Why The Steam Deck Is An AMAZING Console - A Casual Gamer’s Perspective

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  • @JonImperial
    @JonImperial  Рік тому +117

    The Steam Deck is amazing. I haven't even tried installing windows, emulation, etc. There are a lot of videos on those already and it's just not how I would use the Steam Deck. I wanted to use it as close to out-of-the-box as I can.😊

    • @roda.8985
      @roda.8985 Рік тому +13

      Make sure you try emulation. It adds so much.

    • @JonImperial
      @JonImperial  Рік тому +5

      For sure! 😊

    • @AyBee9725
      @AyBee9725 Рік тому +1

      Idk about windows on this thing man. I tried. The controls don’t translate well. Maybe things have changed since I last tried a year ago 🤷🏽‍♂️

    • @Spencerwalker21
      @Spencerwalker21 Рік тому +9

      ​@@JonImperialemu deck 2.0 is great you don't even need to install Windows.

    • @_Veno
      @_Veno Рік тому +6

      Emulation works AMAZING on the deck, if you are gonna get a switch, get a steam deck and emulate it, although online would not work

  • @EyedOmally
    @EyedOmally Рік тому +33

    Handheld! I gotta admit, when I first got my steam deck about 6 months ago, I thought it was great, but was having a bit of buyers remorse. I wasn't ever able to find situations where I felt the purchase was justified. Fast forward to this month and man am I glad I got this device. My situation has changed and I'm constantly on the go. I have basically made a playlist of games to play on the deck and I'm getting through them one by one. Backlog be gone! The steam deck is my ultimate time killer between jobs and I couldn't be happier.

    • @JonImperial
      @JonImperial  Рік тому +1

      That's awesome! I'm glad you are getting more use out of it! 😊

    • @MrCalifornia0
      @MrCalifornia0 5 місяців тому

      I have buyers remorse too. Especially since I have a Switch too. I’m still debating if I need both. I have only had the SD a few days

  • @adamlrutledge
    @adamlrutledge Рік тому +144

    Great review. I work 60 hours a week, married with 2 boys so I have very little time to game & this seems like the perfect device to jump in wherever you are or whenever you can so going to give it a try. Thanks again man

    • @JonImperial
      @JonImperial  Рік тому +5

      I hope you like it! 🤞🏾

    • @jethroclimacosa1803
      @jethroclimacosa1803 Рік тому +8

      Same man.. just ordered mine hopefully i get an hour or two a day from being an adult

    • @shahtayyib
      @shahtayyib Рік тому +31

      You married 2 boys 😨

    • @cavemancave666
      @cavemancave666 Рік тому +4

      I feel u man! I work for 84hrs a week and i just got mine hehehe

    • @AlexSummary
      @AlexSummary Рік тому

      @@shahtayyib 🦗🦗🦗

  • @ryuno2097
    @ryuno2097 Рік тому +14

    Gonna get mine sometime soon. I've got a huge back log of games that I've been bought on sale throughout the years because I thought I'd have the time to play. But like most adults, work and family takes most of our time now and the Steam Deck is just what I needed to finally play these games.

    • @JonImperial
      @JonImperial  Рік тому

      Awesome! I think you are definitely going to love it!

  • @marvelnube
    @marvelnube Рік тому +43

    Nice breakdown and review. I can totally relate to your experiences, as a full time editorial content lead for an advertising agency, play time is almost non existent until I realized it's already gone too. While I have and enjoyed the Switch, it doesn't allow me to play triple A titles on the go and I just couldn't afford buying a proper gaming laptop. So the Steam Deck fits the bill perfectly with its price point. As a HANDHELD I managed to steal some time playing the game in-between work or during lunch break.

    • @JonImperial
      @JonImperial  Рік тому +1

      Thanks for sharing your thoughts! The Steam Deck is pretty amazing! What games have you played on it? 😊

    • @marvelnube
      @marvelnube Рік тому +1

      @@JonImperial It is! For me I'm playing RE4 Remake, Vampire Survivors, and some of my old Steam Deck Library games such as Dead Cell

  • @NPCLiam
    @NPCLiam Рік тому +1

    Handheld - great video, man and absolutely spicy production

    • @JonImperial
      @JonImperial  Рік тому +1

      I appreciate that bro! 🙏🏾 Thanks for watching the video. 😊

  • @InitialDL84
    @InitialDL84 Рік тому +19

    Yup, I'm in the same boat as you when it comes to the PS5 reigniting my love for gaming. I ended up getting a Steam Deck about a month and a half ago mainly to take the load off my laptop and being able to use it as a console a la Switch. I considered getting a Switch, but the only games I would get for it is anything Metroid or Bayonetta. The Steam Deck is a beast of an emulator machine as well, so I decided to pull the trigger and finally get one during their Spring Sale. The only problem right now is that I haven't been able to use it since buying it, because adulting 😅 but I'm happy that I got it and will be modding and playing it soon.

    • @JonImperial
      @JonImperial  Рік тому +2

      Thanks for sharing that! I got mine 2 weeks-ish before the Spring Sale! That was a good deal!

    • @notrybro
      @notrybro Рік тому +3

      I had the most fun (and still do) customizing my deck. the freedom is amazing

    • @bionic-beaver
      @bionic-beaver Рік тому

      @@notrybro Enjoying Linux?

  • @NefariousMegaFlare
    @NefariousMegaFlare Рік тому +5

    been contemplating getting this since the start of the year. flight attendant line here, and i think this would be a good purchase for when im away from home during long layovers. thank you for the honest reviews!

