2. Check Steam Server Status
You should also check for the Steam Server Status on steamstat(dot)us and DownDetector Steam Status webpage to cross-check the downtime or maintenance issues. If in case, there is an issue with the server status, make sure to wait for a couple of hours and try again. If there is no issue with the Steam server in your region then you can skip to the next method.
3. Check for SteamOS Updates
You can also manually check for the SteamOS updates by following the steps below to ensure no pending software update is available. Outdated system software can eventually trigger multiple issues whatsoever. To do this:
- Press the Steam button > Go to Settings.
- Press the A button > Choose System.
- Go to System Update Channel > Select the particular channel Beta or Preview. [Default is Stable channel]
- You’ll get the Restart Now option > Select it to reboot the Steam Deck.
- It’ll apply the new System Channel > Repeat the same steps again and select Check for Updates.
- If there is a new update available, select Apply to initiate a system reboot.
- The firmware update installation will start > Wait for it to complete.
4. Check for Specific Game Updates
It’s also suggested to check for the specific game update troubling you with the cloud sync. Sometimes issues with the outdated game version can cause conflicts. To do so:
- Open your Steam Library > Under the game’s library page, select Manage.
- Choose Properties > Select the Updates tab.
- Make sure to select Automatic Updates> Reboot the Steam Deck.
5. Enable Steam Cloud Synchronization
If you disable the Cloud Synchronization feature previously, turning it on might fix the Steam Cloud-related errors for all PC games on Steam Deck. To do this:
- Press the Steam button > Select the Steam menu at the top-left corner.
- Go to Settings from the list > Navigate to the Cloud tab.
- Checkmark the Enable Steam Cloud Synchronization box.
- Select OK to save the changes.
- Once done, restart the Steam Deck to apply changes.
6. Retry Cloud Syncing
You can also retry cloud syncing manually by following the steps below to ensure the Steam account isn’t Out of Sync with the Cloud Status.
- Press the Steam button > Select the specific game that’s troubling you.
- Select Out of Sync under the Cloud Status option.
- Choose the Retry Sync button from the popup.
- Wait for the process to complete and the Cloud Status should show Up to date.
7. Repair the Steam Library Folder
If none of the methods worked for you then make sure to follow the steps below to try verifying and repairing the game files (Steam Library Folder) which will include all the installed games on the Steam Deck. Sometimes issues with the corrupted or missing game files on the Steam Deck might cause several conflicts whatsoever. To do this:
- Press the Steam button to open it > Select the Steam menu.
- Go to Settings > Go to the Downloads tab.
- Select the Steam Library Folders button > Select the specific game.
- Choose Repair Folder from the options menu.
- If prompted, make sure to select Yes to confirm.
- Wait for the repair process to complete.
- Once done, Steam can sync files to the cloud easily.
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