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Steam now shows average Steam Deck framerates when browsing games, but Valve says it's considering expanding the feature to other hardware
Eurogamer.net • • technology
Key Points:
- Valve has updated Steam to include average framerate data for games on the Steam Deck, visible in the Steam Deck Compatibility section of a game's store page after clicking "Learn More."
- This feature applies only to games tested for Deck compatibility, covering titles with Verified, Playable, or Unsupported badges, and is based on data from players who opt in to share framerate information.
- The update also introduces a histogram showing the distribution of reported framerates, helping users assess whether performance is stable or affected by stutters.
- Valve emphasizes that framerate data provides a more nuanced view of game performance on the Steam Deck, complementing compatibility ratings which may not align with every player's performance expectations.
- Currently limited to the Steam Deck due to its standardized hardware, Valve plans to expand framerate data to other devices in the future, though it remains uncertain if this will include desktop PCs.
