With handheld gaming on the rise and new handheld devices entering the market to give the Steam Deck some serious competition, it’s clear that the portable gaming scene is only going to get bigger. But you clicked on this guide because you’re having trouble with Decky not showing up on your Steam Deck. So, how can you fix this issue? That’s exactly what we’ll be diving into! So, stick around until the end to find out!
Decky Loader lets you fiddle around with various plugins, themes, and tweaks. For many Deck owners, Decky is just another part of the device and they rely on its features to tweak and improve their gaming experience. Now, whether due to a software conflict, installation issue, or something else entirely, without the Decky, you may be feeling stuck with no access to your favorite plugins. Don’t worry, there are some solutions to get Decky back up and running smoothly.
Steam Deck Decky not showing: How to fix it
This is a common issue that many Steam Deck users face, but the good news is that several workarounds are available that can help you get Decky running on the Deck. Below, we’ve listed some of the most effective solutions to resolve this problem.
Basic Checks
One of the simplest solutions is to restart your Steam Deck. Simply hold down the power button, select “Restart”, and check if Decky appears after the device boots up again. Before you try any other workarounds, give your Deck some time to rest before starting again and checking for the Decky loader.
Check for System Updates
Sometimes, Decky may not show up due to outdated system software. Make sure your Steam Deck is running the latest version by going to Settings > System > Check for Updates. Install any available updates, then restart your device to see if Decky appears. Do the same for Decky as well; if there are any updates or patches available, download and install them asap!
Desktop mode
Another simple workaround is to switch to desktop mode on your Steam Deck and rerun the Decky Loader installer script. This method can often restore Decky without causing any loss of settings or data. It’s a quick solution that allows you to get Decky back without needing to uninstall or reset anything.
Old Workaround
An older but still effective workaround involves checking if Syncthing is blocking the Decky Loader by using the same port. Open a browser on your Steam Deck and enter localhost:8080; if this takes you to the Syncthing GUI, it’s using port 8080, which conflicts with Decky Loader. To fix this, go to Actions > Settings > GUI in the Syncthing interface, and change the GUI Listen Address to another port, like 8090. This simple change can resolve the conflict and get Decky Loader working again.
Emudeck fix
Another effective workaround worth trying is to switch to desktop mode and uninstall Decky Loader using the installer.exe. Next, use the EMUDECK installer.exe, select “TOOLS & STUFF,” and install Powertools (which also installs Decky Loader). After this, power cycle your Steam Deck and then check whether Decky shows up.
Reinstall
Finally, if Decky is not showing up even after trying all the workarounds, try uninstalling Decky Loader, reinstalling it, and then rebooting your Steam Deck. This method worked effectively for some players for whom the Decky reappeared after the reboot, and all plugins were still intact.
For now, these are some workarounds to make your Decky loader reappear on your Steam Deck! We hope this guide was helpful. Now for more guides and news like this on all the latest gaming trends, stay tuned to DigiStatement! Read more: Satisfactory Advanced Game Settings for dedicated server
