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TheSteam Deckis a highly customizable machine, and thanks to the versatility of its Linux-based operating system, you can download homebrew plugins to make the experience even more suited to your needs.
One of the most fun plugins for the Steam Deck isRadiYo! from Isiyah Lloyd. RadiYo allows users to play internet radio stations while playing games. To run clever little plugins like RadiYo and more, you mustinstall the Decky Loader app. This guide will show you how to install the Decky Loader and use Internet stations on the Steam Deck.
Updated July 01, 2025 by Michael Llewellyn:The RadiYo! plugin is one of the most useful plugins to use with the Decky Loader program. It lets users listen to their favorite music genres and stations while playing their favorite games. However, before you can make changes and add plugins to your Steam Deck, you are now required to enter your Sudo Password before installing Decky Loader.
The Sudo Password allows you to have administrative access and install powerful programs like Decky and more. This guide is updated to include the steps for creating a Sudo Password to comply with the latest version of Decky Loader.
How To Activate Developer Mode On The Steam Deck
Before installing the Decky Loader program, you must ensure that the Developer Mode features are activated. In addition to RadiYo!, Decky Loader has some of the most useful apps for Steam Deck users. The following steps can be used to activate Developer Mode and ensure Decky Loader and its programs are running correctly:
Check your Developer Mode settings after every major Steam Deck update. The updates (particularly in beta testing) can disable Developer Mode and CEF Remote Debugging. The Decky Loader app may disappear from the Quick Access Menu when it’s disabled, but don’t worry. By enabling Developer Mode, your plugins will reappear.
How To Install Decky Loader On The Steam Deck
To run free plugins like the Steamback app on the Steam Deck, you must install the Decky Loader program. Decky Loader provides many useful customized tools for the Steam Deck to enhance quality-of-life features. The following steps can be used to install Decky Loader on the Steam Deck:
Using akeyboard and mousemakes it easier to browse and download files. Docking the Steam Deck and using it with a monitor like a PC is beneficial. If you don’t have a keyboard and mouse, you can use the built-in keyboard by pressing theSteam and the X buttonstogether.
Creating A Sudo Password
How To Install Internet Radio On The Steam Deck
With Decky Loader now installed, you can add free homebrew plugins like the RadiYo! app to your Steam Deck. Use the following steps to find and install Steamback:
How To Use RadiYo!
Press the QAM button and open the RadiYo! plugin. Here, you’re able to select from a list of trending radio stations to find something suited to your taste:
How To Fix Decky Loader After The Steam Deck Update
The recent update to the Steam Deck has caused the Decky Loader app to disappear from the Quick Access Menu, rendering your plugins unreachable. Fortunately, even though it’s no longer in the QAM, your settings and plugins remain unaltered. The following steps will help you restore the Decky Loader app to the Steam Deck’s Gaming Mode:
verify to choose a memorable pseudo password, as changing it requires the resetting of your Steam Deck to its factory settings.
