A new stable Steam-Client (08.05.2026) has been released for Linux Desktop and the Steam Deck. Changelog Linux/Desktop client:

Steam Client Update - May 8th A new Steam client has been released and will be automatically downloaded. General Fixed a case where the Steam Controller firmware update dialog could reopen after a successful update Fixed streamable games showing when “Ready to Play should include Streamable games” is toggled off Fixed occasional cursor corruption while streaming on Windows Added setting to enable or disable controller battery notifications. Steam Input Fixed an issue where config selections could fail to save for the new Steam Controller Fixed compatibility issues in games when a Steam Controller is docked to the charging puck Fixed a localization bug in the Configuration browser screen Updated Steam Controller firmware to fix a bug that caused some left trackpads to have issues registering touches on the left side of the pad when connected wirelessly Added Grip Sensor settings: Steam->Settings->Controller->Details->Calibration & Advanced Settings->Grip Sensors

Changelog Steam Deck Client client:

Steam Deck Client Update: May 8th We have just shipped an updated Steam Deck Client to the Stable channel. General Fixed a case where the Steam Controller firmware update dialog could reopen after a successful update Fixed streamable games showing when “Ready to Play should include Streamable games” is toggled off Steam Input Fixed an issue where config selections could fail to save for the new Steam Controller Fixed compatibility issues in games when a Steam Controller is docked to the charging puck Fixed a localization bug in the Configuration browser screen Updated Steam Controller firmware to fix a bug that caused some left trackpads to have issues registering touches on the left side of the pad when connected wirelessly Added Grip Sensor settings: Steam->Settings->Controller->Details->Calibration & Advanced Settings->Grip Sensors