Weekly Update Game Compatibility
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This week's testing highlights: 9 games across GOG, Epic storefronts; ones I'd like to revisit are Lorelia and the new giveaway Hexguardian if you like tower defence games. They work out of the box on both versions of Junk Store.

G’day Everyone!

We’ve just come through another bout of wind and rain that battered New Zealand. Places that got smashed not that long ago copped the worst of it again this time around. Fingers crossed for some steady weather so everyone can catch their breath, take stock, and figure out their next steps.

Thankfully the worst has moved on and we’ve had some sun today. Hope this keeps up as we could do with some nice summer weather. I feel like I keep saying that a lot lately, but it’s true: summer has come in fits and starts and hasn’t really stuck around so far this year. We took advantage of the nice weather and managed to tear ourselves away from work and the boat to go for a walk today! We quickly came to the conclusion that we need to do this more 😅

In spite of the weather and wifi struggles, I managed to get some testing done and found a couple of gems I’m keen to keep playing.

Housekeeping Notes

A few quick updates before we dive into the games:

  • Decky Loader + 2.0 Conflict: If running both together, use the TEST channel build. It’s the same stable build, just packaged without a component that conflicts with Decky (since Decky already includes it). We’re using the TEST channel to keep it separate and easy to distinguish.
  • GOG Extension: New version (v0.1.11) available on the Junk Store Portal with LSFG support. All Patreon/Ko-fi supporters have been migrated — sign in with your original email to access.
  • LSFG-VK Support: Now built into Junk Store with easy toggles. No need to manually add environment variables. Find it under the Proton Config menu (change the dropdown to “All”). You may need to try different Proton versions to find one that works for your game. More info →
    • Decky Plugin: v1.1.13 (Main Decky store)
    • GOG Extension: v0.1.11 (Junk Store Portal)
    • Junk Store 2.0 (without Decky Loader): v2.5.0.0-beta-20260111-140530 (Beta channel)
    • Junk Store 2.0 (with Decky Loader): v2.4.1.0-test-20260108-100341 (Test channel)

Current System Setup

  • Junk Store 2.0: v2.5.0.0-beta (for itch.io use Extension Channel: beta)
  • Junk Store Plugin: v1.1.13 (Main Store)
  • GOG Extension: v0.1.11 (can be purchased & downloaded from the Junk Store Portal)
  • Decky Loader: v3.2.1 (Prerelease)
  • Proton: GE-Proton 10.26
  • SteamOS: v3.7.19 (Stable)

Let’s get to it, here’s this week’s findings…

This Week’s Featured Games View Full List →

💡 Tip: Click any game title below to view full compatibility details, testing notes, and system requirements in our games database!

Epic Games Giveaway

This week featuring Nobody Wants to Die, The Darkside Detective: A Fumble in the Dark.

Nobody Wants to Die
Nobody Wants to Die Epic
Lose yourself in the dystopian world of New York, 2329; immortality comes at a price that someone has to pay.
Decky Plugin: 🟢 Works out of the box
Pro Version: 🟢 Works out of the box
The Darkside Detective: A Fumble in the Dark
The Darkside Detective: A Fumble in the Dark Epic
Delouse your room with sage and pack up your travel-sized ouija board, it's time to re-enter Twin Lakes - America's 34th most haunted city.
Decky Plugin: 🟢 Works out of the box
Pro Version: 🟢 Works out of the box

Amazon Luna Giveaways

This week featuring Hexguardian.

Hexguardian
Hexguardian Epic
Hexguardian is a roguelite, tower defense game where you build your own maps with hexagonal tiles.
Decky Plugin: 🟢 Works out of the box
Pro Version: 🟢 Works out of the box

Backlog Tested

Catching up on Golden Light, Skybound: Only Up, JDM: Rise of the Scorpion, Lorelai.

Golden Light
Golden Light Epic
Golden Light is a first-person survival horror with rogue-like elements and an eerie atmosphere.
Decky Plugin: 🟢 Works out of the box
Pro Version: 🟢 Works out of the box
Skybound: Only Up
Skybound: Only Up Epic
Get ready for an epic VR adventure. Jump, climb, and conquer towering obstacles in a world of thrilling challenges.
Decky Plugin: 🟢 Works out of the box
Pro Version: 🟢 Works out of the box
JDM: Rise of the Scorpion
JDM: Rise of the Scorpion GOG
Discover the beginning of the story of the titular "Scorpion" through a story guided by manga panels.
Decky Plugin: 🟢 Works out of the box
Pro Version: 🟢 Works out of the box
Lorelai
Lorelai GOG
Lorelai, a brand new emotional horror ride from the maker of The Cat Lady and Downfall, tells a coming of age story of a young girl trying to escape the hell of her toxic family home. But adulthood is like waking up from a long dream.
Decky Plugin: 🟢 Works out of the box
Pro Version: 🟢 Works out of the box

Retested Games

Updated compatibility for Endless Sky, Eschalon: Book I.

Endless Sky
Endless Sky GOG
Endless Sky is an open source 2D space trading and combat game inspired by the classic Escape Velocity series.
Decky Plugin: 🟢 Works out of the box
Pro Version: 🟢 Works out of the box
Eschalon: Book I
Eschalon: Book I GOG
Classic turn-based role-playing game, played with one customizable character.
Decky Plugin: 🟢 Works out of the box
Pro Version: 🟢 Works out of the box

Looking Forward

Next week’s Epic Games giveaways include Return to Ash and STALCRAFT: X Starter Edition.

Amazon Prime Gaming is offering GOG codes for Ambition: A Minuet in Power, Captain Blood, and Meganoid.

Which of these games are you most excited to try? Join our community on Discord or reddit and let us know! We love hearing about your Steam Deck gaming experiences and which titles you’re planning to add to your library next.

We hope you’re having a wonderful time wherever you are in the world, and as always, if you’ve got any questions about these games or Junk Store in general, please don’t hesitate to reach out through our community channels.

Cheers,
The Junk Store Team

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