"Fan-made PC Port of Link's Awakening DX HD Brings Stunning Island Exploration to Steam Deck"

A developer has released a native PC port of Nintendo's Link's Awakening on itch.io, allowing players to enjoy the classic game on Valve's Steam Deck. To get the game running, users need to download the required files from the itch.io page, install Protontricks and ProtonUp-QT, enable ProtonGE as a compatibility layer, and install the .NET runtime. Additionally, users can enhance the game's appearance on the Steam Deck by adding artwork using Decky Loader and SteamGridDB. The game runs smoothly on the Steam Deck, especially on the OLED model, with a high frame rate and vibrant colors.