Steam Deck Wear and Tear: How Durable Are Thumb Grips and Trackpads?

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Hey everyone! I’m curious about the durability of the Steam Deck, especially the thumb grips and trackpads. For those of you who use your device a lot, have you noticed any wear and tear on these parts? I’ve already got a screen protector, and I’m thinking about getting some Skull & Co. thumb grips. Do they hold up well with regular use?

Steam Deck Wear and Tear: How Durable Are Thumb Grips and Trackpads
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PixelPioneer99 -

I’ve been using my OLED for over a year without any wear on the touch surfaces. Just a few scratches on the plastic shell from when I dropped it once. Overall, it’s holding up great!

JoystickJuggler88 -

Had my OLED since launch and it looks just as good as the day I got it! The quality of the plastic seems to resist the shiny patches of wear that you often see on other devices. I’m impressed!

GamerNinja42 -

How are the stock thumb grips holding up for you?

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