For people who are always out, the comeback of handheld consoles is a blessing, especially since they can support recently developed games. You might have a Nintendo Switch or a Steam Deck, and if you have the latter, here are the accessories you should have.
1. Hardshell Case
For something as heavy as the Steam Deck, it's advisable for you to have a case that can protect it from the dangers of portability. It's unlikely that you'll be using the handheld console the entire time you're out, so you should have a proper storage case for it.
The Spigen Rugged Armor Pro is a good choice since the outer case can withstand not only hard falls but the hard case can withstand pressure as well. It also comes with pockets for accessories and the velcro strap makes it easier for you to retrieve the console.
2. MicroSD Card
Depending on the storage capacity of the Steam Deck you bought, you might need extra storage space, especially if you prefer playing heavy open-world games. You can get MicroSD cards that can range from 32 GB to 1 TB.
As mentioned in IGN, having an extra storage card saves you the trouble of moving data around to access your game. It's also a great alternative when you don't want the additional effort of installing an SSD to increase your internal storage.
3. Powerbank
Gaming on the go is all fun until you run out of juice mid-game and you lose progress. The Steam Deck's battery life can drain quickly, depending on the kind of game you play. For heavy games, it might even be drained after two and a half hours, if not less.
You can get yourself an Anker portable charger. Sure, it's more expensive than other brands, but it is very well worth it. You can get up to 65W in total output. It also has two USB ports so you can charge two devices at the same time.
4. Wireless Earbuds
If you're taking your console with you and you decide to play in public, it's common courtesy to keep the sound output to yourself. You can do so by purchasing wireless earbuds. One suggestion is the Jabra Elite 5 which also had built-in microphones.
It has noise cancellation as well to keep out unwanted sounds for the best gameplay experience. It can last you up to seven hours, and 28 hours with the case. You can choose between three colors which are black, titanium black, and gold beige.
5. Docking Station
A docking station, as suggested by Polygon, makes it possible for you to both charge your handheld console, as well as stream to a larger screen when you feel like the Steam Deck screen is too small. This particular device comes with six ports.
The HDMI port supports a 4K display of up to 60Hz. The USB-C charging can reach up to 100 W and USB 3.0 speeds of up to 5 Gbps. Although it's designed specifically for Steam Decks, you can also use the docking station to charge other devices with USB-C ports.
