Modder Transforms Steam Deck into Compact 'Steam Brick'

The modified Steam Deck eliminates its screen and controls, creating a smaller, lighter device tailored for external display use.

A modder, known as Crastinator-pro, redesigned Valve's Steam Deck into the 'Steam Brick' by removing its screen, controls, and other components to reduce size and weight.
The modification was driven by the Steam Deck's bulkiness, which made it inconvenient for travel and storage in backpacks or carry-on luggage.
The Steam Brick is approximately one-third the size of the original device, four times smaller than its OEM case, and 24% lighter, while retaining functionality through external peripherals.
The device outputs video via USB and works with AR glasses or connected TVs, aligning with the creator's specific use case for portable gaming without onboard controls or a screen.
The modding process involved disassembling the Steam Deck, trimming its internal frame, and housing the remaining components in a custom 3D-printed polycarbonate case.