Valve’s upcoming handheld gaming device, the Steam Deck, runs on a customized version of the Linux operating system called SteamOS. While SteamOS is designed to be user-friendly, it’s always possible that things can go wrong and the system may become corrupted or unresponsive. In this article, we will guide you through the steps to restore SteamOS on the Steam Deck using Valve’s recovery image.

Step 1: Download Valve’s Recovery Image

The first step is to download the recovery image from Valve’s website. You will need a USB drive with at least 8GB of space and a tool to write the image to the USB drive like Rufus. Once you have these, follow the steps below to download the recovery image:

1. Navigate to Valve’s Steam Deck support page.
2. Scroll down to the “Downloads” section and click on “Steam Deck recovery image”.
3. Select your language and download the image file to your computer.

Step 2: Create a Bootable USB Drive

Now that you have downloaded the recovery image, you need to create a bootable USB drive to use it on your Steam Deck. To create a bootable USB drive, follow the steps below:

1. Insert the USB drive into your computer.
2. Download and install Rufus, a free tool for creating bootable USB drives.
3. Launch Rufus and select the USB drive you want to use.
4. Under “Create a bootable disk using”, select “DD Image”.
5. Click on the “Select” button and browse to the location where you saved the recovery image file.
6. Click “Start” to begin creating the bootable USB drive. This process may take a few minutes.

Step 3: Restore the Steam Deck

With the bootable USB drive ready, it’s time to restore the Steam Deck. Follow the steps below to restore the Steam Deck:

1. Power off your Steam Deck.
2. Insert the bootable USB drive into the USB-C port on the bottom of the device.
3. Press and hold the power button on the Steam Deck until the Valve logo appears.
4. Release the power button and the Steam Deck will boot from the USB drive.
5. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the restoration process.

Note: Keep in mind that restoring the Steam Deck with the recovery image will erase all your data and settings. Ensure that you have backed up your data before proceeding.

Conclusion:

In conclusion, restoring SteamOS on the Steam Deck using Valve’s recovery image is an easy process as long as you follow the steps outlined in this article. If you encounter any issues during the process, you can visit Steam Deck’s support page for further assistance. Remember to always backup your data to avoid losing it during the restoration process.