Why Does My Steam Deck Download So Slowly?
Your Steam Deck could be downloading slowly because of your internet connection. Check if other devices are hogging bandwidth or try restarting your router.
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Sometimes connecting to a different server can help. Go to Steam settings, change your Download Region, and see if it picks up the pace!
Updates in the background can slow things down. Make sure your Steam Deck isn't updating other games while you download.
Honestly, it could just be your Wi-Fi signal strength. Try moving closer to your router or using a wired connection if possible.
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