Simplifying Cloud Gaming: Nvidia Enhances GeForce Now on Steam Deck

Discover how Nvidia is simplifying the setup of GeForce Now on the Steam Deck, enabling high-quality cloud gaming on the handheld device.

Embark on a Gaming Odyssey: Nvidia Simplifies GeForce Now Setup on Steam Deck

As a gamer on-the-go, I’m always on the lookout for ways to enhance my portable gaming experience. That’s why I’m excited to share the latest development in cloud gaming: Nvidia’s simplified setup for GeForce Now on the Steam Deck. This collaboration between Nvidia and Valve aims to bring high-quality gaming to the handheld device, even for titles that are beyond its native capabilities.

Key Steps to Setting Up GeForce Now on Steam Deck

To enjoy a seamless gaming experience, you’ll need a stable internet connection. I recommend at least 15 Mbps for 720p gaming at 60 FPS, and 25 Mbps for 1080p. If you’re a GeForce NOW RTX 3080 Membership holder, you’ll need even faster speeds to take advantage of 2K and 4K streaming capabilities.

Installing the Necessary Browser

Despite the lack of a native GeForce Now app for Steam Deck, you can easily access the service through a browser. Simply switch your Steam Deck to Desktop Mode and install a compatible browser like Google Chrome or Microsoft Edge from the Discover Store. Once installed, add these browsers to your Steam library as non-Steam games.

Configuring the Browser for GeForce Now

After installation, you’ll need to make some adjustments to optimize the browser for GeForce Now. This includes setting the browser to launch in kiosk mode, which directs straight to GeForce Now’s webpage. You’ll also need to adjust settings to ensure the browser can effectively use the Steam Deck’s game controller as an input device.

Given the challenges of navigating a browser with a game controller on a small screen, additional configuration might be necessary. This includes modifying control settings to make navigation easier and more intuitive for gaming. You have the option to adjust these settings to suit your preferences, improving the overall usability of GeForce Now on the Steam Deck.

Future Prospects and Developments

While Nvidia and Valve are exploring ways to further integrate GeForce Now into the Steam Deck experience, a native app is not yet on the horizon. Current improvements focus on making the browser-based solution more user-friendly and responsive. Nvidia continues to enhance its service offerings, including introducing new subscription tiers that promise even better performance and graphics.

Gaming on-the-go just got a whole lot better