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The original was posted on /r/steamdeck by /u/fonduehike on 2024-11-21 18:01:59+00:00.

I got my Steam Deck OLED exactly one year ago and just completed game number 16. So here’s a rundown with a score (how fun was the playthrough?) for each game:

#01 - Limbo (2010) -

Limbo is the first game I played on the Deck and it’s great. Cool 2d platforming, clever puzzles, smooth learning curve, unique atmosphere, amazing art style. A wonderfully dark experience.

Rating: 8/10. Runs perfectly out of the box. Highly recommended.

Pro tip: If you like this game, play Inside as well, same dev and also great.

#02 - Stray (2022) -

Stray was kind of fun but also kind of not. Clunky controls, boring story, lame music. There are some cool ideas in this game though, and you play as a cat! So yeah, mixed feelings on this one.

Rating: 6/10. Plays mostly smooth on Deck, a few fps dips, but it’s fine.

Pro tip: Don’t rush, Stray is short. You might even find some Easter eggs.

#03 - Elden Ring (2022, base game) -

My second playthrough (first on Xbox) for DLC preparation. I love the first 2/3 of this game and dislike the last 1/3. Not my favorite Fromsoft game but still a cool experience.

Rating: 7/10. ER is mostly fun and runs well on Deck, too bad the endgame sucks.

Pro tip: When you enter Limgrave and see the dude on the horse, say hello. Such a nice guy.

#04 - Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown (2024) -

I bought the Switch version before the game was on Steam and then emulated it on the Deck. Amazing Metroidvania. Super smooth gameplay and platforming, cool boss battles, varied combat.

Rating: 8/10. I’m not a fan of Ubisoft, but Ubisoft Montpellier always delivers.

Pro tip: Use your memory tokens! Such a great feature, every Metroidvania should have it.

#05 - What Remains of Edith Finch (2017) -

This game is only about 2.5 hours long, but I loved every second of it. The atmosphere, the voice acting, the creativity, the story, the emotions. Best five dollars I’ve spent in a long time.

Rating: 9/10. A work of art. This is a game I will never forget. Buy this!

Pro tip: Don’t play this game when you’re sad or depressed.

#06 - Superhot (2016) -

A shooter with a twist: Time only moves when you move. I’ve never been a big FPS player, but this is brilliant. Fantastic art style and gameplay loop, some really cool ideas and I even liked the story.

Rating: 9/10. It’s short but made me feel like a badass.

Pro tip: Throwing things is OP in Superhot and saved my life several times. Do it often!

#07 - Portal (2007) -

What can I say about Portal that hasn’t already been said? It’s so damn good. I’m terrible at 3D puzzlers, but Portal was so much fun. My only complaint is that it’s too short.

Rating: 10/10. That’s it. Quit now and cake will be served immediately.

Pro tip: If you become light-headed from thirst, feel free to pass out.

#08 - Manifold Garden (2019) -

So I read some reviews after completing the game and everyone says the puzzles are easy. Lol for me it was a huge challenge and the biggest mindfuck ever. It took me nine hours to finish.

Rating: 8/10. Such a unique game. I can’t believe I managed to complete this. Yay!

Pro tip: May cause nausea, so better stay away if you have motion sickness.

#09 - Slay the Spire (2019) -

Is it really possible to stop playing Slay the Spire? Well, my goal was to complete an Ironclad a20 run, which I did, then I moved on. My first ever deck builder. So damn addictive, so damn good.

Rating: 9/10. One more try. Just one more…

Pro tip: Study the map, plan your route wisely and take as many elite fights as you can.

#10 - The Stanley Parable (2013) -

I bought The Stanley Parable when it came out and rediscovered it on the Deck ten years later. This game is special, something different, it has over 40 endings. Surprising and hilarious.

Rating: 8/10. The Stanley Parable still feels fresh and relevant.

Pro tip: Run the game, then wait five years before opening it again and you’ll get an achievement.

#11 - Jusant (2023) -

Jusant is a relaxing climbing game with beautiful visuals and a similar vibe to Journey. It did not sell well, which forced Don’t Nod to pause two unannounced games in development.

Rating: 7/10. The game is short and the storytelling could be better, but I enjoyed it.

Pro tip: If you don’t know how to trigger the climbing in the last chapter, google it. Not obvious at all.

#12 - Balatro (2024) -

A poker roguelike. I think the balancing is not as good as in Slay the Spire, but I prefer the gameplay loop. My goal was to complete a gold stake run with the plasma deck. Eventually, I succeeded.

Rating: 9/10. Play this and Slay the Spire and say goodbye to your social life. Totally worth it.

Pro tip: Don’t forget to sort your cards and jokers, xmult should always be on the right.

#13 - Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice (2019) -

Sekiro is my favorite game ever. No other game feels this good and no other game can match the satisfaction you get from beating the game’s bosses. Nothing compares.

Rating: 10/10. Absolute masterpiece.

Pro tip: Don’t focus too much on the skill tree, all you need is deflect, attack and mikiri.

#14 - Demon’s Souls (2009)

I emulated the PS3 version. The game runs well enough and I like it just as much as Elden Ring. Not a fan of the world tendency mechanic, but other than that I really enjoyed this.

Rating: 7/10. The game that started the souls genre, still relevant today.

Pro tip: Play the original Tower of Latria level instead of the remake. Scariest shit ever.

#15 - Inscryption (2021) -

A friend recommended this to me: “Don’t read anything about it and go in blind!” So that’s what I did and it was totally worth it. Cool mix of deck building, horror and roguelike.

Rating: 7/10. Act 1 is among the best gaming experiences I’ve had this year.

Pro tip: Don’t forget to use your items and experiment.

#16 - Oxenfree (2016) -

Simple gameplay, well-thought-out characters. I like the teen drama and I like the dialogue system. Also, your decisions seem to matter, so this game has solid replay value.

Rating: 7/10. Do not buy this if you dislike slow games that require some patience.

Pro tip: Afaik it’s free if you have a Netflix subscription. Get it!

So what’s next? I don’t know yet… there are over 50 games in my Steam backlog. I’ll probably go for Oxenfree 2 or Afterparty first. And then maybe Chants of Sennaar, Elden Ring DLC, Cyberpunk, Disco Elysium, Nine Sols, Portal 2 or Resonance. So much choice…