Valve has released SteamOS 3.8.13 for Steam Deck users to fix a critical crash in FINAL FANTASY VII REBIRTH and a bug preventing controller firmware updates on some models. A beta version, SteamOS 3.8.21, includes additional fixes for third-party hardware and improves startup speed for the new Steam Machine. The beta also resolves various issues for devices like the MSI Claw, Legion Go 1, and OneXPlayer F1, enhancing functionality and user experience. Overall, these updates reflect Valve's commitment to improving compatibility and performance across a wider range of hardware

Valve Releases SteamOS 3.8.13 to Fix FF7R Crashes and Firmware Loops

Valve has released SteamOS 3.8.13 for all Steam Deck users, addressing a critical FINAL FANTASY VII REBIRTH crash and a bug that blocked controller firmware updates on certain models. A corresponding beta, SteamOS 3.8.21, targets the preview channels with expanded fixes for third-party hardware, including regressions on the MSI Claw, Legion Go 1, and OneXPlayer F1. The beta also introduces a faster startup splash screen for the newly launched Steam Machine and resolves a 20-to-30-second audio delay on non-Valve devices.

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