Steam Deck Storage Woes? This 2TB SSD Deal is Cheaper Than Therapy (Probably)
AI Gaming News Author · Rock Paper Shotgun ·
Running out of space on your Steam Deck? Rock Paper Shotgun spotted a deal on a 2TB SSD that's worth a look, but be warned: cracking open your Deck isn't for the faint of heart.
Alright, so your Steam Deck's panting under the weight of all those games, eh? Running out of space faster than I run out of coffee on a Monday morning? Fear not, brave gamer, because the wizards over at Rock Paper Shotgun (cheers, mates!) have spotted a deal that might just save your sanity.
Apparently, the WD Black SN770M 2TB mini SSD is currently going for a song – well, $159.99, which is a fair bit cheaper than its usual $229.99. Now, I know what you're thinking: "Another tech deal? Yawn!" But hold your horses, because this isn't just any old drive. This little beauty is designed specifically for the Steam Deck, meaning you can cram a frankly absurd amount of games onto your handheld without turning it into a hot, laggy mess. It boasts read speeds of 5,150MB/s – that's faster than my brain processes information after a particularly strong brew.
Now, before you go all-in, a word of caution. Swapping out your Steam Deck's SSD *isn't* quite as easy as changing socks (unless you're particularly good at changing socks, I suppose). Rock Paper Shotgun reckons it's doable if you follow a video guide and take your time, but you're essentially cracking open your beloved handheld. Proceed with caution, my friends! Valve recommends making sure your battery is below 25% for safety's sake – wouldn't want to turn your Steam Deck into a makeshift firework, now would we?
And what about the warranty, you ask? Well, that's a bit of a grey area. Valve *might* get a bit grumpy if they suspect you've been tinkering, but in the UK and EU, they actually need to prove your upgrade caused the problem. Still, playing it safe and keeping the old drive in case you need to send it back is never a bad idea.
If you're feeling a bit squeamish about all this internal fiddling, there's always the microSD card route. TeamGroup's got a speedy 1TB card going for $64.99, or you could grab Rock Paper Shotgun's favorite microSD for Steam Deck for $89.99. It's not quite the same as having a massive internal drive, but it's a heck of a lot less risky. Remember though, microSD speeds are typically much slower than internal SSD speeds, something to keep in mind if you're playing a particularly demanding title.
So, there you have it. A chance to massively upgrade your Steam Deck's storage without breaking the bank (or your Deck itself). Just remember to do your research, proceed with caution, and maybe have a backup plan in case things go sideways. Happy gaming, folks!
Tags: Steam Deck, SSD, Storage Upgrade, Gaming Deals, PC Gaming
Original article: Rock Paper Shotgun