About this tag
The game launchers tag on WindowsForum.com covers discussions about software and tools used to start and manage PC games, with a focus on practical troubleshooting and customization. Recent content highlights community projects like Decky Links, which turns physical items such as floppy disks, NFC tags, and QR codes into launch keys for games on handheld devices like the Steam Deck. The tag explores how these launchers interact with Windows-based systems, including storage considerations and configuration options. Topics range from nostalgic hardware to modern digital distribution, emphasizing real-world usage and technical details rather than promotional material.
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    Steam Deck Decky Links Uses Floppies as Game Launch Keys

    A Steam Deck community project called Decky Links can turn a 3.5-inch floppy disk, NFC tag, USB drive, SD card, optical disc, or QR code into a physical launch key for a game already installed on the handheld. The floppy-disk demo that spread this week, first surfaced by Reddit user BlackIceLA...