Valve Considers Limiting Steam Deck Battery Replacements
Originally published Jul 15, 2026
By Jess Kinghorn · PC Gamer
AI-generated summary based on PC Gamer · Aggregated by GamingCurve · Human-reviewed and approved on Jul 15, 2026
Key points
- Valve may limit third-party battery replacement services
- Aftermarket battery replacements might no longer be supported
- Users may face fewer repair options for their Steam Deck
Valve is reportedly considering phasing out support for aftermarket battery replacements on the LCD version of the Steam Deck, leaving users with limited options if they need to replace their batteries. This move could impact user satisfaction and longevity concerns.
Read the original story: PC Gamer — by Jess Kinghorn