High-End Steam Deck Model Reportedly Has A Cracking Issue, Say Owners
- Limited Edition Steam Deck OLED experiences cracking issues due to tight screws and plastic shell.
- Top 10 most-played games on Steam Deck for November 2023 released.
- Steam Deck's success since 2022 launch, with upgraded versions in 2023.
- Multiple reports of cracking issues on Reddit for Limited Edition OLED Steam Deck.
- Users share experiences and express disappointment over quality issues on subreddit.
Issues Arise with Limited Edition Steam Deck OLED
The Limited Edition Steam Deck OLED, which retailed at nearly $700, was released in November 2023. This high-end model included all the features of the standard OLED Deck, along with a unique translucent plastic shell. However, this exclusive variant appears to be experiencing problems with cracking due to overly tight screws and potential issues with the special plastic used for its transparent shell.
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Steam Deck's Success Story
Since its launch in 2022, Valve's portable PC, the Steam Deck, has been a great success for the company, ushering in a new era of portable, Switch-like PC devices. In late 2023, to stay ahead of the competition, Valve released the Steam Deck OLED, an upgraded version of the device with an enhanced screen, increased storage, and improved battery life. Alongside this, Valve also released a limited edition upgraded version of the OLED Deck, priced at $680, with additional decorative touches such as colored vents and a transparent shell.
Cracking Issue with Limited Edition OLED Steam Deck
However, this most expensive version of the device seems to be susceptible to cracking, according to multiple reports on Reddit.
Users Share Their Experiences
On the Steam Deck subreddit, numerous owners have shared photos and stories of discovering tiny cracks in the back of their new Limited Edition OLED Steam Decks. The cracks are usually found near the screws on the back of the device.
User Complaints
"I woke up this morning to an unfortunate surprise," posted one user. "The plastic shell next to the vent cracked and now the section near the SD card slot is wobbly. I’ve never dropped my deck and I always store it in the provided case when not in use. I’m hoping it’s not a quality issue with the translucent shell material."
Other users have reported similar experiences, with several finding similar cracks in their Limited Edition Decks.
Community Reactions
Community reaction has been strong, with one user expressing their disappointment, "Wow. I have these cracks too it turns out. That is some bullshit right there," they wrote. Another user shared, "I checked mine and it happened to me as well. Oh no."
Exploring the subreddit reveals numerous posts and comments from users who have inspected their LE OLED Steam Decks and discovered tiny cracks on the back.
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