    • @JonImperial
      @JonImperial  Рік тому +1

      I think it's perfect for you! 👊🏾 Thanks for watching! 😊

    • @NefariousMegaFlare
      @NefariousMegaFlare Рік тому +2

      @@JonImperial subscribed as well! be well to you & everyone at home 👊🏽😊

    • @JonImperial
      @JonImperial  Рік тому +1

      @@NefariousMegaFlare 🙏🏾

  • @shadowflash0
    @shadowflash0 Рік тому +4

    Absolutely love my steam deck. I play it on the couch, in bed, and even on my lunch breaks at work. It's really just the perfect way to slot in some gaming time in small free pockets of your day.

    • @JonImperial
      @JonImperial  Рік тому

      100% some people don’t get it! 😂
      What games do you play?

  • @LofiMiso321
    @LofiMiso321 Рік тому +6

    If you got a Steam Deck and want a great indie game I suggest Dredge, Hades, Superliminal and Sable. These game run smooth af.

    • @JonImperial
      @JonImperial  Рік тому +1

      I gotta check those out! Thank you!

  • @Elio_JY_Yang
    @Elio_JY_Yang Рік тому +6

    For someone who juggles both home life and work, the Steam Deck seems like a great solution. It allows you to take a quick break from work and dive into entertainment, and just as easily switch back to work mode when needed. That's really impressive!

    • @JonImperial
      @JonImperial  Рік тому

      I’m loving mine! I would also look into the newer ROG Ally. I have one, but I haven’t tried it much.

  • @evanescencelover44
    @evanescencelover44 Рік тому +38

    Love my deck! I’ve been trying to get into PC gaming though I’m not super tech savvy and it’s very expensive! The community and the user friendly-ness of the device are super helpful! I can play anything I want too! Even a lot of non verified games work amazing! The freedom is unmatched! I don’t think I’ll go back to consoles!

    • @JonImperial
      @JonImperial  Рік тому +3

      I'm happy to hear that! I am so happy about my decision too. My favorite purchase this year. 🔥

    • @casper3809
      @casper3809 Рік тому +1

      True🙌🏻

    • @Terandium
      @Terandium Рік тому

      Now triple that freedom when you actually get a pc

    • @evanescencelover44
      @evanescencelover44 Рік тому

      @@Terandium lol I figured..

    • @quisqueyanguy120
      @quisqueyanguy120 Рік тому +1

      @@Terandium The steam deck IS a PC

  • @MrSergeta
    @MrSergeta Рік тому +2

    Handheld.
    Enjoy your video. I just bought my Steam Deck and really excited to start using it!

    • @JonImperial
      @JonImperial  Рік тому

      Thank you! What game did you download first? 😊

    • @MrSergeta
      @MrSergeta Рік тому +1

      @@JonImperial Aperture Desk Job. I’m currently setting up my Emudeck, which I’m struggling because, ironically enough, lack of free time.

  • @ariel9463
    @ariel9463 Рік тому

    dude whoever is filming is really good at doing those candid shots even on the signs, it feels like im watching a tv show or a commercial. great work on their part. not even butt kissing like this is the first time ive come across your channel.

    • @JonImperial
      @JonImperial  Рік тому +1

      Thank you!! We work hard to create these kinds of videos. 🙏🏾

  • @shlawg
    @shlawg Рік тому +2

    Handheld - really great video man and appreciate the tips, i might get it soon! 🙏

    • @JonImperial
      @JonImperial  Рік тому

      Glad you enjoyed it! 😊 Hope you like it when you get it.

  • @TheTyjah
    @TheTyjah Рік тому +2

    Really enjoying my Steam Deck, I got it last summer and have really been enjoying it. I hooked it up to one of my TVs and connected a Bluetooth mouse and keyboard, so that I could play games like Borderlands 2 and Titan fall 2. I got a Tomtoc case which fits the deck perfectly for taking to work in my lunch bucket and playing a little on my break. Furthermore, I have 2 Xbox series controllers, so I can play co-op games with my brothers as well. When I went for a trip to Kansas last month, I took the deck and played games like Doom, Dead Cells, Horizon Chase Turbo, Sonic all stars racing transformed and Skyrim Elder Scrolls V, in the back seat. I have been getting into emulation more lately and added some older Nintendo titles to my deck. I am also looking into buying Zelda: Breath of the wild to emulate on my deck at some point.

  • @Ult.98
    @Ult.98 Рік тому +5

    This thing is great. While I have a PC I'm more of a console gamer and this is the perfect bridge between both. It's so easy to use

    • @JonImperial
      @JonImperial  Рік тому

      That's it! It's so easy to use! 😊

  • @JCEEJUNIOR
    @JCEEJUNIOR Рік тому +15

    That was a great review, I bought my Steam deck in January after seeing what it can do through other reviews and I love it! It definitely makes gaming more convenient.

    • @JonImperial
      @JonImperial  Рік тому +1

      I appreciate that 🙏🏾 What are some of your favorite Steam Deck games?

    • @JCEEJUNIOR
      @JCEEJUNIOR Рік тому +1

      @@JonImperial I've been catching up with games in my back log lately outside of emulation and modded games I've beat. I think the ones I've played the most and enjoyed are Bulletstorm: full metal clip and Dragon quest XI S. I've also started playing some Star dew valley and Buck up and drive at night before bed. I like a bunch of different genres though from JRPGS to FPS and farming Sims. Just depends on my mood.

    • @JonImperial
      @JonImperial  Рік тому +1

      That’s a wide range of games! That’s awesome. 😊 I’ll check some of the games you mentioned.

    • @JCEEJUNIOR
      @JCEEJUNIOR Рік тому

      @@JonImperial Two older games that I also have on steam but haven't played on the Deck yet are Sleeping Dogs and Titan fall 2. You might of heard of/played both of them in the past though. Figured sleeping dogs might be more up your alley since you play Red Dead redemption 2. It's more in the vein of a Grand theft Auto though. Titan fall is just a really good shooter for the campaign. Can't speak for the multiplayer part of it but I heard it was good as well. I really enjoyed the campaign though. They both go on sale from time to time.

