In March, Valve released drivers for installing Windows on a Steam Deck portable console, leaving only the sound exposed: it did not work through the built-in speakers or the 3.5mm connector – had to use Bluetooth peripherals or output via USB – C. Now the company, has released sound drivers for the device.

The necessary files for download are posted on the respective Steam support page (currently only available in English) and it is stated that the processor driver must be updated before installation.

The decision to install Windows on the Steam Deck is at the discretion of console owners: “native” SteamOS based on Arch Linux is believed to be high performing, but sometimes the result can be the opposite. Windows is perfect for those who need games that aren’t in their Steam library, as well as those who prefer the Epic Game Store or have an Xbox Game Pass subscription.

It’s also worth noting that dual booting of SteamOS and Windows has not yet been implemented – as Valve stated, “The SteamOS installer responsible for this isn’t quite ready”, so we have to wait for SteamOS 3. Windows 10 and 11 are supported, but the latter before installation requires a recent SteamOS update to work with fTPM in the BIOS – this module is listed in the system requirements for the platform. Source