FAQ

Answers to common questions. More help is in Troubleshooting.

Is this an official SteamOS release?

No. Zaviya is an independent community project. Report problems on GitHub or in the Discord, not to Steam Support.

What is it based on?

SteamOS for ARM. On top of that Zaviya adds frame generation, Zaviya Loadout (which suggests apps from the games in the library) and a launcher for the second screen on dual screen devices.

What's in it?

Game Mode, the Steam client and the desktop, plus the kernel and hardware support for each handheld, power and fan settings, updates through Steam, Zaviya Loadout, Android apps and the dual screen launcher.

Does Android still work?

Yes. Android stays on the device and starts from the OpenABL menu. Installing to internal storage erases Android's user data, but Android itself stays.

Do Windows games run?

Many do, through FEX and ARM64 Proton. Games with anti-cheat that does not support Linux do not run. See Compatibility.

How is Zaviya updated?

Through Steam: Settings > System > Check for updates. See Updates.

How is a device returned to Android only?

Remove the microSD card. If it was installed to internal storage, choose UNINSTALL CFW in the OpenABL menu, or restore the saved partition table, see Install to Internal Storage.

The device is not listed

Every device needs its own hardware support, and new devices are added over time. Request one on GitHub issues. A spare device sent for development is the fastest route, see Community.