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A new Steam Deck Beta Client update was released that fixes a few issues here and there. Steam will now detect and notify if an Xbox controller is paired with Bluetooth is using older firmware versions that won't work with the Deck, the Screen Reader's "Stop Talking" button has moved, and group chat messages can be directly reported in the chat window. We also have a small fix for Remote Play when you are unable to move the mouse to another monitor when using touch controls.

You can download the update yourself in the System Settings on the Steam Deck. Make sure your update channel is set to Beta or Preview.

Steam Deck Beta Client 12/16/25 Update Changelog:

General

  • On the Bluetooth settings screen, we will now detect and notify the player when trying to pair/connect an Xbox controller with older firmware versions that cannot properly connect to Steam Deck. To fix these issues you must connect the controller to a Windows PC and update the firmware via the Xbox Accessories App.

Accessibility

  • Moved the Screen Reader's "Stop Talking" button to X so that external gamepads can still open the Quick Access Menu with Guide button + their equivalent of A button

Friends & Chat

  • Suspicious or harassing group chat messages can be reported directly in the chat window by selecting the message and pressing 'Options'. You can optionally block and/or unfriend the other user while submitting the report.

Remote Play

  • Fixed being unable to move the mouse to another monitor when using touch controls on the Steam Link app.

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Noah Kupetsky
A lover of gaming since 4, Noah has grown up with a love and passion for the industry. From there, he started to travel a lot and develop a joy for handheld and PC gaming. When the Steam Deck released, it just all clicked.
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