Enhancing Your Steam Deck with Web Apps: A Comprehensive Guide

00:00 Introduction to Web Apps on Steam Deck

Creating browser links in your Steam library allows users to access various web apps like Stadia, Amazon Luna, Xbox Game Pass, and NVIDIA GeForce Now directly on their Steam Deck. This is particularly useful for cloud gaming and multitasking while playing games, such as listening to Spotify or watching YouTube guides.

01:30 Setting Up Google Chrome

To use browser apps, install Google Chrome from the Discover app store, as Firefox is not compatible. It's crucial to add a specific directory to your file system overrides for controller input recognition. Users can add Google Chrome as a non-Steam game and set launch options for specific URLs.

03:00 Customizing Shortcuts

After creating shortcuts for various web apps, users can personalize them using assets from Steam Grid DB. This includes downloading box art and icons for a more appealing appearance.

04:20 Testing Cloud Gaming Services

Demonstrations of using Google Stadia and NVIDIA GeForce Now show that both services work on the Steam Deck, with controller support. Users can try free games like Destiny 2 on Stadia, while GeForce Now allows players to access their existing libraries from Steam or Epic Games.

05:40 Performance and Limitations

Latency issues can arise, especially with poor internet connections, but the overall experience can be smooth for users with stable connections. GeForce Now provides a free tier, but it includes session limitations.

07:00 Conclusion and Additional Features

The video concludes by highlighting the versatility of the Steam Deck, allowing users to create shortcuts for any website, including multitasking capabilities with music services. Viewers are encouraged to explore these features and engage with the content creator.