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Nvidia Launches Native GeForce Now App for Steam Deck

Replacing browser workarounds, Nvidia’s new GeForce Now app simplifies cloud gaming setup on Steam Deck.

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Valve Steam Deck with GeForce Now app overlaid on screen.
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Overview

  • Nvidia’s native app is now available for download, streamlining installation and replacing the previous browser-based workaround.
  • Streaming through the app cuts power draw by up to 50%, extending Steam Deck battery life from roughly two hours of native play to four or more.
  • Premium subscribers gain 4K60 FPS streaming on TVs and HDR10 support on Steam Deck OLED models, plus DLSS 4 upscaling and Nvidia Reflex latency reduction.
  • The app unifies access to game libraries across Steam, Xbox Game Pass and Epic Games Store in a single interface.
  • Nvidia plans future updates including potential 90 FPS streaming support and ongoing expansions to its game library.