# Official LCD Steam Deck batteries may soon disappear from sale

- URL: https://talkfuse.com/story/unfortunately-valve-is-just-starting-to-sunset-these-parts-aftermarket-battery-replacements-may-soon-be-only-option-for-lcd-steam-deck/
- Published: 2026-07-15T17:00:21+00:00
- Updated: 2026-07-16T04:14:39+00:00
- Original publisher: PC Gamer
- Original article: https://www.pcgamer.com/hardware/handheld-gaming-pcs/unfortunately-valve-is-just-starting-to-sunset-these-parts-aftermarket-battery-replacements-may-soon-be-only-option-for-lcd-steam-deck/
- Topics: Art, Celebrity, Culture, Entertainment, Gaming

## Key points

- Valve may be discontinuing official LCD Steam Deck battery replacements.
- Aftermarket batteries could become the only repair option.
- Raises concerns over long-term support for the original Steam Deck.

## Summary

Valve is beginning to phase out official replacement batteries for the original LCD Steam Deck, meaning owners of ageing units may soon have to rely on third-party aftermarket parts to fix worn-out batteries. This matters because the LCD model, Valve's first handheld PC, has been on the market since 2022 and many units are now old enough that their batteries are degrading, so losing access to genuine replacements could push owners towards less reliable or unofficial repair options.

The change was flagged after official battery stock for the LCD Steam Deck started becoming harder to find through Valve's usual repair channels, with commentators noting that Valve appears to be winding down support for these components as it focuses on newer hardware, including the OLED Steam Deck. Aftermarket suppliers already offer compatible batteries, but these typically lack the same warranty backing and quality assurance as Valve's own parts, raising concerns for the right-to-repair community about long-term support for the original device.

## Coverage

- [PC Gamer: Official LCD Steam Deck batteries may soon disappear from sale](https://www.pcgamer.com/hardware/handheld-gaming-pcs/unfortunately-valve-is-just-starting-to-sunset-these-parts-aftermarket-battery-replacements-may-soon-be-only-option-for-lcd-steam-deck/)
- [Engadget: Valve appears to be discontinuing self-repair parts for the LCD Steam Deck at iFixit](https://www.engadget.com/2215785/valve-appears-to-be-discontinuing-self-repair-parts-for-the-lcd-steam-deck/)

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