HoYoverse’s latest game- Honkai: Star Rail has been receiving praise all over the world for its compelling storyline, character designs, music, and whatnot. After the release of Honkai Impact 3 and Genshin Impact, Star Rail has also made a significant impact (what a nice pun) on the gaming community. The game for the time being is only available on mobile phones and PCs. However, HoYoverse has also announced its release for PS4 and PS5 (dates are to be declared). Now, the question that comes to mind is, “Is Honkai: Star Rail on Steam Deck?”
After thorough research, the simple conclusion would be a direct “no”, not as of now. But perhaps soon in the near future. Let’s explore the various aspects of this matter.
Is Honkai: Star Rail on Steam Deck?
Possible reasons why Honkai: Star Rail is not available on Steam Deck yet
- Technical Limitations: Honkai: Star Rail may have technical requirements that the Steam Deck cannot support. It won’t work on the Steam Deck mainly due to its incredibly strict anti-cheat which is not compatible with the Linux OS used by it.
- Development Priorities: HoYoverse may have prioritized the release of the game on other platforms over the Steam Deck. The studio may have decided to focus on platforms with larger audiences such as mobile phones, PCs, and consoles.
- Market Considerations: We all know that the market for handheld gaming devices like the Steam Deck is not large enough to justify the release of the game on the platform.
Impact of Honkai: Star Rail on Steam Deck (if released)
I believe that the release of Honkai: Star Rail on the Steam Deck could have a significant impact on the gaming community in both positive and negative ways. Let’s see why.
Advantages:
- It could attract a new audience of gamers who prefer the convenience of playing games on handheld devices.
- The release of the game on the Steam Deck could potentially boost its sales too, as many gamers (on the go) might show interest in playing the game.
- It may also inspire other developers to release their games on the platform.
Disadvantages:
- Compatibility Issues: There may be technical issues or compatibility problems between the game and the device, leading to performance or gameplay problems.
- Increased Competition: Other game developers may find it challenging to get their games noticed on the platform due to the increased competition after the release of Honkai: Star Rail.
- Potential Disappointments: If the game does not live up to the expectations of gamers, it could result in disappointment and negative reviews, which may reflect poorly on Steam Deck as a gaming platform.
Overall, the release of Honkai: Star Rail on the Steam Deck could have a positive as well as negative impact on both the gaming community and the handheld device market.
Conclusion:
In conclusion, it remains uncertain if HoYoverse intends to launch Honkai: Star Rail on Steam Deck. The release of the game on the platform has both pros and cons as mentioned above. The only thing we could do as of now is wait for further updates regarding the matter. If you’re itching to play Honkai: Star Rail on a handheld device, why not cozy up on your trusty ol’ mobile phone while we wait to see if it hits the Steam Deck?
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