How to play Xbox 360 games on Steam Deck
You can play Xbox 360 games on your Steam Deck through emulation! Grab an emulator like RetroArch or Xenia, which are compatible with the Steam Deck's Linux-based SteamOS. Just make sure you legally own the games you're emulating, download the emulator, set it up, and you're good to dive into some Xbox 360 classics!
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Direct emulation is the way to go, but don't expect a perfect experience for every single game. Some might run a bit rough around the edges.
Honestly, the best way is to use emulators. RetroArch or Xenia are your go-to for Xbox 360 games. It's a bit of a process, but there are plenty of guides online to help you get everything running smoothly. Just remember, owning the game is key to staying on the right side of the law.
The simplest way? Use emulators like RetroArch. It's not 100% perfect but does the job for those nostalgia kicks.
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