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March 27, 2026

It Is Easier Than Ever To Find All Native PC Ports Of Retro Games, Thanks To N64RecompLauncher

In recent months, retro game recompilations from the Nintendo 64 have gained attention, particularly due to their decompilation into native PC ports, offering benefits like enhanced frame rates and mod support. The N64RecompLauncher, developed by SirDiabo and available on GitHub, helps users track and download these recompilations. It supports various platforms, including Nintendo 64, GameCube, and Xbox 360 titles. Installation is straightforward, especially for Steam Deck users, but requires legally obtained game copies. While the launcher can be cumbersome in game mode, using touch navigation improves the experience. The tool is seen as an efficient way to manage and stay updated on new releases in retro gaming.

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March 22, 2026

Steam Deck Users Warned About Playing #1 Selling Steam Game

Steam Deck users are experiencing performance issues with the best-selling game on Steam, Crimson Desert, which is marked as “Unknown” for compatibility with the device. Despite being a top title, its demanding technical requirements create significant challenges for the Steam Deck. Experts recommend waiting for patches before playing, as current performance struggles include difficulty achieving stable 30 FPS, especially in demanding sequences. Developer Pearl Abyss has not communicated plans for future support or optimization for the Steam Deck. The gaming community is encouraged to discuss their experiences regarding the game's performance on this platform.

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March 19, 2026

Steam Users Have 48 Hours to Grab Shooter Game for Free and Keep It

PC gamers on Steam can claim the shooter game "Police Stories" for free for a limited time of 48 hours. Once claimed, the game will remain in their library permanently. It is categorized as “Playable” on Steam Deck, though not verified. The offer is provided by Fanatical, requiring players to create a free account and link it to their Steam account. "Police Stories" is a top-down shooter with single-player and co-op modes, featuring tactical gameplay based on law enforcement missions. The game has a “Very Positive” rating on Steam, with 82% of 2,366 reviews recommending it. Players can expect around five to seven hours of gameplay, with completionists spending up to ten or eleven hours. The reason for the free offer is speculated to be related to generating excitement for an upcoming sequel.

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February 28, 2026

Best Marathon settings for peak gaming PC performance

Bungie's multiplayer FPS, Marathon, is currently in an early Server Slam until March 2, with a full release on March 6. The game is designed to be accessible on mid-range PCs and does not require high-end GPU power. Initial settings for optimal performance include Vsync on, frame rate cap off, field of view at 90°, and high graphics quality. Players can expect an average frame rate of 84fps with 60fps for 1% lows. The game is not compatible with the Steam Deck due to BattleEye anti-cheat technology but runs smoothly on other Windows-based handheld devices. While an SSD is not required, it is recommended for better load times. Performance monitoring can be done via a built-in FPS counter or overlays from Nvidia and AMD.

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January 18, 2026

New Free Steam Game Has a 95/100 Rating With Players

A new free game called Lavalamp was launched on Steam on January 10 and has received over 200 user reviews, with 95% of players rating it positively. The game features a first-person exploration experience centered around the Space Lemmings, who are trapped between dimensions due to bizarre experiments. Lavalamp has a gameplay duration of approximately one hour and is marked as "Playable" on Steam Deck, though some user configuration may be required. The game is developed by The Space Lemmings from Space Productions, a small independent studio.

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December 21, 2025

Grab these ten great Steam Deck games for incredibly low prices during the Steam Winter Sale

The Steam Winter Sale offers discounts up to 90% on various games, particularly appealing to Steam Deck users. - Hollow Knight is discounted by 50%, priced at .99 / £6.39, while Hollow Knight: Silksong is available for .99 / £13.40 after a 20% discount. - Blue Prince is priced at .79 / £16.49, down from .99. - Baldur's Gate 3 is available for .99, reflecting a 25% discount from its usual price of .99. - Stardew Valley is priced at .99 / £6.59, a 40% reduction from .99. - Divinity: Original Sin 2 - Definitive Edition is available for .24 / £7.49, down from .99, a 75% discount. - Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 is now .99 / £21.99, down from .99, reflecting a 60% discount. - Slay the Spire is available for .49 / £1.99, thanks to a 90% discount. - Dave the Diver is priced at .99 / £9.34, a 45% discount from .99. - Hades 2 is available for .74 / £18.74 after a 25% discount. - Subnautica is priced at .49 / £6.49, down from .99, reflecting a 75% discount. - Dispatch is available for .99, a 10% discount from its original price of .99.

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December 18, 2025

How to see your Steam Replay 2025 — Find out your most played games, genres, longest daily streak, unlocked achievements, and more

Valve has launched Steam Replay 2025, a feature that provides Steam users with a personalized recap of their gaming statistics from the past year, including the number of games played, popular titles, preferred genres, and achievements. Users can access their Steam Replay by visiting Steam's homepage, clicking on "Review your Year on Steam," and scrolling down to view their results. For Steam Deck users, they need to power on the device, press the Steam button, select Store, navigate to the More tab, and choose Steam Replay to view their details. Some users may not see their Steam Replay due to gaming more on other devices instead of the Steam Deck.

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December 17, 2025

Steam Replay Is Here to Recap Your Year in PC Gaming

Steam Replay 205 provides PC gamers with a detailed breakdown of their gaming statistics from January 1 to December 14. It includes information such as the most-played games and the percentage of total playtime for each title, the number of times each game was launched, and the total number of games engaged with, with the average user playing four titles in the last year. It also tracks the number of demos explored, compares total games played this year to stats from 2024, notes the longest gaming streak, and identifies favorite genres. For Steam Deck users, it tracks usage of the device and input method preferences. Steam's analysis shows that 14% of playtime was spent on titles released in 2023, down from 15% in 2022, while 44% of playtime was on games released between 2018 and 2024, and 40% on older titles. These statistics account for 98% of total playtime, leaving 2% unaccounted for, potentially including time spent on demos or browsing. Users can access their Steam Replay at store.steampowered.com/replay or through the Steam desktop app, with options to share their statistics publicly.

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December 9, 2025

Despite censorship woes and the terrifying price of RAM, 2025 was the year I fell back in love with PC gaming

The author began PC gaming over a decade ago, starting with a second-hand desktop and memorable experiences in games like Skyrim and Assassin's Creed: Black Flag. An upgrade to a 1060 GPU significantly enhanced their gaming experience. The landscape of PC gaming has evolved, with major companies like Sony and Xbox releasing titles on Steam and the introduction of handheld devices like Valve's Steam Deck. In 2025, the Steam Machine and Xbox's ROG Xbox Ally X were unveiled, while payment processor censorship affected Steam Deck users. The author upgraded their GPU during Black Friday sales but faced challenges with high DDR5 RAM prices, leaving their full upgrade incomplete. They express concerns about the financial burden of PC gaming and the impact of censorship on adult games, noting that payment providers like Visa have imposed restrictions. The author reflects on their gaming experiences and encourages others to revisit beloved titles as the year ends.

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November 30, 2025

Steam Game With Near Perfect 100% Reviews Only $1.19 for Limited Time

Steam has launched its Black Friday sale, offering significant discounts, including 94% off the game Danganronpa: Trigger Happy Havoc, which is available for .19 until December 1st. The game, originally released in 2016 by Spike Chunsoft, typically retails for a higher price. It has received an Overwhelmingly Positive rating on Steam, with 95% of over 15,000 reviews being favorable. The game is also available on the Nintendo Switch with a 70% discount. For Steam Deck users, it is rated Playable, not Verified.