I like the steam deck, but I have many physical copies of PC games, any good way to install these? Ideally without internet access. Thanks!
I like the steam deck, but I have many physical copies of PC games, any good way to install these? Ideally without internet access. Thanks!
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proper@lemmy.world · 21 pts · 1y
Prunebutt@slrpnk.net · 29 pts · 1y
Yep. Remember that the deck is a PC, so you'd install them, not "sideload" anything.
You'll still most likely need to run the setup with a compatibility layer (i.e. WINE/proton). Just add the setup as a non-steam game and install it via the steam client (in Desktop mode)
comfydecal@infosec.pub · 0 pts · 1y
Thanks for the info. Well, if I'm using SteamOS anyway could I do it without the steam client and no internet connection?
comfydecal@infosec.pub · 3 pts · 1y
Just so I'm understanding games can be ISO format and then install diredtly?
BroBot9000@lemmy.world · 5 pts · 1y
https://www.xda-developers.com/how-to-mount-iso-steam-deck/
comfydecal@infosec.pub · 1 pts · 1y
Awesome, thank you!
Fubarberry@sopuli.xyz · 10 pts · 1y
Honestly the best at method will depend on the specific game. Generally the best way is to just have the install folder for a game, and add the .exe to steam as a "non-steam game". Force a compatibility in steam game properties and select a version of proton. Some games will require additional windows components/dll to be installed through proton tricks.
Other good options are lutris has automatic installers for a lot of games, and many will work off of a disc iso image. Bottles is also a good tool for installing windows games.
lordnikon@lemmy.world · 3 pts · 1y
If you can get the ISO mounted a program call lutris help with installing cd base games on Linux and thus the deck
loudWaterEnjoyer@lemmy.dbzer0.com · 1 pts · 1y
What do you mean with sideloading? You just install the games, it's a Linux computer.