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Guide: Using KSP2 and other programs on Steam Deck

Guide: Using KSP2 and other programs on Steam Deck

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james1931
Junior Member
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12-19-2025, 03:14 PM
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KSP 2 requires specific setup to function on Steam Deck. Follow these steps: change to desktop mode, navigate to the installed folder using Steam’s installer tool, place the .EXE file in that location, and enable Proton compatibility in options before launching. The game may crash during save operations, but basic menu functions remain usable. A discussion about the crash was found on Steam Community, with a suggested workaround involving launch settings. If improvements are made, I’ll update this note.
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james1931
12-19-2025, 03:14 PM #1

KSP 2 requires specific setup to function on Steam Deck. Follow these steps: change to desktop mode, navigate to the installed folder using Steam’s installer tool, place the .EXE file in that location, and enable Proton compatibility in options before launching. The game may crash during save operations, but basic menu functions remain usable. A discussion about the crash was found on Steam Community, with a suggested workaround involving launch settings. If improvements are made, I’ll update this note.

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arty2005
Member
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12-21-2025, 12:39 PM
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You likely refer to the KSP2_x64.exe as the executable for the game. Adding it to Steam means installing the game through the Steam platform, which allows you to download, manage, and play the game on your system.
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arty2005
12-21-2025, 12:39 PM #2

You likely refer to the KSP2_x64.exe as the executable for the game. Adding it to Steam means installing the game through the Steam platform, which allows you to download, manage, and play the game on your system.

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DerpyMudkip
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12-21-2025, 03:54 PM
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Yes, it's possible. On SteamOS you can right-click and choose 'Add to Stream,' or if needed, use the Steam client to add non-Steam games by selecting the appropriate option. After that, check the file properties, pick 'Force a compatibility tool,' and choose a Proton version (like Proton Experimental). This approach generally applies to other games too, though results may vary.
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DerpyMudkip
12-21-2025, 03:54 PM #3

Yes, it's possible. On SteamOS you can right-click and choose 'Add to Stream,' or if needed, use the Steam client to add non-Steam games by selecting the appropriate option. After that, check the file properties, pick 'Force a compatibility tool,' and choose a Proton version (like Proton Experimental). This approach generally applies to other games too, though results may vary.

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csige791
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12-29-2025, 05:47 AM
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any progress yet? I'm at work right now dying because I can't play ;~;
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csige791
12-29-2025, 05:47 AM #4

any progress yet? I'm at work right now dying because I can't play ;~;

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Zylan26
Junior Member
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12-29-2025, 08:20 AM
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If available on Steam, you can build a guide in the Steam discussions to assist other players once you understand it. Excellent spot for sharing information.
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Zylan26
12-29-2025, 08:20 AM #5

If available on Steam, you can build a guide in the Steam discussions to assist other players once you understand it. Excellent spot for sharing information.

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MrKiwiism
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12-31-2025, 05:34 AM
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yeah but guides on new games get clogged very fast
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MrKiwiism
12-31-2025, 05:34 AM #6

yeah but guides on new games get clogged very fast