How to Add External Games to Your Steam Deck: Step-by-Step Guide
Learn how to easily add and launch external games on your Steam Deck using the Steam client in just a few simple steps.
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To add external games to your Steam Deck, first, ensure that the external game is installed on your device. Then, open the Steam client and navigate to the bottom left corner to click on 'Add a Game' followed by 'Add a Non-Steam Game'. A list of programs on your Steam Deck will appear; here, select the game you want to add. If your game doesn’t show up, use the 'Browse' option to locate it manually. After adding, it will appear in your Steam Library, allowing you to launch it directly from Steam.
FAQs & Answers
- Can I add any external game to my Steam Deck? Yes, you can add most external games installed on your Steam Deck by using the 'Add a Non-Steam Game' feature in the Steam client, allowing you to launch them directly from your Steam Library.
- What should I do if my external game does not appear in the Steam client list? If your game is missing in the list, use the 'Browse' option within 'Add a Non-Steam Game' to manually locate the game's executable file on your Steam Deck.
- Does adding non-Steam games affect Steam achievements or cloud saves? No, adding non-Steam games to your library does not integrate Steam achievements or cloud save features, as these are only available for Steam-supported games.