We have a few Steam Deck beta client updates to cover today, as we didn't cover the previous one in its own article. So here are all the updates from January 18th to 24th, 2024.
Including the highly anticipated more info for performance quick menu options:
General
Updated embedded Chromium build in Steam to 109.0.5414.120
Updated the quick access performance menu with descriptions for each setting, including how they affect the system and the expected power/performance/visual quality tradeoffs.
Fixed a case where the sdcard was set as the default install location on reboot.
Fixed a case where the network status icon would fail to render for virtual networks.
Fixed the store button on the main menu remaining disabled in Family View even if store permissions were granted to the account.
Fixed drag and drop not working in the Downloads view.
Triggering a Factory Reset will now install a clean version of the OS in addition to deleting user data if the OS image has been modified.
DLC for the game will also be marked as private when marking a game as private.
Privacy settings for individual DLC can now be managed from the game's properties, under the privacy tab.
Corrected height of low battery notification
Steam Input
Fixed occasionally creating an extra virtual controller that is non-responsive
Added a setting for the player LED for DualSense controllers
Desktop Mode
Fixed mouse cursor jumping when some browser windows are closed or hidden.
Fixed maximize/restore button and window resize grip not updating properly.
Fixed "My Games" collection also including games borrowed from other users.
Fixed opacity of play bar on game details pages.
Remote Play
Fixed missing performance graph while streaming
Chat
Fixed a case where group chats could get stuck on "Requesting Group Chat Information" after reconnecting to Steam