Steam Deck Beta Update Lets Users Quickly Find Games That Run Great on Their Machine

Valve has released a new Steam Deck beta client update that introduces a "Great on Machine" section to the Steam Machine game library, helping players identify titles that perform well on their specific hardware. The feature appears in the library view, offering a curated filter for compatible games.

"adds a 'Great on Machine' section to your Steam Machine libraries."

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According to Steam Deck HQ, the update is part of ongoing tweaks to the SteamOS interface, with the new section designed to surface games that have been verified or optimized for the user's device. The change is purely organizational, not altering how games are rated.

"Valve adds a 'Great on Machine' section to the Steam Machine library"

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gamingonlinux.com also reported the addition, emphasizing that it applies to the broader Steam Machine ecosystem, not just the Steam Deck. This suggests Valve is quietly refining the library experience for all SteamOS-based devices, though the beta client is typically tested on Steam Deck first.

The update aligns with Valve's recent push to improve discoverability of compatible software. By grouping well-performing games together, the company reduces the guesswork for users looking to avoid titles that might run poorly on their system. No other changes to the beta client were highlighted in either report.