Steam Deck's SteamOS Officially Coming to the ROG Ally

Summary

In this video, the host discusses a Verge article confirming Valve's intention to support the Asus ROG Ally with Steam Deck's operating system. Valve aims to extend Steam OS to rival handhelds, though it's not yet ready for out-of-the-box use. The host also touches on Valve's progress towards enabling dual-boot functionality for Windows on Steam Decks, with upcoming drivers for the OLED display. The video speculates on the future possibility of customizing handhelds with choice of OS, sparking excitement for the official release of Steam OS on other devices.

Takeaways

• 📱 Valve has confirmed that it will support the Asus ROG Ally with its Steam Deck operating system, Steam OS.
• 🔍 The Verge article discusses Valve's plans to bring Steam OS to rival handheld devices, not just their own Steam Deck.
• 🔄 Valve designer Lawrence Yang confirmed that the company is working on third-party device support for Steam OS, including the ROG Ally.
• 💡 The support for ROG Ally keys in Valve's patch notes was not a mistake but an indication of future support for the device.
• 🤔 While Asus may not officially support Valve's installer or sell the ROG Ally with Steam OS, the possibility of support is being explored.
• 🖥️ Valve is also working on a general release of SteamOS 3, which could theoretically be installed on non-handheld PCs.
• 🔄 Progress is being made on dual-boot support for Windows on the Steam Deck, but no specific timeline has been provided.
• 🚀 Universal Blue has already achieved support for the Asus ROG Alx with its Baytrail operating system, offering a Steam-like experience.
• 🛠️ Valve is preparing to make Windows drivers for the Steam Deck OLED available, including firmware for the Bluetooth driver.
• 💡 The idea of being able to choose your operating system when ordering a handheld device, like Windows or Steam OS, is an exciting prospect.
• 🎉 The video creator is looking forward to the official release of Steam OS for other handhelds and the potential for a more customized handheld experience.

Q & A

What is the main topic of the video?

The main topic of the video is Valve's confirmation of supporting the Asus ROG Ally with its Steam Deck operating system, Steam OS, and the potential for Steam OS to be available on other handheld devices.

What did Tom Warren post on The Verge that led to the video being made?

Tom Warren posted an article on The Verge that Valve is confirming support for the Asus ROG Ally with its Steam Deck operating system, which prompted the video creator to make a video discussing this development.

What is Steam OS?

Steam OS is a Linux-based operating system developed by Valve Corporation, designed to run on PC gaming hardware and optimized for the company's digital distribution platform, Steam.

Why is the support of Steam OS on the Asus ROG Ally significant?

The support of Steam OS on the Asus ROG Ally is significant because it marks Valve's intention to extend its operating system to rival handheld gaming devices, potentially broadening the reach of Steam OS beyond Valve's own Steam Deck.

What does Valve's Lawrence Yang confirm regarding Steam OS and third-party device support?

Lawrence Yang confirms that Valve is working on adding support for additional handhelds on Steam OS, including the Asus ROG Ally, but it doesn't mean Asus will officially support Valve's installer or sell the ROG Ally with Steam OS pre-installed.

What is the current status of Steam OS for non-handheld PCs?

Valve has plans for a general release of Steam OS 3 that could theoretically be installed on non-handheld PCs, but it is not ready for release yet.

What is Valve's stance on dual-booting Windows machines with Steam OS?

Valve is preparing to make the remaining Windows drivers for the Steam Deck OLED available, indicating that dual-boot support is still a priority, but there is no update on the timing for this feature.

What is Universal Blue and how does it relate to the Asus ROG Alx?

Universal Blue is a company that has developed a Bay Trail operating system which has already achieved support for the Asus ROG Alx, allowing users to turn their Windows handhelds into devices with a Steam-like operating system.

What are the challenges Microsoft faces in improving the Windows experience on handhelds?

Microsoft faces challenges such as ensuring its operating system works across many different hardware configurations and chips, which requires dedicated validation teams.

What is the potential future scenario for customizing handheld devices with Steam OS?

The potential future scenario includes the ability for consumers to customize their handheld devices at the time of purchase, choosing options like storage size, RAM, and the operating system, such as Windows or Steam OS.

What is the creator's opinion on the possibility of choosing the operating system on handheld devices?

The creator thinks it would be cool if in the future, when ordering handhelds, consumers could choose their operating system, similar to how they can customize desktop PCs or laptops.