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[FudgeIt]

It seems like a great way to game these days via affordability is via Xbox/Xbox handheld for clearing out games via game pass either on the go or on the couch.

Does anyone go that route? I feel like the Steam Deck OLED is a great device but I also feel like sticking with a Xbox or PC and a PC handheld like that is the way to go for consolidation of ecosystem.

 

[MrAlwaysRight]

So an outlay of about $1800 plus a gamepass subscription, just spend a little extra and buy a PC with a 5080 and a 7800X3D

 

[AJUMP23]

Seems very unaffordable.

 

[azertydu91]

I simply put a dual boot on my steam deck for the times windows is necessary

 

[mayham2199]

It seems like a great way to game these days via affordability is via Xbox/Xbox handheld for clearing out games via game pass either on the go or on the couch.

Does anyone go that route? I feel like the Steam Deck OLED is a great device but I also feel like sticking with a Xbox or PC and a PC handheld like that is the way to go for consolidation of ecosystem.

When I was on PC the steamdeck and my gaming PC was very similar. Issue for me though was I just don't have a lot of opportunities to game outside of my house. When I'm at home I have a dedicated space to play games so I don't need my steamdeck. The few times I do have to play outside of my house (during my lunch) just seemed like to much. Like how much gaming do I really need to be doing? Every now and then when I'm in the middle of a big game was fine but just doing it consistently felt like to much gaming to me.

 

[FudgeIt]

I simply put a dual boot on my steam deck for the times windows is necessary

How does that even run? Is that simple to do?

 

[clarky]

Just get a mid range PC and steam deck for a similar price.

 

[LordOcidax]

PC/PS5/Switch2 combo is unbeatable.

 

[DeepEnigma]

 

[calistan]

Covers the PC and console bases, I guess. Game Pass is not cheap but at least it will work on both.

 

[SEGAvangelist]

PC/PS5/Switch2 combo is unbeatable.

Very affordable.

 

[FudgeIt]

I am Aaron Greenberg

 

[azertydu91]

How does that even run? Is that simple to do?

Yeah I found a walkthrough...it was really easy...I did it one or two years ago so I don't remember everything but my dual boot system is called something like clover...I'm not sure about the name...I can even dual boot with an os installed on a micro SD card..I installed a tiny 11 too to keep the bloat away and gain some perfs...it even has the standby and resume game...pretty good

 

[LordOcidax]

Very affordable.

I got my PS5 and 4080 day 1 when launched, Switch 2 still at launch price. The Series X is not necessary if you buy an ROG Ally… is basically the same catalog.

 

[StereoVsn]

Just run a PC at that point. Add a SteamDeck or Android handheld (can stream and use Gamehub for some OC games) if you need mobility.

 

[rodrigolfp]

Very affordable.

It is. Know what is not very affordable? A McLaren F1.

 

[Cakeboxer]

Get a Pc and maybe a Switch, that's all you need.

 

[LordOcidax]

Get a Pc and maybe a Switch, that's all you need.

PS5 still have exclusives…

 

[SEGAvangelist]

It is. Know what is not very affordable? A McLaren F1.

I guess I'll just buy 3 expensive gaming platform hardware items instead of a McLaren.

 

[Cakeboxer]

PS5 still have exclusives…

Pc and Switch have more.

 

[rodrigolfp]

I guess I'll just buy 3 expensive gaming platform hardware items instead of a McLaren.

Expensive gaming platform = 9850X3D + ddr5 6000 + rtx 5090. Switch 2 and PS5 are not expensive.

 

[LordOcidax]

Pc and Switch have more.

That doesn't matter… All the bases needs to be covered, if video games is your favorite hobby.

 

[FudgeIt]

Yeah I found a walkthrough...it was really easy...I did it one or two years ago so I don't remember everything but my dual boot system is called something like clover...I'm not sure about the name...I can even dual boot with an os installed on a micro SD card..I installed a tiny 11 too to keep the bloat away and gain some perfs...it even has the standby and resume game...pretty good

Woah, I need to look into this. Do I need to install the windows software on my steam deck on a micro-SD card or something? I am guessing it's a must right?

 

[FudgeIt]

That doesn't matter… All the bases needs to be covered, if video games is your favorite hobby.

I am actually trying to look for a budget-friendly PC right now, but I want it to be strong enough to be better than my ps5.

 

[Kacho]

affordability

for clearing out games via game pass

 

[Cakeboxer]

That doesn't matter… All the bases needs to be covered, if video games is your favorite hobby.

