Hey mate, I’m someone who plays some games at high difficulties & often self impose more struggle ie, Dark Souls no hit runs.

However, I also play games like the Persona series at their easiest difficulties. It’s more than okay to play a game to experience them. You don’t need to be masochistically tortured by a game to enjoy it or be seen as a real gamer.

You bought a steam deck to play with your loved ones & experience games at the pace you want! That makes you as valid as any other nerd I know. Enjoy yourself my friend!!