  • @jamesbalaj4641
    @jamesbalaj4641 Рік тому +25

    You know I love how you touched on an aspect of the deck that I also completely share, where if I'm going to wanna play a multiplayer shooter you hop on your pc, but when you wanna wind down or just chill with your wife you whip out your steam deck, I really love that my deck allows me to spend some gaming time in bed playing next to my wife and dog and not bothering them with my louder pc when they are sleeping.

    • @JonImperial
      @JonImperial  Рік тому +2

      Playing in bed is awesome too! It's so convenient. 👌🏾

    • @totalsubmition
      @totalsubmition Рік тому +6

      You should be whipping out something else when you want to chill with your wife.

    • @seeess925
      @seeess925 Рік тому +1

      It is not good value for handheld compared to Switch. There are games that should be played on PC. No handheld is yet capable of it for a good price and product. Switch has many great exclusives and games that are great for playing on handheld. Steam Deck has never been worth it. Asus Ally is far and away a better option. And can actually be either it as a PC game machine alternative with Windows. Never waste money on a Steam Deck.

    • @jamesbalaj4641
      @jamesbalaj4641 Рік тому

      @See Ess you are right the steam deck isn't a good handheld option, it's a GREAT option for the price, you know why it wins for me, I don't care about Nintendo exclusives I will never support those money grabbers as they only care about squeezing the highest prices from games series that have been around since before I was born(1998), steam has over 50000 available games, and the device itself is better for me than the asus ally as I don't wanna spend close to a grand for performance that is better but doesn't have dual track pads or 4 other back buttons to program. I'm happy and am so excited to have a device that let's me play cyberpunk for an hour and a half at great settings pretty much anywhere I can bring it.

    • @seeess925
      @seeess925 Рік тому +1

      @@jamesbalaj4641 This is totally false. The price of close to a grand is similar on both You clearly have no clue what you're talking about. Steam Deck is over $700 in most shops. Same pricing for Ally. The touch screen on Steam Deck seems like a nice touch. But found to be barely used and unnecessary by most. Due to being fully touch screen anyway. Ally can play any Steam game. And it has faaaar more universal options for games that you do not even need to get on Steam. 5000 is an irrelevant number when what is available outside of Steam is what is most relevant. Steam Deck has never been a good product which means it is not even close to great. It is closer to poor oversized overpriced product recommended to avoid. Nintendo is greedy as can be, But no more than Valve. Perhaps not even close to Valve. If the product is worth the value then, that is what matters to most users. Yet the biggest hypocrites on the internet and one the face of the earth are anybody who use Valve for anything, and while pointing fingers at anybody about greed and anticonsumer. Which is what Valve is far more than any other company. Yet the point was value to the user. I got three games from Steam over the past two years. Due to being Steam exclusive - Final Fantasy 14, Fallout 4, Elden Ring. Because I enjoyed those. But I got many games elsewhere. Switch offers the best value for handheld. The OLED is amazing. Dragon Quest 11-S has great benefit on PC. But also excellent on Switch OLED for a handheld game.. For PC games on handheld, Steam Deck is a huge waste of money when Asus Ally is just so much better. There is has always been zero reason to pay enormous amount for Steam Deck. But Ally is actually a great product for that price range. As stated it is a Windows PC as well. Anybody looking for a budget PC for gaming consider getting the Ally. It can be docked as well as brought around like a laptop. There is no competition between something well worth it vs something that has never been worth it.

  • @hellzonehz1416
    @hellzonehz1416 Рік тому +4

    I play games only when I am bored or feel low.
    Basically play games for relaxation.
    I had series S but when I wanted to play game My TV was busy with my family watching their programmes.
    Only time I could play was at night when I actually need sleep.
    Steam deck is boon for casual players like me.
    Sold Series S and got deck and now I can play when and wherever I want.
    Thanks Valve for making this masterpiece

    • @JonImperial
      @JonImperial  Рік тому

      The Steam Deck does sound perfect for you! 😊

  • @archer201977
    @archer201977 Рік тому +1

    Got mine 4 days ago, didn't turn on, was waiting for the m.2 1tb to replace my 64gb deck, i know there are a lot more powerful handhelds but i just aimed for the one that has a large community and a well established gaming resource who happens to built their own handheld which is great plus the value that is affordable in my opinion, Great review by the way.

    • @JonImperial
      @JonImperial  Рік тому

      Oh man. That’s frustrating.
      Thank you for watching! 🙏🏾

  • @EmmaEscalant
    @EmmaEscalant Рік тому +1

    New steam deck owner here. I work on a cruise so I don’t have wifi to play online and just carrying my PS5 to the cruise and then installing it in my already limited space cabin is simply a no. I own a switch and while it’s great, I was feeling I was missing out a lot of AAA games just cuz the Switch doesn’t have them.
    I LOVE THE STEAM DECK, playing Master Chief Collection, Metro Exodus, Cyberpunk 2077, Elden Ring and so many more AAA and now Sony “exclusives” like Days Gone is mind blowing. I was biased by the battery life but again, I usually never find myself playing for more than 2-3 hours so it’s never an issue.
    Gotta say, the Switch and SteamDeck combo is a killer one hahahaha. I love handheld and having the power and library of both of those systems is an absolute blast.

    • @JonImperial
      @JonImperial  Рік тому

      That’s awesome! Best of both worlds! ☺️

  • @Desertpunk1986
    @Desertpunk1986 9 місяців тому +1

    Dude excellent review that I totally related too. Self employed makes turning work off hard, and having that downtown in the evening always turns into more work time for me. Even if it’s just emails from my phone on the couch while Office runs for the 1,000x.

    • @JonImperial
      @JonImperial  8 місяців тому

      It's awesome!! Happy to hear you are enjoying yours!

