Embark on a Gaming Odyssey: The Steam Deck Conundrum

The Steam Deck, Valve’s handheld gaming PC, has been making waves in the gaming community with its portability and power. However, a recent issue has come to light that may put a damper on the excitement. Players of the upcoming PvPvE dungeon crawler, Dungeonborne, have reported being banned from the game after playing it on the Steam Deck.

A handheld gaming PC with a catch

The problem lies in the game’s anti-cheat system, ACE, which has a history of causing issues with Linux-based operating systems like the one used by the Steam Deck. When players try to play Dungeonborne on the Steam Deck, the ACE anti-cheat system flags their activity as suspicious, resulting in a ban.

A Skyrim-inspired game with a cheater’s dilemma

The ban, although temporary, has sparked concern among players who were looking forward to playing the game on the go. The developer, Mithril Interactive, has defended its decision to implement the ACE anti-cheat system, citing the need to protect the game’s integrity.

The Steam Deck’s portability comes with a price

While the Steam Deck is an excellent handheld gaming PC, its Linux operating system can be incompatible with certain anti-cheat software. This has led to issues with games like Dungeonborne, which may not be compatible with the Steam Deck’s operating system.

Explore other great games on the Steam Deck

If you’re looking to play Dungeonborne, it’s best to stick to your gaming PC for now. In the meantime, check out our list of the best Steam Deck games that won’t result in faulty bans.