A new Microsoft Edge for Linux beta now permits the browser to run Xbox Cloud Gaming and stream Game Pass games on Steam Deck.
In a new article published on the official Microsoft support site (thanks, PC Gamer), Microsoft has advice and “step-by-step instructions” for “Steam Deck device owners interested in getting Xbox Cloud Gaming (Beta) and Microsoft Edge installed and set up on your device”.
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As for what you’ll need? Microsoft says “we recommended you have a mouse and keyboard connected to your Steam Deck for setup. Alternatively, you can use STEAM+X to bring up the touch keyboard along with the touch display or trackpads”.
This is in addition to the “verified” Xbox studio games currently available to play on Steam Deck. “Verified” Xbox games include Double Fine’s Psychonauts 2, Ninja Theory’s Hellbade: Senua’s Sacrifice, Battletoads and Max: The Curse of Brotherhood. Bethesda-published games such as Deathloop, The Evil Within, Fallout Shelter, and Prey also make the cut.