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Valve's Steam Machine gets its first support update ahead of launch via SteamOS preview 3.8.0 — and it includes one major fix I've been waiting for

The Steam Machine could be closer than we expected after its recent delay, as Valve released SteamOS 3.8.0 preview for initial hardware support.

TechRadar

Big update to SteamOS improves support for non-Valve handhelds, newer platforms, discrete GPUs, and Steam Machine

Wayland has also arrived.

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My top 5 Decky Loader plugins every SteamOS and Bazzite handheld gaming PC should use

Decky Loader unlocks powerful plugins for Steam Deck and Bazzite handhelds. This guide highlights the five best plugins that improve performance, usability, and library organization.

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4 reasons why SteamOS is quietly winning over PC gamers — and why Windows won't be dethroned any time soon

SteamOS could be the next big thing among PC gamers, and that means fewer Windows users. Here's why I think SteamOS has such a good chance of continued growth, as well as why Windows will remain at the top.

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Lenovo Legion Go 2 gets a SteamOS upgrade — but will it still be worth the price?

The Lenovo Legion Go 2 with SteamOS is official, and it aims to fix the biggest problem with the original premium gaming handheld: Windows 11.

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Lenovo’s flagship handheld Legion Go 2 is getting a SteamOS variant

Lenovo's flagship handheld now with Valve's OS.

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New SteamOS Legion Go 2 finally solves the biggest gripe with Lenovo's flagship handheld gaming PC — but also removes support for one of my favorite features

Three months after the release of the Windows Legion Go 2, Levovo has announced that its flagship handheld gaming PC is getting a SteamOS variant. It's a premium portable gaming device, that comes with a premium cost.

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You could get a Steam Deck — or you could put SteamOS on a more powerful handheld for the ultimate portable gaming machine

The Steam Deck's interface is amazing, but its hardware is relatively weak. You can have the best of both worlds by putting SteamOS on a Windows handheld.

Windows Central

Lenovo Legion Go S (SteamOS) review: Improving on the Steam Deck

Is this the only true successor to the Steam Deck?

Lenovo Legion Go S (Steam OS) review: what a difference SteamOS makes

The Lenovo Legion Go S (SteamOS) is a lighter, cheaper, and more portable version of the original Legion Go. Powered by the latest AMD Z2 Go, the handheld can play most games with buttery smooth framerates, albeit with some slight adjustments.

TechRadar

Lenovo isn't done with Valve just yet – leaked Legion Go 2 images suggest SteamOS could be offered as a Windows 11 alternative

Lenovo is pushing its collaboration with Valve further, with SteamOS seemingly available on Legion Go 2 variants, based on leaked images.

TechRadar

The first true 1:1 test we have shows Steam OS getting better performance than Windows in 10 big games, tying in 2 more, and it's got me salivating for a desktop version of Valve's OS

Liberate me from this prison.

PC Gamer

Can you install SteamOS on a laptop or desktop PC?

You can now put SteamOS on other handhelds like the ROG Ally and Legion Go, but what about a regular laptop or desktop PC? We have some answers.

Windows Central

How to install SteamOS on ROG Ally and Legion Go Windows gaming handhelds

You can easily install SteamOS on your ROG Ally or Legion Go Windows gaming handhelds by following our step-by-step instructions. It doesn't take very long either.

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I tested the new Legion Go S — and it’s the Steam Deck killer I’ve been waiting for

The Lenovo Legion Go S is one of the best gaming handhelds thanks to its intuitive SteamOS interface, strong AMD Ryzen performance and comfortable design.

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Gamers should be ditching Windows for SteamOS — here's why

Tests on the Lenovo Legion Go S just revealed huge advantages SteamOS has over Windows, proving it's finally time for gamers to leave Windows behind.

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The more powerful Lenovo Legion Go S is coming in May, but it has one major problem

A Best Buy listingsurfaced earlier this week indicating that all variants of the Legion Go S will go on sale on May 25, 2025. And that includes the more powerful Ryzen Z1 Extreme version.

PC Gamer

The first non-Steam Deck SteamOS handheld is now available for preorder, and Lenovo may be aiming for the ROG Ally X's throne

The SteamOS model takes a price cut on the recent Windows one.

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I’m finally giving handheld gaming PCs a chance this year — but it won’t be on Steam Deck

The Lenovo Legion Go S is a step in the right direction for handheld PC gaming, and SteamOS has got me onboard.

GamesRadar

Lenovo makes its new Legion Go family official, and I'm fixated on the handheld maker's $499.99 "Steam Deck"

Three new Lenovo Legion Go handhelds are inbound, including SteamOS model and a new OLED version armed with a Ryzen Z2 Extreme APU.

Tom’s Guide

The Lenovo Legion Go S with SteamOS is the gaming handheld I’ve been waiting for

The Lenovo Legion Go S offers a more budget-friendly handheld that could be a Steam Deck killer.

Tom’s Hardware

SteamOS gets display configuration and VRR support for Asus ROG Ally and ROG Ally X

SteamOS gets updates adding Asus ROG Ally and ROG Ally X display VRR support to its GameScope compositor.

Laptop

Your ROG Ally doesn't suck, Windows 11 does

It appears that SteamOS yields huge performance and battery life improvements when compared to Windows 11.

PC Gamer

Steam Deck update brings improved graphics driver for better performance, along with fixes and features galore

It's SteamOS update day, at least for those of you on the preview channel.

PC Gamer

Even if you're not getting a Steam Deck OLED, the new SteamOS update will make your display just a little bit prettier

It's helping alleviate a little bit of that OLED envy.

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