Unleash the Power of Your PS5 on the Go with Steam Deck

Tired of being tied to your living room TV for those epic PS5 gaming sessions? Want to take your favourite PlayStation titles on the road? Look no further! This guide will walk you through the steps of transforming your Steam Deck into a portable PS5 gaming powerhouse. Get ready to experience your console library like never before.

Let's dive in and explore how to connect your PS5 to your Steam Deck for seamless remote play.

What You'll Need

You'll need: Steam Deck, PS5, same Wi-Fi network. Optional: Bluetooth keyboard/mouse.
Steps:
1.    Switch Steam Deck to desktop mode.
2.    Install chiaki-ng.
3.    Use chiaki-ng to connect to your PS5.
4.    Add chiaki-ng as a non-Steam game for easy access in game mode.

Step 1: Switch to Desktop Mode
•    Press the STEAM button located at the lower left corner of your Steam Deck's screen.
•    Navigate to the bottom of the contextual menu that appears.
•    Select the "Power" option and press the A button.
•    Scroll to the second-to-last option, "Switch to Desktop," and press the A button again.
•    Your Steam Deck will reboot and enter Desktop mode.

Step 2: Download Chiaki-ng
•    Switch to Desktop Mode: Access your Steam Deck's desktop mode.
•    Open Discover: Locate the square blue "Discover" icon, resembling a shopping bag, on the taskbar at the bottom left of your screen. Click it to open the Discover menu.
•    Search for chiaki-ng: In the search bar at the top left corner of the Discover menu, type "chiaki-ng" (without quotes).
•    Download chiaki-ng: Click the "Download" button next to the "chiaki-ng" option. The application will start downloading to your Steam Deck.

Step 3: Configure PlayStation Remote Play
•    Enable Remote Play: Go to Settings > System > Remote Play. Turn on Remote Play.
•    Allow PS5 to Wake Up from Network: Go to Settings > System > Power Saving > Features Available in Rest Mode. Turn on Stay Connected to the Internet. Turn on Enable Turning on PS5 from Network.
•    Find Your PS5's IP Address: Go to Settings > Network > Connection Status > View Connection Status. Note down the IP address for later use.

Step 4: Configure Chaiki-ng
•    Launch Chiaki-ng and Add Your PS5: Launch the Chiaki-ng app on your Steam Deck. Enter your PS5's IP address in the "Host:" field and click "Add."
•    Configure Console Settings: Select "PS5" as the console type. Sign in to your PlayStation Network account using either the "PSN login" button or the "Public Lookup" button with your gamer tag.
•    Register Your PS5: A PSN Account ID will automatically populate. Go to your PS5, navigate to "Settings > System > Remote Play > Link Device" and note the displayed code. Enter the code in the "PIN" field on the Chiaki-ng registration screen and click "Register."
•    Verify Registration: A success message will appear, and your PS5 will be listed on the Chiaki-ng home screen with its details.
•    Create a Steam Shortcut (Optional): Create a Steam shortcut for Chiaki-ng to access it easily in gaming mode.

Step 5: Create the Steam Shortcut
•    Access PS5 Information Screen: Open chiaki-ng and navigate to the screen displaying your PS5 information.
•    Create Steam Shortcut: Locate and tap "Create Steam Shortcut" at the top of the screen.
•    Input Fields: You'll be presented with two input boxes: "Steam Game Name" and "Launch Options." Leave these fields unchanged unless you have advanced knowledge.
•    Confirm Creation: Tap "Create" in the top right corner of the screen to proceed.
•    Steam Library Update: A chiaki-ng shortcut will now be added to your Steam Library.
•    Reboot Steam Deck: Restart your Steam Deck in game mode for optimal performance.

Step 6: Test to Make Sure Everything Works

Getting Started
•    Launch Chiaki-ng: Enter Game Mode on your Steam Deck. Scroll to the Chiaki-ng app and open it. Click the "Play" button.
•    Connect to PS5: Select your PS5 from the list. Press the "A" button to start your PS5.
Controlling Your PS5
•    Navigation and Gameplay: Once connected, you can navigate PS5 menus, select games, and adjust settings using your Steam Deck.
Customizing Controls
•    Control Templates: Access the Steam menu. Create or select a custom control template for Chiaki-ng. Consider using a template that mimics a PS5 DualSense controller.
•    Additional Input: Connect a controller, mouse, or keyboard for alternative input methods.
Ending a Session
•    Exit Chiaki-ng: Press both upper bumpers and both control sticks simultaneously. A menu will appear allowing you to save or close the session.
•    PS5 Power Options: You'll be prompted to choose whether to put your PS5 in rest mode.