  • @Outre7
    @Outre7 Рік тому +1

    Just get one you will not regret it ..had mine for a year now

  • @dadrunkcanadianlive440
    @dadrunkcanadianlive440 Рік тому +2

    I love my deck. I bought it and I had lots of skepticism for it. I absolutely love it more than my switch, not that I won't play my switch (I'm gonna set it as a party games console). My steamdeck can run games like Elden ring, GTA, and Minecraft really well. The size was pretty big and after a while picked up my switch and I realized how small it was.

    • @JonImperial
      @JonImperial  Рік тому +1

      Thanks for sharing that! The SD is pretty awesome!

  • @StarTrekBro
    @StarTrekBro Рік тому +1

    Awesome review and loved your videos format!

  • @mvanalst2003
    @mvanalst2003 Рік тому +1

    Handheld. This was my first video of yours. You have a new sub! Thank you for creating and sharing, sir.

    • @JonImperial
      @JonImperial  Рік тому

      Thanks for the sub! I truly appreciate it! 😊

  • @artax33
    @artax33 Рік тому +4

    The best game to start with is Aperture Desk Job, its funny and gives you an over view of the controls of the deck.

    • @JonImperial
      @JonImperial  Рік тому

      I was too eager to play FireWatch 😂

  • @cheshirecustomcamper9797
    @cheshirecustomcamper9797 Рік тому

    Handheld just bought one today. Late to the party but I can't wait for it to arrive.

    • @JonImperial
      @JonImperial  Рік тому +1

      Better late than never! Welcome to the club! Hope you enjoy it! 😊

  • @kevintheminion2382
    @kevintheminion2382 Рік тому +2

    Hello great video I am new to pc gaming I do not have a pc but I just bought a steam deck and I’m a big fan of red dead and dayZ one of the reasons I bought a steam deck is because I wanted to mod those games can you mod dayZ and red dead on the steam deck?

    • @JonImperial
      @JonImperial  Рік тому

      I'm not big on modding. I'm sure you can look it up on Reddit 😊

  • @skreechverminking2227
    @skreechverminking2227 Рік тому +2

    If been trying out monster hunter world on the steam deck, and while it is not verified, the playability of the game on the steam deck is amazingly good.
    Also I just learned a few days ago that you can pause the game with a short power button game, and continue it where you have left it afterwards

    • @JonImperial
      @JonImperial  Рік тому

      That’s awesome! I’m happy to hear that you are enjoying your SD! 😊

  • @MagicManRusseL
    @MagicManRusseL Рік тому +1

    Handheld! nice review for steamdeck. I bought mine this year too and very satisfied with the portability of the device, its just for the accessories that it is quite a bit hard to order here from the philippines. Hope I can get the jsaux cooling fan at carry case soon. Keep safe kabayan! LOL

  • @GT86crazy
    @GT86crazy Рік тому +1

    Awesome review dude! Well scripted, shot and covered all the relevant points. Keep it up!

    • @JonImperial
      @JonImperial  Рік тому +1

      Thank you!! 😊 I’m glad to hear that!

    • @GT86crazy
      @GT86crazy Рік тому

      @@JonImperial I’ve just placed an order for mine. Very excited!

  • @m4rvelero
    @m4rvelero Рік тому +1

    nice video! UA-cam suggested me this video because I love the Steam Deck and I truly liked it!

    • @JonImperial
      @JonImperial  Рік тому +1

      Thank you! Do you have one?

    • @m4rvelero
      @m4rvelero Рік тому

      Not yet because I have a very nice HP Omen Laptop for portable gaming, but I'm super interested. Have a great weekend 😊

  • @Dadedrums
    @Dadedrums Рік тому

    Handheld! I am hesitating on getting my Steam Deck... 419€ is pretty expensive but I eventually will get one... let's maybe wait until some sales... thanks for the video!

    • @JonImperial
      @JonImperial  Рік тому +2

      Thank you!! Not sure when the device will go on sale again. Probably it’s 2nd year anniversary which is February.

  • @amoncore8063
    @amoncore8063 Рік тому +1

    Me too currently owned a steamdeck..i just received it in this week and currently playing The Division..its an old game,yes..but thats what i want to play since its 1st release..sadly im not working at one place for long time and never had any consoles..this my 1st time owning a real portable gaming console and im really going deep into it 😄

    • @JonImperial
      @JonImperial  Рік тому

      That's awesome! Older titles are perfect for the Steam Deck! Which model did you get?

    • @amoncore8063
      @amoncore8063 Рік тому

      I bought the 256gb..ur right..so far my Steamdeck excels 😄 im also a type of ppl that want to play games..but hardly more than 2h per session..

  • @akonako364
    @akonako364 Рік тому +2

    Not only that Steam Deck can be use as your handheld laptop similarly as other tablet PC's which is also great for last minute productivity work, specially if you're familiar with Linux OS's.

    • @JonImperial
      @JonImperial  Рік тому

      Have you taken advantage of that? I don't see myself doing that, but that is actually a good point!

  • @solbadguy7807
    @solbadguy7807 Рік тому +3

    This is the exact content im looking for
    Subscribed
    Can you make video about emulation on steam deck by causal player prespective?

    • @JonImperial
      @JonImperial  Рік тому

      Thank you so much for the sub!
      I'll see what I can do. I'm hesitant, because using emulation, does not appeal to me as a gamer. I can't think of games I would want to play, but never say never. 😊

  • @Casuallycollecting
    @Casuallycollecting Рік тому

    Can you use your Microsoft account for the steam deck for the games or is it just for the PlayStation ecosystem

  • @FuzzyHead
    @FuzzyHead Рік тому +2

    Handheld!
    Great Video, great content, great conclusion! Thank you for that!

    • @JonImperial
      @JonImperial  Рік тому

      I appreciate it! Thank you so much for watching! Are you in the market for one?

