If you're a new owner of a Steam Deck handheld, first of all: congratulations! You're one of the lucky ones, and it wouldn't be a surprise if people who ordered just minutes after you end up having to wait for another six or twelve months. But after signing in to your Steam account, you may still need to trick out your new console in multiple ways, and we're here to help.
Despite its presentation as a handheld console of sorts, the Steam Deck is ultimately a PC, meaning a whole range of accessories can be used to enhance your gaming experience. This includes headsets, keyboards, even monitors, all thanks to the multi-function USB-C port. On this page you'll find everything you need to make the most out of your new Steam Deck.
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Even though the Steam Deck is technically capable of playing all that the Steam store has to offer (especially if you want to fire up Windows on it), there are certain games that are going to be a lot more suitable for handheld play. We've curated some great games that are currently on sale at Green Man Gaming, and these will certainly feel at home, in your hands on the Deck.
No matter what storage capacity your Steam Deck came with, chances are you're going to have to expand it with a micro SD card. PC games are more often than not in the tens of gigabytes each these days, unlike the Nintendo Switch, especially if you're playing AAA titles. And with the Deck capable of quality PC graphics, you'll soon be in need of a micro SD card to take as much of your library with you. Here are some of the best deals right now on reliable micro SD cards.
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