Note: This update is for the Steam Deck Beta and Preview channels, and includes new features that are still being tested. You can opt into this in Settings > System > System Update Channel.

General

• Fixed a recent regression where pre-compiled shaders wouldn't be downloaded.

We have just shipped an updated Steam Deck Client to the Preview/Beta channel.

General

• Fixed an issue where backing out of an app details page to the library tab would focus the wrong app

• Fixed a rare Steam Play issue that caused the compatibility manager to incorrectly attempt to use the default Proton tool (configured via 'Run other titles with:') against another Proton tool.

Steam Input

• Fixed an issue with trackpad momentum when the frame limiter is enabled

• Fixed issue with Touch Menus created inside Virtual Menus page not accepting Mode Shift buttons in the new Multi Button Mode shift interface.

We have just shipped an updated Steam Deck Client to the Preview/Beta channel.

General

• Fixed an issue with attempting to visit the full game's store page and being directed to the demo's store page instead.

Steam Input

• Fixed an issue where after disconnecting an external gamepad, the Steam Deck's controller could get stuck in the non-primary controller slot

We have just shipped an updated Steam Deck Client to the Preview/Beta channel.

General

• Fixed an error on the Downloads page when a Free to Play game is removed during installation

Steam Input

• Reduced polling rate while the Steam Frame Limiter is active to save additional power. This can save up to 6% on battery life when running at 30fps in a low-power game like HL2

• Fixed an error on the virtual menu settings when bound to gyro

• Fixed a rendering issue with characters' eyes in Indiana Jones and the Great Circle
  
• Added support for the 8BitDo Ultimate 2C Wireless Controller
  
• Fixed Linux kernel CVE-2024-50089
  
• Fixed mpg123 CVE-2024-10573
  
• Fixed libarchive CVE-2024-20696