon become an easy alternative to systems like the Steam Machine, and there might not even be a debate on whether to stick with PC or console. The Linux scene for the PS5 has been advancing rapidly over the last few months, and…

The OneXPlayer 3 is a mobile gaming PC, while the Valve Steam Machine is a desktop gaming PC. One prioritizes portability and power efficiency, while the other uses dedicated graphics hardware for higher performance. The two devices are different, but both target gaming, so comparing them is an interesting test of how far handheld hardware…

Playden for PS5 lets jailbroken consoles download and run some Steam games locally, with individual home-screen tiles and no Linux boot or PC streaming. Compatibility remains experimental, and online multiplayer and some launcher-dependent games are unsupported. Steam credentials are stored unencrypted, and users are advised to back up cloud saves.

Virtual reality headsets offer different gaming approaches, from standalone wireless experiences to PC-connected systems that prioritize display quality and performance. The Valve Steam Frame and Pimax Dream Air SE target different users, with differences in resolution, comfort, tracking, price, and hardware requirements.

The Steam Deck 2 could arrive sooner than expected, with reports that AMD is already benchmarking its next-generation processor for Valve’s handheld. But the prolonged RAM crisis could further muddy the launch timeline and raise manufacturing costs.

We have already reported on the Xodus Nexus launcher – a software solution that aims to finally bring PC Game Pass games to the Steam Deck without relying on cloud streaming. While Xodus Nexus remains experimental, it appears to be making progress. A new YouTube tutorial now demonstrates how to install the software – and…

A few days ago, we reported on HelixSR – a free software solution that makes Nvidia’s DLSS upscaling technology available on AMD hardware, including the Steam Deck (OLED model reviewed by Notebookcheck). The potential benefits of DLSS go beyond higher frame rates. Depending on the game, HelixSR could deliver better image quality at similar performance…

SteamOS gets a major update that polishes the gaming platform with a revamped interface, improved Remote Play, easier installation of non-Steam games, and quality-of-life improvements. The update is available for Steam Deck and Steam Machine and improves the console-like experience while fixing long-standing usability concerns. Meanwhile, Fortnite compatibility on Linux could expand the platform’s multiplayer…