  • @J0kerHecz
    @J0kerHecz Рік тому +2

    Great vid! I honestly thought about buying a Steam deck ever since it’s reveal and release but I wanted to use Windows as well, make it my new PC since my current one is old and weak to run most games I want to play so I just use it for work. I like the PS5 but I hardly play much other than play online with a friend or two, heck I have less time to do so sometimes but when I have time I want to catch up on other things and I resort to playing mobile games on my iPad. And this I looked at the Steam deck and thought about getting this because it can be my new PC, Android emulation and Stream service like Gamepass and PS Remote play, the perfect device for when I want to play game on. But as I said, the hassle of having to do extra steps to make it run Windows is yeah.
    I’ll probably get it somewhere down the line but right now, the ROG Ally is much more appealing to me.

    • @JonImperial
      @JonImperial  Рік тому

      The ROG Ally is definitely interesting. I would love to test it out for myself. 😊

  • @FernandoHernandez-jp4gt
    @FernandoHernandez-jp4gt Рік тому

    Handheld! Great review. Love the casual gamer perspective. Made it more relatable for me.

    • @JonImperial
      @JonImperial  Рік тому

      I'm glad to hear that! When I was researching, the question I kept thinking was "is it still enjoyable even if I don't emulate, play as much, etc."

  • @MrMartellSincere
    @MrMartellSincere Рік тому +1

    I wonder if Best Buy get the steam deck available on their storefront eventually?

    • @JonImperial
      @JonImperial  Рік тому

      I doubt it. If Steam is truly losing money on the Steam Deck, they can't afford to put it in retail. They'll lose more money. 😊

  • @EmpireZzzz
    @EmpireZzzz Рік тому

    U gonna get the asus rog ally?

    • @JonImperial
      @JonImperial  Рік тому

      I'm not sure. It is intriguing though. 😊

  • @Asufiku
    @Asufiku Рік тому +1

    Sounds like an amazing system for last gen AAA gaming and emulators

    • @JonImperial
      @JonImperial  Рік тому

      It's really great! Are you thinking of getting one? Or maybe the ROG Ally? 😁

  • @jamesony
    @jamesony Рік тому

    I was skeptical of the Steamdeck and didnt think I would use it over my gaming PC... but honestly I game so much more now. I can play all my favourite games from bed, in a park, on a long flight, in the airport... anywhere i am bored or just have a quick 30mins to get another quest done... it is a game changer.
    What is funny is I just built a brand new gaming PC which I thought I would use daily... now i just use it for work and the Steamdeck does the bulk of the gaming! XD

    • @JonImperial
      @JonImperial  Рік тому

      That’s awesome! Thanks for sharing your experience. 😊

  • @1398go
    @1398go Рік тому +2

    Red Dead II is verified? Thanks for your video!

    • @JonImperial
      @JonImperial  Рік тому

      It’s not verified but “playable”. I think Rockstar is the only hiccup. 😊

  • @gonaye1
    @gonaye1 Рік тому +2

    Handheld! Got mine last year and love it! Yayyy! 😊

    • @JonImperial
      @JonImperial  Рік тому

      That's awesome! What games do you play?

    • @gonaye1
      @gonaye1 Рік тому

      @@JonImperial lately Hogwarts Legacy, Tekken 7, Sifu, and The Witcher 3! 👍🏽

  • @copey7969
    @copey7969 Рік тому +1

    Great review! Just purchased mine and waiting for it to arrive. Also Love Love Love the Broken Sword series!

    • @JonImperial
      @JonImperial  Рік тому +1

      Thank you!!! What games are you planning to play? 😊

    • @copey7969
      @copey7969 Рік тому

      @@JonImperial Lots of Phasmo, Demonologist, VRChat, Cult of the Lamb, Fall Guys, Terraria and Among Us

  • @EmphaticStorm
    @EmphaticStorm Рік тому +1

    Thanks for a fair and honest review

    • @JonImperial
      @JonImperial  Рік тому

      I appreciate you watching! 🙏🏾

  • @AKingsFist
    @AKingsFist Рік тому +1

    I wanna play games like gta fornite & call of duty but if its gonna b laggy or fps drops rhen i dont know i want the deck but the rog is coming soon & fem a console gamer experience i see mainly indie & small games being played on the steam deck anything bigger i only see videos of it running terrible so would we be a good cop get a steam deck or wait to see if the ROG ally can run the games i want to play better

    • @JonImperial
      @JonImperial  Рік тому +1

      I'm hoping to get my hands on the ROG Ally ASAP and try to provide some insight. 😊
      Like I said in my video, I have had no issues running some AAA titles. I think you need to manage your expectations though.

  • @njl1030
    @njl1030 Рік тому +1

    When I saw “ e. Dimond “ on that Best Buy, I knew that looked familiar. Lol

    • @JonImperial
      @JonImperial  Рік тому

      😂 you in Anchorage too?

    • @njl1030
      @njl1030 Рік тому

      @@JonImperial haha yea man! Good review by the way

  • @shadowstalker7259
    @shadowstalker7259 Рік тому +2

    One of my favorite games to play on the steam deck has to be the sims 4, it almost feels like your playing it on your console, except the screen is much much closer, and you can mod the game as well. When I discovered the steam deck I was blown away, I play for far longer than I should, to the point where my parents had to take away my computer so I didn't screw up my grades, well. Turns out the way they placed my computer (upside down) the graphics card fell out and broke, so my parents are getting me a steam deck to replace it, I have a lot of free time since I'm only 17, but I still feel as though I'll find a great use for this

    • @JonImperial
      @JonImperial  Рік тому +1

      Sorry about your graphics card!

