How to Force a Game to Start on your Steam Deck (Easy Method)
8To force a game to start on your Steam Deck, you can try the following steps:
Check Compatibility:
Go to your Steam Library.
Right-click the game you want to force start and select Properties.
Navigate to the Compatibility tab.
Check the box for Force the use of a specific Steam Play compatibility tool.
Select the Proton version that works best with your game. Proton Experimental is often a good choice for the latest updates1.
Clear Controller Layout:
If your game isn’t recognizing the Steam Deck controls, you can try clearing the selected controller layout:
Close the game.
Click on the gear icon for the game.
Scroll to Developer and click Clear Selected Controller Layout.
Go to Properties and ensure the compatibility tool is set2.
Restart the Steam Deck:
Sometimes a simple restart can resolve issues. Hold down the power button for 10 seconds to force a restart3.
Switch to Desktop Mode:
If the game requires Desktop Mode, you can switch to it manually:
Hold down the power button and select Switch to Desktop Mode.
Start the game from the desktop interface4.
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