Valve’s recent expansion of its Steam Deck startup movie collection hasn’t been highly publicized, but we noticed the addition of three new items in the Points Shop. While the addition of new startup movies for God of War: Ragnarok, Harry Potter: Quidditch Champions, and The Last of Us Part 1 offers a personalized touch to the console’s experience, some users have expressed concerns about the quality and availability of (previously exclusive) PlayStation game ports on the Steam Deck.

That being said, we tested God of War Ragnarok on Steam Deck and it runs surprisingly well, though it does take up a massive amount of space if you plan on playing it on your handheld.

How to access the Steam Deck Points Shop

In order to purchase these startup movies, you’ll need to visit the Points Shop. Steam Deck users can follow these steps to find it:

• Tap the Steam button on your Steam Deck
• Go to Settings
• Scroll down and tap Customization on the left panel
• Select ‘Visit the Points Shop’

Each startup movie can be purchased for 3,000 Steam Points. Users can earn Steam Points by purchasing games on the Steam store, with 100 points awarded for every dollar spent. This translates to $30 spent on your account enabling a purchase of one of these customizable startup movies.

One significant criticism surrounding this drop has been directed towards the performance of The Last of Us Part 1 on the Steam Deck. Many users have reported encountering various technical issues and performance problems since its launch, leading to a less-than-ideal gaming experience. This has raised questions about the compatibility and optimization of some PlayStation game ports on the platform – and the release of the startup movie has only left more fans confused. However, it is worth pointing out that The Last of Us Part 1 has managed to achieve a verified status, despite some performance issues.

Are startup movies worth it?

The startup movies may seem like a slightly odd addition to the console, with some fans feeling unsure about what to do with them. Some have even stated that they only purchase them due to their sheer amount of disposable Steam Deck points, while others stated that they “neither enhance functionality nor offer efficiency”.

It is worth noting that these startup movies are incredibly brief. Both God of War Ragnarok and The Last of Us Part 1’s movie clips are only eight seconds in length, while the Harry Potter movie lasts only a mere four seconds.

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