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00:00:00 – 00:10:39
In this video, Nick offers a comprehensive tutorial on installing and using Spotify and Discord on a Steam Deck, a handheld gaming console, without compromising game performance. He begins by switching the Steam Deck to desktop mode to facilitate the installation of both applications from the Discover store. Nick explains how to add these apps to the desktop and ensures users log in via desktop mode for optimal functionality.
The video then details how these applications can run in the background during gameplay, providing a smooth user experience through either onboard speakers or Bluetooth headsets. Nick also addresses adding these services as non-Steam games in the library for those who can't see them otherwise and verifies their operation using a track from Resident Evil 4.
Through various demonstrations, Nick shows the seamless multitasking capabilities of the Steam Deck, exemplified by running "Doom Eternal" alongside Spotify and Discord without performance hiccups. He notes that while less demanding games run smoothly, resource-intensive games like "Spider-Man Marvel" may encounter issues.
Finally, Nick thanks his audience for their overwhelming support and invites feedback for future content, emphasizing his commitment to addressing viewer inquiries and ideas.
00:00:00
In this part of the video, Nick provides a quick tutorial on how to install and use Spotify and Discord on a Steam Deck without affecting game performance. He begins by explaining how to switch the Steam Deck to desktop mode via the power menu. After entering desktop mode, he navigates to the Discover store, uses the search bar to find Spotify, and guides through the installation process. Nick also shows how to add Spotify to the desktop for easy access.
He then repeats the same steps to install Discord: searching for it in the Discover store, installing it, and adding it to the desktop. He emphasizes the importance of logging into both Spotify and Discord while in desktop mode to ensure they function correctly. Finally, Nick demonstrates accessing the full desktop version of Discord, highlighting its features and ease of use.
00:03:00
In this part of the video, the speaker explains how to use Discord and Spotify on a Steam Deck. They clarify that both apps can run in the background during gameplay, with audio output available through onboard speakers or Bluetooth headsets. For users who don’t see Discord and Spotify in their Steam library, the solution is to add them as non-Steam games via the desktop mode. The speaker provides a step-by-step guide on doing this, ensuring the apps appear in the library under a new section called “non-steam.” They demonstrate launching Spotify, configuring controller settings for optimal use, and verifying that music can play in the background while gaming by using an example track from Resident Evil 4.
00:06:00
In this part of the video, the narrator demonstrates playing music through Spotify while engaging in a game on the Steam Deck. They first ensure the creepy background music is swapped for a more suitable track, then proceed to play “Doom Eternal.” The narrator highlights that not all games will run smoothly with other programs like Spotify or Discord running in the background, especially more demanding games like “Spider-Man Marvel.” However, “Doom Eternal” runs at 60 frames per second without issues while Spotify plays music. They show how easy it is to switch between the game and Spotify to change tracks and discuss multitasking capabilities similar to a desktop PC. Additionally, they test running Discord along with Spotify and “Doom Eternal,” confirming successful multitasking between all three applications.
00:09:00
In this part of the video, the presenter demonstrates running Spotify, Discord, and the game Doom Eternal simultaneously on a Steam Deck without any performance issues. They express gratitude for the overwhelming support on their first video, which garnered nearly 7,000 views in 48 hours. The presenter invites viewers to leave comments with questions or video ideas, promising to address them and give shout-outs in future videos. They thank the audience for their support and encourage subscribing to stay updated.