    • @shadowstalker7259
      @shadowstalker7259 Рік тому

      @Jon Imperial its fine, losing a 3060 sucks, but stuff happens what can you do? 🤷🏽‍♂️

  • @buntygirdhar
    @buntygirdhar Рік тому +1

    at 2:45 you said you wanted a bigger screen & OLED panel. Valve listened to you

    • @JonImperial
      @JonImperial  Рік тому +1

      I know!! I’m so happy! Loving the OLED! 🙌🏾

  • @cari_iii
    @cari_iii Рік тому +1

    I’ve been a handheld gamer my whole life, and every time i try to game on the pc, it is just not for me. There are so many pc games that the switch just doesn’t have and i am definitely looking to get a steam deck when i am able to this year. It may seem redundant to have both the switch and deck, but i feel like they have different uses and I’m so excited to get my hands on one. thanks for the great video :)

    • @JonImperial
      @JonImperial  Рік тому +1

      I think you'll enjoy it! 😊 Thanks for watching.

    • @just_HAZEN
      @just_HAZEN Рік тому

      Nah it makes sense to have both. They both play different games. Plus since you have. Switch already it'd be easier to get your switch games on the steam deck. If you wanted.

  • @DrRedrum
    @DrRedrum Рік тому +1

    Handheld! I'm getting mine tomorrow! I originally got Switch three years ago, but the game library isn't as appealing to me, I found myself mostly waiting for the next pc port.

    • @JonImperial
      @JonImperial  Рік тому

      Hope you like it! What’s the first game you’re planning to play? 😊

    • @DrRedrum
      @DrRedrum Рік тому +1

      @@JonImperial Resident Evil 4 remake! I didn't managed to finish it on my PC, because it's just a gigantic hassle to hook it to my living room TV and get that console experience (and I refuse to work and game on the same setup). Plus waking up a game from suspend for a 15-20 minute session is a game changer. I finished Witcher 3 that way on Switch.

  • @logangagnier8937
    @logangagnier8937 Рік тому

    as a college student with a ps5 and a macbook, i can’t really justify spending $1000+ on a gaming pc. it just doesn’t make sense to spend that much on something that’ll be used for one task. i’ve always loved handhelds and have recently been considering getting the steam deck. i feel like it’ll be a good way to build up a steam library and be able to play some games that i can’t play on my ps5, not to mention emulation and the portability. great video!

    • @JonImperial
      @JonImperial  Рік тому

      It’s awesome! I think you’ll like it. 😊

  • @creepiar
    @creepiar Рік тому +5

    Hand Held, This seems like a good buy. I love that you did research instead of just buying it and just going with the flow of things and wasting money

    • @JonImperial
      @JonImperial  Рік тому +3

      I honestly watched too many videos before buying. 😂 Thanks for watching! 😊

    • @creepiar
      @creepiar Рік тому +2

      @@JonImperial Np bro, Can't wait for more videos!! 🔳

  • @TUBERO2024
    @TUBERO2024 Рік тому

    Maybe I will get that one too, Kabayan. I have a NS OLED to play some ported games but I want to have a SD to play some AAA games and fighting games that not has been in NS OLED.

    • @JonImperial
      @JonImperial  Рік тому +1

      It’s really good! Look into the ROG Ally too! 😊

    • @TUBERO2024
      @TUBERO2024 Рік тому

      @@JonImperial ROG Ally here in Taiwan is not expensive. Though I am thinking for SD because of their OS.

  • @ivancruz8595
    @ivancruz8595 Рік тому

    Handheld... this video helps me to take the decision to buy a STEAM DECK... thanks for the great review

    • @JonImperial
      @JonImperial  Рік тому

      I’m happy to hear it was helpful! 🙏🏾

  • @2Quick2See
    @2Quick2See Рік тому +1

    Handheld.
    Very well done review. Happy to see you got a little personal with it and gave your input on its usefulness in your available time. Haven't seen a video that brought that personal aspect into it. I just ordered mine 2 days ago, and boy am I excited. Like a kid waiting on Christmas😅. I got my accessories in the mail yesterday, and I'm waiting and prepared. I'm glad you mentioned you didn't have to repurchase the games, as that was my original thoughts until I saw a video where a guy said he bought Hogwarts Legacy twice and I got freaked out. Lol. That was definitely going to be a deal breaker if I had to repurchase my already owned steam games. Can't wait to test it out, and also sooooo ecstatic to emulate LoZ:Majoras Mask, FFVII, and such😊. Being able to portably take my childhood games with me like that? I'm stoked. Do you have a link for that fan and stand you got?
    Edit: Nevermind on the links, just saw them in description! Thanks!

    • @JonImperial
      @JonImperial  Рік тому +1

      Thank you so much!! 🙏🏾 I hope you enjoy your SD!

    • @2Quick2See
      @2Quick2See Рік тому

      @@JonImperial You're welcome! I sure hope so, too!🙏

  • @archie7288
    @archie7288 Рік тому +2

    Instal decky loader for plugins + emudeck its just a beast device ✊🚀

    • @JonImperial
      @JonImperial  Рік тому

      I definitely need to try those out! 🙏🏾

  • @Yugioh_Cards_Store
    @Yugioh_Cards_Store Рік тому +1

    Thank you, thanks for this!

  • @SolaiRaj-fs6qi
    @SolaiRaj-fs6qi 6 місяців тому

    I think I fall under same category, I ordered the Switch lite just wanted to play Stardew valley after a day cancelled the order and got my Steam deck oled it been a couple of month no regrets yet :)

  • @encutumarius9622
    @encutumarius9622 Рік тому

    Can you watch movies on it from a external hard drive?

