While it has more competition than it did when it launched in 2022, the Steam Deck remains the top handheld gaming device.

The best reviewed game of 2025 so far is rated "playable" on Steam Deck, and it releases very soon for players to enjoy.

Steam Deck dominates handheld gaming in 2025, but with the Switch 2 on the horizon, gamers are torn between power-packed PC play and Nintendo exclusives.