Which makes it very frustrating when this feature doesn’t work, and produces cloud sync errors.
Let’s take a look at how we can fix a Steam Deck cloud sync error.
Why Am I Getting a Steam Cloud Sync Error?
Bertel King/MUO
Cloud sync errors are fairly common on the Steam Deck, often affecting multiple games at a time.
Unfortunately, it’s not currently known why this issue is so widespread, or what the cause is.
However, it’s still possible to temporarily fix this issue, and get on with your gaming session.
Reconnect the Wi-Fi
The first step you could try is a simple one.
To toggle the Wi-Fi off, hit theSteambutton and scroll down toSettings.Then head into theInternetcategory.
ToggleEnable Wi-Fioff, then back on.
After you hitEnable Offline Mode, restart the unit so that it launches into offline mode fresh.
Then, disable offline mode and attempt to launch your game.
Check for Updates
There is a chance that an update could fix cloud syncing errors.
InSettings,head up to theSystemcategory.
Hit the first option,Check For Updates,and apply any that are applicable.
Be careful, as beta and preview builds can contain unexpected bugs and might even corrupt your drive.
In this case,you would need to restore SteamOS with a recovery image.
Disable Cloud Sync
This next fix brings us out of the configs menu.
Instead, head to the library page for any of the affected games.
Hit thegear iconand go intoProperties.
Scroll down in the General category until you find theSteam Cloudheader.
Disable theKeep game saves in the Steam Cloudoption.
Launch the game, keeping in mind that you’re not currently synced to the cloud.
Exit the game after a short time and re-enable cloud sync for the game.
You’ll need to be familiar withSteam Deck’s desktop modeand be comfortable using it.
The compatdata folder will contain folders all named with different assortments of numbers.
Any file in this location that is not a folder is a stuck file that is failing to sync.
Simply delete these files and restart into gaming mode.
give a shot to launch a game and the cloud sync error should be resolved.
With any luck, a fix for this recurring issue comes sooner rather than later.
