It came as no shock to anyone that the new version of Nintendo’s Switch, namely the Nintendo Switch 2, has been a massive hit, selling over 3 million units in just its first three days on the market. Even though there have been some complaints about the screen and battery life, fans are still extremely satisfied with Nintendo’s latest generation system.
As a gamer, I’ve been experiencing quite a pang of missing out on not having the handheld device. To cope, I’ve increased my gaming time on the original Switch and the Steam Deck. It might seem strange or even desperate, but I find myself appreciating the Steam Deck more these days as I contemplate getting Nintendo’s latest system.
Although the Steam Deck may not be as mainstream as the Switch or its upcoming version, it boasts an impressive library of games to enjoy. Despite not rivaling the power of Nintendo’s latest system in terms of raw capabilities, this portable PC platform remains a suitable haven for heavyweight titles such as Control and Hi-Fi Rush. Moreover, the Steam Deck is capable of running several games from the Switch 2’s debut roster, including Street Fighter 6 and Cyberpunk 2077.
The Steam Deck by Valve boasts an intriguing feature: it’s capable of running several popular PlayStation games. Given the slim chances of these games appearing on Nintendo’s handheld devices (with exceptions like LEGO Horizon), having a portable system that can play them is quite convenient.
Among the games I’ve found delightful on my Steam Deck is Marvel’s Spider-Man 2, which has seen improved compatibility with Steam Deck and also had its region lock bypassed. While it’s important to note that significant adjustments are necessary when playing this expansive open-world game on Valve’s portable device since it’s originally a PS5 title, even at low settings and 30 FPS, the game remains exhilarating, and few other titles can rival its sheer entertainment value.
During Steam Summer Sale, I snagged Activision Blizzard’s Crash Bandicoot N. Sane Trilogy, as it was marked down significantly. Even though I already own this game on PlayStation 4 and Nintendo Switch, it was captivating to observe the swift loading times and seamless play. While the description states that the game runs at a “limited” 45 FPS, the Steam Deck manages to run the trilogy smoothly at an impressive 60 FPS. I opted for 40 FPS to conserve battery life, but the fact that it can reach 60 FPS is quite remarkable.
Not only does the Steam Deck excel in hosting PlayStation games and enhanced third-party adaptations, but it also stands as an exceptional emulation device. Previously, I’ve highlighted its capabilities, but let me reiterate: this system is capable of running a vast majority of PSP, GameCube, and PS2 game libraries. Essentially, it offers gamers a wealth of terrific titles to explore.
Considering the fact that the Switch 2 mainly carries over existing Switch games along with a few exclusives, it might not be necessary to switch (pun intended) to this new system at the moment. Although running some games with improved performance is appealing, those who own a Steam Deck and are patient could potentially wait for more exclusive titles or further upgrades to their current device.
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2025-06-28 17:42