Well, since we're at it, please also include the 3DS, PSP, Vita, NGP, Virtual Boy, PC Engine and all the other systems that have exclusive games that were never ported. You can't have every system and with a PC you cover the most, followed by the Switch which is actually optional, since theoretically everything is available on PC.

 

[LordOcidax]

I am actually trying to look for a budget-friendly PC right now, but I want it to be strong enough to be better than my ps5.

3080ti could do the trick.

 

[FudgeIt]

It was one of those big-brained threads.

 

[LordOcidax]

Well, since we're at it, please also include the 3DS, PSP, Vita, NGP, Virtual Boy, PC Engine and other systems that have exclusive games that were never ported. You can't have every system and with a PC you cover the most, followed by the Switch which is optional anyway, since theoretically everything is available on PC.

This is about to play upcoming games… PS5/PC/Switch2 is an unbeatable combo in that aspect .With the Ally the Series X is not needed, Base PS5/Switch 2/AllyX is a better combo by far.

 

[FudgeIt]

3080ti could do the trick.

Finding that build is hard these days, I guess I would have to build one of those.

 

[Cakeboxer]

This is about to play upcoming games… PS5/PC/Switch2 is an unbeatable combo in that aspect .With the Ally the Series X is not needed, Base PS5/Switch 2/AllyX is a better combo by far.

If you have the time and money for 3 systems, maybe. But most have to limit themselves to 1–2.

 

[FudgeIt]

If you have the time and money for 3 systems, maybe. But most have to limit themselves to 1–2.

Yep, this is my dilemma. I love my ps5 pro but I do want to limit myself to pc gaming and now that ps5 exclusives are making its way, it's a possibility I stick with PC....

 

[LordOcidax]

If you have the time and money for 3 systems, maybe. But most have to limit themselves to 1–2.

AllyX/PS5 or AllyX/Switch 2 then. Both options are far better than including an Xbox Series console.

 

[azertydu91]

Woah, I need to look into this. Do I need to install the windows software on my steam deck on a micro-SD card or something? I am guessing it's a must right?

Sorry I don't remember...but I remember it was really easy...just be careful to check a recent walkthrough and follow the steps as indicated and it should go smoothly...

 

[Cakeboxer]

AllyX/PS5 or AllyX/Switch 2 then. Both options are far better than including an Xbox Series console.

For sure.

 

[Topher]

It's a good combo for those already heavily invested in the Xbox ecosystem.

 

[DeepEnigma]

I am Aaron Greenberg

 

[Cyberpunkd]

It seems like a great way to game these days via affordability is via Xbox/Xbox handheld for clearing out games via game pass either on the go or on the couch.

Does anyone go that route? I feel like the Steam Deck OLED is a great device but I also feel like sticking with a Xbox or PC and a PC handheld like that is the way to go for consolidation of ecosystem.

I wouldn't recommend a PC handheld to anyone unless it is your only gaming device, if so go crazy.

 

[jshackles]

Woah, I need to look into this. Do I need to install the windows software on my steam deck on a micro-SD card or something? I am guessing it's a must right?

Wouldn't personally recommend a dual boot, just install Windows 11 on the Deck's internal memory

Steam Support :: Steam Deck - Windows Resources

help.steampowered.com

 

[FudgeIt]

I wouldn't recommend a PC handheld to anyone unless it is your only gaming device, if so go crazy.

You hve the Lenovo 2 right? what is going on?

 

[rodrigolfp]

How does that even run? Is that simple to do?

Yes. Google Steam Deck dual boot Windows.

 

[Cyberpunkd]

You hve the Lenovo 2 right? what is going on?

Nothing, I adore my Go 2, but let's not beat around the bush - I spent 1100€ on a device because it is the only way I can game nowadays. I also got 400€ from selling my SteamDeck OLED, so for my niche use it was a great solution.

 

[vaibhavpisal]

Solid set up.

ROG is pricy but nice.

Can replace them both with a nicer laptop. But a different use case device.

 

[Fess]

PS5 still have exclusives…

And Xbox, and PC, and Switch.

I've accepted that there is some collateral damage and that a PC is enough. Gives me access to 90% of Sony's new games, many old ones through emulation, 100% of Xbox new games, many old ones through emulation, most of Nintendo's games through emulation, and everything on Steam and GOG and Epic's free games and Gamepass.

Haven't jumped in on handheld Windows gaming yet though. I had the ROG Xbox Ally X for a couple days but returned it. I use Steam Deck for bedtime Elden Ring but not much else at the moment.

 

[FudgeIt]

Maybe I will wait for the Steam Machine, this may be the device that really gets me into Steam. I just hope it's affordable.