CNET published a report on June 4, 2025, about using Nvidia’s GeForce Now cloud gaming service on Steam Deck.

Waiting for a cloud gaming rig

The report describes the experience being interrupted by a message indicating that no rig is immediately available.

For Steam Deck players, the wait can affect how quickly they get into a cloud-streamed game. The available information does not specify how often the issue occurs or how long the wait lasts.

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