SteamOS 3.5 preview exams VRR, HDR, and enhancements for Starfield on Steam Deck

Valve’s subsequent main SteamOS replace brings some important new show settings in addition to some new efficiency enhancements to Steam Deck. You possibly can learn all in regards to the SteamOS 3.5 replace in a weblog publish on the Steam web site.

Two main new options are assist for variable refresh charges (VRR) and HDR for those who’re utilizing your Steam Deck with supported {hardware}. Valve says that HDR could be enabled in case you have a suitable show whereas VRR could be enabled in case you have a suitable USB-C adapter. The corporate has additionally modified the Steam Deck’s default colour rendering to “emulate the sRGB colour gamut,” which Valve says will lead to “a barely hotter and extra vibrant colour look.” If you happen to don’t just like the change, Valve has additionally added settings that allow you to tweak the show’s colour vibrancy and colour temperature.

There are some welcome modifications that aren’t associated to show settings, too. The replace contains “up to date graphics drivers, with many efficiency and performance enhancements.” Valve says the replace brings “improved efficiency for Starfield;” Bethesda’s glorious house RPG isn’t verified for Steam Deck, however that hasn’t stopped individuals from enjoying the sport on the hand-held gaming PC anyway.

Valve additionally guarantees that the brand new replace provides “barely improved sleep resume velocity.” Each second helps!

If you wish to attempt the SteamOS 3.5 preview, go to Settings > System > System Replace Channel > Preview. If the preview is just too unstable for you, you’ll be able to at all times swap again to the Steady channel.