Valve released a small SteamOS Beta update (version 3.8.24) to fix black screen issues in specific game launchers. This patch matters to Steam Deck owners who rely on those titles for daily gaming sessions. The update targets compatibility problems that prevented games from launching correctly.
Valve patch resolves display errors in Zenless Zone Zero and FFXIV
The primary fix addresses black screens in Zenless Zone Zero and FINAL FANTASY XIV Online. SteamOS Beta Update Changelog stated they fixed an issue causing black screens in certain launchers, including these two titles. This resolves a display error that blocked access to these popular games.
- Fixed Issue: Black screens in certain launchers
- Affected Games: Zenless Zone Zero, FINAL FANTASY XIV Online
- Known Issue (Stable): Degraded performance with FSR enabled is fixed in stable release 3.8.16
The update also builds on previous stability work, including the fix for degraded performance with FSR enabled in stable release 3.8.16. Valve continues to refine the operating system for the Steam Deck handheld console. These changes aim to improve the overall reliability of the gaming platform.
We looked at the last SteamOS update earlier while tracking Valve's software progress. That previous release addressed HDR and FSR performance issues on the same hardware. The current beta update focuses specifically on launcher compatibility rather than broad performance metrics. Users can expect a smoother experience when launching these specific games.
Source: SteamDeckHQ