  • @ArchieBernabe-m4y
    @ArchieBernabe-m4y Рік тому

    Great review bro. Adulting changes how i play now especially when i have kids. I rarely play now and the steam deck does it for me. I ordered the Asus Rog Ally... canceled it yesterday because Steam deck i feel is better and really has a good backing behind it. Your battery pack tho- legit! 😊

    • @JonImperial
      @JonImperial  Рік тому

      I definitely think you don’t need to upgrade from Steam Deck! It’s still so good. Kinda like how you don’t need to upgrade your phone just because a new one came out. BUT as a reviewer, I would love to try out the ROG Ally! 😊

  • @Lovndabeats
    @Lovndabeats Рік тому

    where can we buy it in the philippines ? thank you

  • @mike.barnes
    @mike.barnes Рік тому +3

    GREAT video my man 👏🏼 Summed why the steam deck is so special perfectly.
    P.S 11:52 made me laugh 😂

    • @JonImperial
      @JonImperial  Рік тому +1

      Thanks bro! Your videos encouraged me to get it! 🙏🏾
      The end made you laugh? What about it? 😂

    • @mike.barnes
      @mike.barnes Рік тому +2

      @@JonImperial Ah thank you dude 😄 So glad you’re enjoying it.
      So at the very last second it cuts to you in the car…some pesky broll that got caught at the end 😂

    • @JonImperial
      @JonImperial  Рік тому +2

      @@mike.barnes HAHAHA! I did not see that. Initially, I had a vlog segment in the video that I took out. 😂
      I am making adjustments now. Consider yourself lucky to have seen it. 😂

    • @mike.barnes
      @mike.barnes Рік тому +2

      @@JonImperial Hahaha! Leave it in 😏😏😏

  • @nicdubonnet
    @nicdubonnet Рік тому +1

    Great video. Handheld!

    • @JonImperial
      @JonImperial  Рік тому

      Thank you so much! Do you have one? 😊

    • @nicdubonnet
      @nicdubonnet Рік тому +1

      @@JonImperial yes I do! I love it! I have a series x as well but finding I’ve been playing steam deck way more. Idk just something about it. It’s an overall pleasurable experience

    • @JonImperial
      @JonImperial  Рік тому +1

      @@nicdubonnet I’m glad to hear you’re loving yours! It’s just so easy to pick up and play! 🙌🏾

  • @obrienpicc92
    @obrienpicc92 Рік тому +1

    Awesome Review Man!

  • @DannyTheMarvel
    @DannyTheMarvel Рік тому +1

    Great video. I subbed. I agree with others who've said you ought to try emulation. It's a breeze. Of course, if that's not your thing, then it's not your thing.

    • @JonImperial
      @JonImperial  Рік тому +1

      I appreciate the sub! 🙏🏾 yeah.. I think once I have a game I WANT to play, I’d be all about it. I’m enjoying the games I got from the Spring Sale. 😊

  • @kaetha1
    @kaetha1 Рік тому +3

    I love my steam deck I take it to work every time I go in! I even bought games I already owned on my Xbox series x and PS5 and even my switch! Definitely worth the bread my wife spent 😂

    • @JonImperial
      @JonImperial  Рік тому

      😂 what accessories do you use with it?

    • @kaetha1
      @kaetha1 Рік тому

      @@JonImperial I just purchased an anker power block, I got a case with a kickstand and an apple tracker and I got a anker plug and cord I didn’t like the plug it came with way too short

  • @tolisvel6885
    @tolisvel6885 Рік тому

    Αναρωτιέμαι αν μπορείς να παίξεις το ace forces joint combat με αυτήν την συσκευή;

    • @JonImperial
      @JonImperial  Рік тому

      I can’t see it on the Steam Store. I’m sure you can Google if there’s a work around it.

  • @Savage.735
    @Savage.735 Рік тому +2

    Nice review 👍

  • @bearsj3
    @bearsj3 Рік тому +1

    i just got my steam deck, i am not really a gamer at all. i mostly play fifa 23 on my xbox which sadly wont work on my deck. so far im really just using my deck as a tablet for watching netflix or steaming sports at this point, it seems most the games i wanted to play arent available. thats okay. i am going to use it when gta 6 comes out and other new games come out on steam. i dont regret the purchase i got it on sale for 387$. so far just have a 256gb sd but planning to get 1 tb sd when i actually play games. i wish this had android play store too or something.

  • @waynegarcia4343
    @waynegarcia4343 Рік тому +1

    Hand held great review ❤️⭐️😊 love my steam deck

    • @JonImperial
      @JonImperial  Рік тому

      I appreciate you watching it! 🙏🏾

  • @drewnes64
    @drewnes64 Рік тому

    I never thought I'd want/need a handheld like this but getting older and having kids definitely has changed that. And now I have the OG and the OLED version and I can stop recommending these to people!

    • @JonImperial
      @JonImperial  Рік тому

      The OLED is sooo nice! Happy to hear you are enjoying yours!

  • @saldjkalskdjasldkja
    @saldjkalskdjasldkja Рік тому +1

    just wait until upscaling becomes top technology, the ability to play games on large screens with good looks may not be too far away.

  • @Me_Caveman
    @Me_Caveman Рік тому +2

    The Steam Deck is where all gaming will move to if batteries and APUs get enough dev progress and you can easily stream to any screen.
    At least before some sort of goggles becomes a thing.

  • @Dzey
    @Dzey Рік тому +1

    Love the Waterfield Pouch but ang Mahal! 😂

  • @joseph-socialist.bsky.social
    @joseph-socialist.bsky.social Рік тому +1

    The Steam deck sure is an amazing piece of tech, I'm kinda like you I don't have time to dedicate to gaming anymore so the Steam Deck is perfect for me since I'm always working.

  • @arefx
    @arefx Рік тому +1

    Steam deck is a must have for every gamer IMO

  • @NikuaRanger
    @NikuaRanger 7 місяців тому +1

    holy damm, Broken Sword, how much i miss you

  • @ritsukil2d
    @ritsukil2d Рік тому +1

    About the case... I like being able to lock my deck in its case. Screw it that its a bit bulky, the fact that I can put a pad lock on it makes all the difference to me. Also its a hard shell case, definitely preferable.

