The Steam Deck is a versatile gaming device powered by the Linux operating system. It provides users with robust tools to expand its functionality, allowing the installation of various applications that enhance its gaming capabilities. One such tool is the Decky Loader, which supports the addition of apps that make the Steam Deck more adaptable, enabling it to handle a broader range of games.
Another useful application is NonSteamLaunchers, developed by a GitHub user named Moraroy. This tool integrates non-Steam games, such as those from Ubisoft, into both the Steam Deck’s Gaming Mode and Desktop Mode. Users can access a broader library of games, including Ubisoft Plus titles, with the correct setup and subscription.
How To Install Decky Loader On The Steam Deck
- Power on the Steam Deck.
- Press the Steam button underneath the left trackpad.
- Highlight the Power option and select Switch to Desktop Mode.
- If available, connect a keyboard and mouse to use the Steam Deck like a desktop PC.
- Open a browser and navigate to the Discover store to install Google Chrome. This is necessary to run launchers in Gaming Mode.
- Visit the Decky Loader GitHub page and download the software.
- Click the Download icon below the Decky Loader logo, select the Recommended Settings, and follow the installation prompts.
- Once installed, close the browser and select Return to Gaming Mode from the Desktop.
Use these steps to quickly and efficiently set up Decky Loader on the Steam Deck without any coding or manual integration.
Installing NonSteamLauncher For The Steam Deck
To obtain NonSteamLaunchers for Ubisoft Connect on the Steam Deck, start in Gaming Mode. Begin by pressing the Quick Access Menu button (three dots below the right trackpad).
Navigate to the menu displaying the plugin icon and open Decky Loader. Select the Settings cogwheel.
Within the General menu, locate the Store Channel. Change this setting to Testing through the dropdown menu, allowing access to experimental tools.
Return to the main settings page and click the shop icon situated next to the settings wheel to open the Store. Browse through the options until locating the NonSteamLaunchers app. Proceed to install it by following the on-screen instructions.
Install The Ubisoft Launcher On The Steam Deck
To integrate the Ubisoft Connect launcher with the Steam Deck’s gaming mode, follow these steps:
- Press the QAM button.
- Open Decky Loader and launch the NonSteamLauncher app.
- In the Game Scanner section, toggle the Auto Scan Games option on.
- Click Game Launchers.
- Switch on Ubisoft Connect.
- Scroll down, toggle Separate Launcher Folders on, and click Install.
After installing the program, press the Steam button.
- Open the Library and find the Ubisoft Connect app under Non-Steam Launchers.
- Open the app and press Play.
- Sign in to your Ubisoft account and install your games.
Your installed Ubisoft games will now appear in the Non-Steam section of your library, making them easily accessible within the Steam Deck’s gaming mode.
Steam Deck Specifications:
| Component | Specs |
|---|---|
| Screen | 7″ diagonal, 1280 x 800px (16:10), 60Hz |
| CPU | AMD APU Zen 2, 4c/8t, 2.4-3.5GHz |
| Battery | 40Whr, 2 – 8 hours of gameplay |
| Connectivity | Bluetooth 5.0, Dual-band Wi-Fi (2.4GHz & 5GHz) |
| Audio | Stereo with embedded DSP, Dual Microphone Array |
