Steam Deck With Xbox Game Pass Would be a Game Changer

FallenAngel1984 · 2021-07-23T12:24:34Z

Valve's new Steam Deck is aiming to bring PC gaming to a portable format and if Xbox Game Pass can run on it, it would be huge for fans.

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darthv721768d ago (Edited 1768d ago )

I fully expect Game Pass, PS Now, Stadia, Luna and maybe even GeForce Now to all be supported on this thing.

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EvertonFC1767d ago

Especially Sony, I think this could be great for them for advertising gaming on the move like xcloud streaming and devices but no streaming necessary if you no what I mean.
Why play games on the go using a tablet,Phone laptop when you can just have this on your handbag or man bag solves everything or in one.

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4Sh0w1767d ago (Edited 1767d ago )

Nah, theres a BIG, BIG Difference here between each companys service. I mean its a no brainer Microsoft is the only one that has their subscription service tied to the worlds most popular OS. Essentially anything running Windows you can put Gamepass on it and unlike Sony, etc its no extra work for Microsoft/devs...I imagine some titles might need specific Steam Deck optimization if neccessary but for the most part you will be able to run anything that a similar spec pc can run.

So basically Steam Deck will be like a Xbox portable for Gamepass Ultimate gamers...if they want one of course.
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crazyCoconuts1767d ago

I think things tend to be conflated whenever GamePass is mentioned. If we're talking streaming services, the Steam Deck won't really be a game changer because it's only got WiFi....you need a device with 5G to really have any hope of being an effective mobile streaming device. More relevant is a game subscription service, and on PC GamePass isn't really a "game changer", it's just one of many ways to get games cheap. If you're on Windows, steam sales, free Epic giveaways, Game Pass and Humble Bundles are examples of ways that make this possible. I'm sure Game Pass on PC isn't hugely popular.

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chiefJohn1171767d ago

I speak for everyone when I say we have no clue wtf you're talking about

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Zeref1767d ago

it is pretty popular on PC.

It's not just another cheap way to get games. You get NEW games at no additional cost.

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Zeref1767d ago

GamePass will not work on it Natively. Streaming will work just fine though.

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crazyCoconuts1767d ago

You can install windows on it and then GamePass PC should work fine

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CaptainHenry9161767d ago (Edited 1767d ago )

The difference is gamepass and Stadia will get day one releases and PS now won't at this time. TBH you don't even need an Xbox series X/S, PC, or Stadia if you get a Steam Deck. Waiting for the day Sony releases their first party exclusives *DAY ONE*

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iplay1up21767d ago

GP and Now on this will be a game changer. It is basically a portable PC with a screen. Switch is the only current console that has true exclusives.

This doesn't change the fact that I am a console gamer. When I got my Switch, I thought I would be playing it everywhere. Turns out, I only play handheld when I have no other choice.

I still want a Deck, but am more focused on getting a PS5 at MSRP. I paid $800 for my Series X in January. I don't regret it for a second. I was getting sick of being in cue to buy one, and getting bumped off while paying.

PS5 I am just waiting till it is more readily available. With my Series X purchase, I wasn't happy about the price, but the time I saved made the extra $300 well worth it.

Sellers need to find a way to get rid of scalping! Not cool! I have been very happy with my Series X. When I get a PS5 it is going to cost more than the $800 I paid for my X. Current gen games are not on Now. This month starts a huge GP Xbox Family exclusives day 1. Including games that will be $70 on PS5.

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-Hermit-1768d ago

It's gotta be convenient though, if people need to install Windows 10/11 just to access it, then that won't catch on with the average person.

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Zeref1767d ago (Edited 1767d ago )

I don't think the Steamdeck is even targeting the average person.

Just look at it, a kid physically wouldn't be able to play it.

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Eidolon1767d ago

Arms would look be further apart than they're comfortable with, maybe.. but other than that, I don't see how a kid couldn't play it.

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JackBNimble1767d ago

What ?

I don't think it's longer then 12" after all isn't the screen only 7" ? I'm pretty sure most kids can hold that device unless they're " challenged ".

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Vits1768d ago

Well the ball is with Microsoft on this one. Without them actually making a Linux version of the service or at least making a Steam version of it. That wouldn't be possible right out of the box.

At least the download part. The streaming will probably work no problems.

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DJStotty1767d ago

Course it will, just use windows IoT

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Father__Merrin1767d ago

Whoa people already claiming world domination and its not even out. We've no idea even how long battery lasts

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Zeref1767d ago (Edited 1767d ago )

I preordered one for GamePass natively and I agree people are hyping this way too much, It's giving Steam Machine and Ouya vibes.

However we do have an idea of how long the battery will last. 2-8 hours. It depends on the game and the framerate.

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NeoGamer2321767d ago

I don't know about the words "Game Changer".

It would definitely add appeal to XB. And I would buy one for sure. I am on the fence with Steam Deck. I wanna buy one, but I want to know that I will be able to install windows on it, it will work, and I can install Windows Store (therefore gamepass), Steam, and Epic game store games on it.

And yes, they have stated you can install any OS, but saying that in marketing is a lot different then doing that in practice.

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Zeref1767d ago

I'm 99 percent sure that Windows will work on it. There's no reason it wouldn't.

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Espangerish1767d ago (Edited 1767d ago )

If psnow and Xbox game pass can be added as apps to the native os then you have a very good offering indeed….steam library, PlayStation and Xbox all on one device with no messing about reimaging the system needed…that will capture the pc and console players alike.

It just needs to be a case of switch it on, download the apps and go. If there is a need to install (and license) a copy of windows then a big chunk of the mass market will be put off.

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Zeref1767d ago

I think PSNow for sure can be added. And you can stream xCloud games on it.

However the Native Xbox app that you need to download GamePass games on PC is not going to work on SteamOS. Because that app is tied to the Windows Store and the Windows Store is tied to the OS So there's no way to get it on Linux. And on top of that the Gamepass games are packaged differently compared to other stores like Steam and EGS.

Therefore if you want to play GamePass games natively you need to install Windows.

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chiefJohn1171767d ago (Edited 1767d ago )

I no interest in this but If it can run PSNow and Gamepass natively I'd definitely get it. Best of all 4 worlds (Xbox, PS, PC, mobile)

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Zeref1767d ago

PSNow might work. GamePass native games will not. You need to install Windows on it.

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Zeref1767d ago

Only reason i'm getting it is to put Windows 11 on it and play my GamePass games on it.

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jznrpg1767d ago

I’m getting steam deck but streaming games is shit to me no matter the source -

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anast1767d ago

No it won't. After a couple of years it will be collecting a ton of dust around the world.

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CrowGoblin1767d ago

I’d rather see Microsoft make their own native Xbox handheld, more inline with the switch and that thing run game pass locally.

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FGHFGHFGH1764d ago

Why would it need gamepass? Any game you have on steam is usable on this isn't it? Steam library is way better than what gamepass offers and you don't have to pay a subscription fee. You can play 99% of games on xbox plus way more games that aren't on xbox.

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