Valve's big swing with Steam Deck is a hit, but it's not a home run

Playing video games on a Steam Deck feels strangely illicit, like you're sneaking a peek at a future of gaming that hasn't really arrived yet. High-end PC gaming, but make it portable? That's been the dream since I haunted my local bodega for the latest Nintendo Power drop.

Nintendo's own Switch console has been a level-up...