Steam Deck 2 wishlist: what I want in the next-gen model

Valve has already done the hard part with the Steam Deck. It proved that a handheld gaming PC can offer a console-like experience while still being practical and fun. With the Steam Deck OLED, the company only sharpened this approach with a better screen, larger battery, and a handful of smart upgrades.

So the Steam Deck 2 does not need to chase some wild new identity. The current Steam Deck is not flawless, but it also does not need to win some pointless spec war. What I really want is a mix of quality-of-life improvements and hardware upgrades that tighten up the experience in meaningful ways.

Give me a better screen, but make it work harder for efficiency

The Steam Deck OLED already has a lovely display. Valve’s decision to move to OLED, a

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