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1 week ago | 
xda-developers.com | Dylan Turck
The Steam Deck has long been a popular handheld gaming device thanks to its affordability and the SteamOS platform. Yet its hardware, while impressive for the price, can struggle with demanding AAA titles at smooth frame rates. A new free plugin for Decky Loader called FrameGen offers Steam Deck users a way to boost performance by using upscaling and frame generation for a growing list of games.
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1 week ago | 
xda-developers.com | Dylan Turck
PR disasters in gaming can do lasting damage, not just to the studios behind them, but to the games or franchises themselves, and even worse, the communities that support them. Whether it’s a botched launch, broken promises, or just plain lying, these moments often become bigger than the game itself. They shape perception of the game, fuel fan outrage, and sometimes take years to fix, if ever.
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2 weeks ago | 
xda-developers.com | Dylan Turck
When the Asus ROG Ally debuted, it delivered the kind of performance handheld enthusiasts had been waiting for. With its AMD Ryzen Z1 Extreme APU, 120Hz 1080p screen, and a Windows 11 environment, it felt like a pocket-sized gaming desktop. But it also came with the same flaw as most handhelds: very limited storage. With modern AAA games often exceeding 100GB, the internal SSD fills up quickly, even on the 1TB model.
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2 weeks ago | 
xda-developers.com | Dylan Turck
Leaks are a constant threat in the video game industry, where timing and surprise are crucial for studios wanting a successful release. When confidential information spills ahead of schedule, be it gameplay footage, storyline details, or entire builds, it doesn’t just spoil surprises. It also causes chaos for the developers, damages the studios' reputation, and spoils the game for their communities, as well as creates legal battles and PR nightmares.
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2 weeks ago | 
xda-developers.com | Dylan Turck
Handheld gaming PCs like the Steam Deck, ROG Ally, and Lenovo Legion Go have changed how and where we play. They’re powerful, portable, and packed with features, but at the end of the day, they’re still handheld devices that come with their own limitations. That’s where accessories come in. With just a few budget-friendly add-ons, you can transform your handheld into a full desktop setup.
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1 month ago | 
xda-developers.com | Dylan Turck
When the Steam Deck launched in 2022, it took gamers by surprise, delivering an affordable, handheld PC that could run a huge chunk of your Steam library. Naturally, in 2025, fans are eagerly awaiting more details about the Steam Deck 2. But for me?
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1 month ago | 
xda-developers.com | Dylan Turck
The Steam Deck is a solid gaming handheld right out of the box. But if you're the kind of person who likes to tweak and personalize your tech, Decky Loader opens up a world of customization. With the right plugins, you can streamline updates, clean up storage, and even give your Steam Deck a fresh look and sound. After spending time testing various options, here are ten plugins that have become essential to my setup.
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1 month ago | 
xda-developers.com | Dylan Turck
I’ve spent years exploring different tools to improve how I access and experience my ever-growing library of games. After trying countless platforms and streaming solutions, I’ve landed on what I believe is the most powerful duo in self-hosted gaming: Apollo and Artemis. These two open-source applications have completely transformed my setup, delivering seamless game streaming, personalized control, and a sense of ownership that no off-the-shelf product has come close to offering.
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1 month ago | 
xda-developers.com | Dylan Turck
If you’ve spent any time emulating older video game consoles, you know the experience can be a mix of joy and frustration. There’s nothing quite like booting up a childhood favorite like Super Mario World or Metal Gear Solid on a modern PC, but the behind-the-scenes setup, multiple emulators, BIOS files, and controller configurations can turn what should be a quick nostalgia trip into a weekend-long tinkering session. I thought that was just the cost of admission to the emulation world.
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1 month ago | 
xda-developers.com | Dylan Turck
The console wars between PlayStation and Xbox have been going on for years, and while both platforms have garnered their fair share of loyal fans, Xbox has found a way to set itself apart through innovative services and bold acquisitions. While many claim that PlayStation won the console wars due to its exclusive titles, the truth is that PlayStation didn't win; Xbox just stopped competing with them. Here are five reasons why Xbox actually won the console wars.
