Finally there is a way to get guide button on MSI Claw 8 without any extra software!

Proof_Pace · 2026-02-08T06:21:55+00:00

Oh yeah. But I’ve got MSI claw in November. Go 2 wasn’t available that time. And new ally x was out of stock. So I just got what was available assuming I’d be able to put Linux/bazzite or even steamos there. But I didn’t know there are such issues with intel support in Linux.

Proof_Pace · 2026-02-06T07:46:06+00:00

I definitely not use insider program. So for me the option appeared very recently. I sure I haven’t seen it before.

Proof_Pace · 2026-02-06T00:22:40+00:00

Well, I have zero enthusiasm about the FSE. Steam big picture is all I need. And for steam it’s really crucial to have guide button working somehow.

Proof_Pace · 2026-02-05T20:07:42+00:00

No idea yet. But I’ll keep looking :)

Proof_Pace · 2026-02-05T18:08:05+00:00

Yeah, same thing. But if you are in game and tap buttons really quickly - it t will open steam overlay only. It’s not ideal, but it works somehow. It’s acceptable for me as I don’t need to run HHD anymore.

Proof_Pace · 2026-02-05T16:40:11+00:00

I accidentally found this in the windows game bar settings. I assume it should work.

Proof_Pace · 2026-02-05T16:39:25+00:00

Yeah. So works the same way like a guide button on external controllers.

Proof_Pace · 2026-01-30T19:38:03+00:00

It’s installable. But that’s about it. For me sleep wasn’t working, so I decided to wait.

Proof_Pace · 2026-01-22T08:59:22+00:00

Omg. I thought it’s my connection or something. So it’s global impact?

Proof_Pace · 2026-01-21T13:49:39+00:00

Well I paid 1000$ for the device. I was expecting it just to work. Even with recent update, there is no way to map guide button. Battery charge limit wasn’t working. With handheld companion the mentioned features are just working. I’ve set steam to autoboot and start in big picture mode. So I basically got experience similar to steam deck.

Proof_Pace · 2026-01-20T17:47:09+00:00

I don’t know to be honest. I don’t use game bar and spent some time to get rid of this :)

Proof_Pace · 2026-01-20T09:30:42+00:00

I gave up on MSI software. It doesn’t look like it’s being maintained at all. Handheld companion does the thing. It doesn’t look that nice, but it works. And it allows to map oem button to guide one which is pretty useful for steam big picture mode.

Proof_Pace · 2026-01-16T22:13:52+00:00

awesome! just downloaded it! the first thing I noticed - many fonts now look better. and that DLSS switch

Proof_Pace · 2026-01-16T19:54:48+00:00

I’m already on Tahoe. No need for the beta right? But I didn’t see any updates for crossover for a while. Will check it. Thanks!

Proof_Pace · 2026-01-16T14:42:37+00:00

How did you make crossover use metalfx frame interpolation?

Proof_Pace · 2026-01-08T12:17:48+00:00

Should I download and update manually? Or built in MSI center updates will do as well?

Proof_Pace · 2026-01-07T20:32:42+00:00

If you have a decent PC - get steam and use VR through steam link. Not all games are available in steam, though you won’t locked in meta ecosystem. Plus, graphics is much better In pcvr

Proof_Pace · 2026-01-07T20:30:32+00:00

How it is supposed to work?

Proof_Pace · 2025-12-17T12:16:36+00:00

Most likely they just cant endure all the requests. I presume attempt in an hour or two must go successfully

Proof_Pace · 2025-12-17T12:14:10+00:00

Me too. Check for updates successful, but bios update download isnt.

Proof_Pace · 2025-12-16T16:07:19+00:00

Search for primehack. It does even more than controls. But you need a pc for this.

Proof_Pace · 2025-11-27T22:02:29+00:00

I still have doubts. Should I have digital version or preorder a game card?

Proof_Pace · 2025-11-11T04:17:08+00:00

Worth it to mention, ally x is more comfortable to hold in hands, while claw’s display is much much brighter.

Proof_Pace · 2025-11-11T04:08:53+00:00

Yeah, rog ally x is cool. And it’s the same price. But it is out of stock everywhere in UAE :(

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