Upon the release of theSteam Deck, playing Steam games on the go became a possibility. Various games available on Steam such as the GTA trilogy and evenElden Ringcould now be enjoyed wherever the device could be taken. Additionally, modding games is possible as well, withMinecraftbeing the most notable.
TheSteam Deckis not strictly limited to Steam games because of its “desktop mode,” which means the device can be operated similarly to a computer. This is possible because the device uses Linux as an operating system. Through certain steps, fans ofMinecraftshould know that modding is incredibly easy using desktop mode on the Steam Deck.
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Modding Minecraft Made Easy
Minecraftis not only famous for its blocky aesthetic and relaxing gameplay, but its huge modding community that have consistently provided new content for the game for over a decade. Mods have a precedent of keeping games alive and active, with another example beingSkyrim. TheSteam Deck’s desktop modeallows players to directly edit game files, which allows for games to be modded. ForMinecraftspecifically, this process includes the use of third-party apps such as PolyMC, which can directly download modded content intoMinecraft. The chosen mods and shaders can be added at the tap of a button once the system has been set up.
Because ofMinecraft’s sandbox nature, modding the game allows for player to essentially turn it into whatever kind of game they would like. It could have stronger emphasis on survival mechanics, turn it into a zombie-infested survival game, or make it heavy on technology-focused mods to create an industrial experience. In the past, this has mostly been limited to PC versions ofMinecraft, as it is more difficult to mod their mobile and console counterparts. TheSteam Deck also offers high performancefor many games, allowing for moddedMinecraftto be enjoyed at a solid 60 frames per second.
WhileMinecraftfor mobile devices may already be available, it does not offer the same experience as the Steam Deck. Mobile devices have access to add-ons, but the process is a bit more complicated and only the bedrock edition is available to be modded. Fans of mods should give the Steam Deck a look when it comes to experiencing a modded Java edition ofMinecraftwhile on the go. Unlike bedrock edition, the Java edition has a wider range of mods to work with and all of them are available for free. It also should be noted that the Steam Deck has access to bothJava and bedrock editions.
Shaders are a type of visual mod players can install to giveMinecraft anew, refreshing look.Shaders for Minecraftcan vary from adding realistic, natural lighting to giving the game cel shaded look, similar to theBorderlandsfranchise. They are commonly used to not only compliment the look ofMinecraft, but to even fit certain aesthetics for a variety of modpacks. Similar to conventional mods, there are a wider ranger of options to choose from on Java edition, which is another added benefit of moddingMinecraftvia the Steam Deck. Through a couple of steps, players can choose between and easily install various shaders to give the game distinctive looks that can breathe new life into a world.
Fans that primarily playMinecraftwith mods should definitely consider giving the Steam Deck a look. TheSteam Deck’s compatibilitymakes for a great opportunity. Being able to play both the Java and bedrock additions ofMinecraftwith mods makes it a prime choice for on the go modded gaming.
Minecraftis available now for Mobile PC, PS4, Switch, and Xbox One.