    • @JonImperial
      @JonImperial  Рік тому +1

      The included case is definitely awesome! It’ll be my travel go-to. For around the house, the Waterfield Designs works well for me. 😊

    • @minisithunknown5568
      @minisithunknown5568 Рік тому

      Actually I have a lock on my Linus Tech Tips's backpack. If you really look closely you cane see they are just clips that look like loops with a lock but I am just decreasing theft from glances and I mostly keep my bags guarded. I got the key for the look in case I need to open it in places I do not trust.

    • @HoraDragonChild
      @HoraDragonChild Рік тому +1

      Prefers original case too. And the backpack also being padlocked is a good idea. Double protection.

    • @HoraDragonChild
      @HoraDragonChild Рік тому

      @@minisithunknown5568 i think they meant that having the hard case as added protection inside a backpack is better too. Besides the lock, just having the device loose in someone’s pack could get it all scratched and such.

  • @f2o.f2o
    @f2o.f2o Рік тому

    I have been dying to buy Steam Deck or Jailbroken PS4 for my family to play with.
    I want to buy Steam Deck since I already have Xbox controllers and games on steam, but I'm afraid that it won't be as beautiful as on TV and most PC games don't support split screen if we want to play FPS games together. I thought it's alright since we only play sports games since we love football games which doesn’t need split screen.
    If I buy jailbroken PS4, I won't have to worry about buying games since I can just download it online and all games is optimized for it, but I'm afraid new games will not support it later. Also, my brother want to play online with friends too, but isn't split screen enough?
    I already got the money to buy both, but I got news that our parents car need repair. So, I used all my saving to buy both console on repairing my parents car 😅
    I'm thinking of trying again since I've been dying to play latest games like other people, if not, I don't think I can fulfill my promise to my younger self to play video games as much fun as I want back then.

  • @miloshp7399
    @miloshp7399 Рік тому

    Amazing device. Can't wait to get mine.

    • @JonImperial
      @JonImperial  Рік тому

      Nice! Which one did you order?

    • @miloshp7399
      @miloshp7399 Рік тому

      ​​@@JonImperialBase model 😅 but I think it's fine for my entertainment needs.

  • @dandiaz19934
    @dandiaz19934 Рік тому +1

    I love the part when you said, "the ps5 reignited my love for gaming... to the point that I actually built my first pc" hahahah
    welcome to the PC Master Race 😎🤙

  • @Eskoxo
    @Eskoxo Рік тому

    got myn yesterday and upgraded ssd so far so good as far as tv if you can run ethernet cable there from pc to deck streaming would probably look better.

    • @JonImperial
      @JonImperial  Рік тому

      Did you get the 64gb and upgraded? How much storage? 😊

    • @Eskoxo
      @Eskoxo Рік тому

      @@JonImperial yes got 64Gb then got 256gb samsung ssd on amazon upgraded for $30... but already ran out of space after looking around i found 1tb samsung drive on aliexpress for $75 so will wait 3 weeks for it as here in usa cheapest ones i found are like $120.

  • @Grimgrin666
    @Grimgrin666 Рік тому

    Enjoyed the vid and absolutely agree with ya. Kudos oh and "Handheld"

  • @brayblue46
    @brayblue46 Рік тому +1

    Love that accesories i think i’m gonna chekout that one

  • @Officially_Nada
    @Officially_Nada Рік тому +1

    Shoes in the house!!!!

  • @imthemachelper
    @imthemachelper Рік тому

    Handheld. Great video

  • @randyfiglehorn9192
    @randyfiglehorn9192 11 місяців тому

    I love how you titled this video. Way too many people think the OLED and LED deck are different generations.
    They aren’t. They’re the same device with one utilizing a better battery and screen. Every other “improvement” was so minimal it’s kind of a joke to even mention it.

  • @akashthapa1378
    @akashthapa1378 Рік тому

    For someone who owns a mac and only have a budget to have 1 laptop for at least 5 to 7 years, steam deck is a god send!! The fact that you can't play games on M1 macs it sucks but the idea of playing those games on a hand held gosh!! Valve you son of s gun!

  • @TheTekSone
    @TheTekSone Рік тому

    great video, handheld

  • @Newtrixter
    @Newtrixter Рік тому

    I find using the remote play is fantastic and saves on battery.

    • @JonImperial
      @JonImperial  Рік тому +1

      I'm assuming you are referring to using remote play through Steam on your PC?

    • @Newtrixter
      @Newtrixter Рік тому

      @Jon Imperial Yes exactly 💯

  • @srinivasprasad837
    @srinivasprasad837 Рік тому +1

    Great video 👍

  • @cyaneamusic.
    @cyaneamusic. Рік тому +1

    love seeing 40hz mode. its more relevant than it sounds. :)

  • @DmnTech
    @DmnTech Рік тому +2

    That’s looks allot like the best buy in Alaska lol also I too love my steam deck I play mostly ps2 and some eso Skyrim here and there

  • @MrWanted000
    @MrWanted000 Рік тому +2

    My problem is that 75% of my games are from other store such epic store

    • @JonImperial
      @JonImperial  Рік тому

      I am not speaking from experience when I say this, but I think there's a workaround for it! 😊

    • @coryvallad7578
      @coryvallad7578 Рік тому

      There is other launches you can use that let you use your epic games. The only game that you can play is fortnite but you literally can just boot windows and play it on that too. It's essentially still a PC you can do whatever you want to it

    • @musicman3569
      @musicman3569 Рік тому +1

      I use Heroic Launcher and have not had any issues so far with both GOG and Epic games (other than 1 game that didn't seem to want to run). The nice thing is that you can then add those games into steam as non-steam games so they show up in the default UI in your library.

    • @MrWanted000
      @MrWanted000 Рік тому

      ​@@coryvallad7578 didn't know that!! I thought it only boot steam games, thx for letting me know that

    • @MrWanted000
      @MrWanted000 Рік тому

      @@musicman3569 thx, i didn't know that, ill look into it. thx a lot