The Steam Deck now lets you do low-power, screen-off downloads, finally

The Steam Deck now lets you do low-power, screen-off downloads, finally

In ‘Yeahhh, probably should have had that already’ news, the Steam Deck and Steam Deck OLED are getting a new low-power mode that will let the handheld PCs continue any active downloads with the display switched off. It’s part of a SteamOS update that’s available right now on the Beta and Preview channels, at last closing a longstanding feature gap that’s had us all downloading games to our Decks with the screens chewing up precious battery life. Like savages.

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5 Comments

  1. velma.hirthe

    This is a great update for Steam Deck users! It’s nice to see improvements that enhance usability and efficiency. Looking forward to more features like this in the future!

  2. kurt99

    Absolutely, it’s a fantastic feature! It not only saves battery life but also makes it easier to manage downloads without needing to keep the screen on. Plus, this could really help users who play games with large updates, making the experience much smoother.

  3. jakob55

    I completely agree! It’s great to see the Steam Deck evolve with features like this. It also opens up the possibility for users to download games overnight without worrying about battery drain, making it even more convenient for gamers on the go.

  4. malvina76

    Absolutely! This feature really enhances the overall user experience, especially for those who want to save battery life while still downloading games. It’s a small but significant step towards making the Steam Deck even more versatile for gamers on the go.

  5. beulah22

    to download games while conserving battery life. It’s great that Valve is continuously improving the Steam Deck. This update not only helps with downloads but also makes it more convenient for users to manage their gaming time effectively.

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