The Steam Deck is an excellent portable gaming device that lets you play your favorite games on-the-go. But what if you want to connect it to your PC to play games that aren’t available on Steam? In this article, we’ll guide you through the process of connecting your Steam Deck to a PC.

Before you can connect your Steam Deck to a PC, you’ll need the following:

– A PC with a USB Type-C port

– A USB Type-C to Type-C cable or a USB Type-C to Type-A cable with an OTG adapter (included in the Steam Deck box)

– Steam installed on your PC

– A compatible game controller (optional)

Step 1: Turn on your Steam Deck and enable USB connectivity

The first thing you need to do is turn on your Steam Deck and enable USB connectivity. To do this, go to Settings > System > Console tab and enable the “USB Debugging” option. This will allow your Steam Deck to connect to your PC via USB.

Step 2: Connect your Steam Deck to your PC

Next, connect your Steam Deck to your PC using the USB Type-C to Type-C cable or the USB Type-C to Type-A cable with the OTG adapter. Make sure both ends of the cable are securely connected.

Step 3: Launch Steam on your PC

Launch Steam on your PC and log in to your account. Make sure your PC is connected to the internet so that Steam can sync your library with your Steam Deck.

Step 4: Enable Remote Play

On your PC, go to Settings > Remote Play and enable the “Enable Remote Play” option. This will allow your Steam Deck to connect to your PC and stream games.

Step 5: Pair your game controller (optional)

If you’re using a game controller with your Steam Deck, you’ll need to pair it with your PC. To do this, go to Settings > Controller > General Controller Settings and enable the “PS4/Xbox Configuration Support” option. Then, connect your controller to your PC and it should automatically pair with Steam.

Step 6: Start playing!

Once your Steam Deck is connected to your PC and your game controller is paired, you’re ready to start playing! Simply select a game from your Steam library and click on the “Play” button. The game will start streaming to your Steam Deck and you can play it as if you’re playing it on your PC.

In conclusion, connecting your Steam Deck to a PC is easy and straightforward. By following the steps above, you’ll be able to play your favorite PC games on-the-go using your Steam Deck. Happy gaming!