SavvyWolf

If you’re worried about Steam, you can always use the flatpak version of Steam. It runs it in a sandbox, so it doesn’t have complete access to all your files, although it can still do a bit of telemetry (which is unavoidable really, as you need to download files from Steam’s servers).

I think we should have an AI tag, and “not AI” should be the default (otherwise we add “non-” versions of every tag and post titles are a list of what something isn’t instead of what it is).

Imo, a lot of the tools here have a high security requirement. Either because they handle personal/private information and/or are exposed to the public internet. AI use is a red flag to me that the developer hasn’t properly considered all the security implications of their product.

Fuck genAI.

They need to actually be really careful with that - Gamepass is I think one of the main things keeping gamers on Windows. Fuck up gamepass during the Gabecube’s release and people may start seriously wondering why they put up with Windows.

https://www.ifixit.com/Guide/Steam+Deck+Battery+Replacement/149070

Looks like replacing the battery of a Steam Deck is possible but an experience. Not sure how it compares to other handhelds though.

How much have you already got working? This seems like a huge project, especially just for one person.

What is your policy on AI generated content as part of the development? Both for art and code? No need to destroy the real environment for a virtual one, and AI code in a secure environment is a no-no for me.

I’d also like to advise caution about having every change put to a community vote. Only the most enfranchised players will actually get involved in the process, and may make changes that hurt newer players. Players tend also to be really bad at identifying solutions to problems in general.

Valve literally released hardware and said “hey, competitors, feel free to add your own stores and even OS”. None of their competitors even bothered to try.

Valve doesn’t need to resort to underhanded tactics to secure their monopoly like other monopolies. They just know that they provide a good service.

I found Hades hard to beat. Yes, there’s meta progression and item combos that make it easier, but the game requires a level of mechanical skill to beat.

Don’t feel discouraged; focus on how you’re improving as you feel more comfortable with your movement.

Looks like it’ll functionally just be a standard Windows PC with mass produced hardware (and thus specs can be tailored for by gamedevs). It makes sense as a thing to do and I’m surprised they haven’t done it already.

Does Windows have a controller interface yet?