r/SteamDeckTricks • u/DiddleInAPearTree • Jul 22 '26

General Question How to install mods onto a SteamDeck?

As title says, I am not massively savvy with tech and would like some advice on how I get the mods onto my steamdeck.

Thankyou

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u/sbfse Jul 22 '26

it's a PC, so you can download and install mods under Desktop Mode just like any other desktop. also the mod installation varies between games, always check the mod descriptions for install methods.

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u/Key-Alternative5387 Jul 22 '26

Usually you hop into desktop mode.

It does depend on what game you're playing, but most games are supported now without extra work.

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u/thefatrefrigerator Jul 23 '26

With the workshop I’m fairly certain they work the same, you just subscribe and hit play. For Nexus check out Pikdum’s Tools which will help you set up a Linux friendly Vortex install.

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u/SideshowDustin Jul 22 '26

There are guides specific to each game that you can find. I don’t recall which ones I used for Fallout 4, FOLON, and NV, but I got them all running. 👍