With the recent unveiling of the Nintendo Switch 2, gamers were excited about finally getting a successor to the most popular handheld console. But over the last couple of years, there’s a lot more competition in the market like the Steam Deck.

Ironically, the Steam Deck is also the Switch 2’s biggest threat. While Nintendo’s new console may have Valve’s beat on screen resolution, refresh rate, and a custom Nvidia processor capable of DLSS and ray tracing, Steam trumps it in value, particularly with game prices.

In my Steam Deck review, I labeled it the “Nintendo Switch for adults.” In an ironic twist, it now seems the Switch’s successor could be the best handheld for adults and children alike thanks to its robust first- and especially third-party support. Here’s why the Nintendo Switch 2 could be the best handheld for playing third-party games.