A “Hackintosh” is a standard PC that’s modified to run Apple’s proprietary macOS (or OS X) operating system. It was a popular pastime back when Apple was using Intel chips in its laptops and desktops, though it’s fallen off now that Apple is on self-built Arm hardware.

OS Sequoia was successfully installed on the Steam Deck with a group effort. While it may seem pointless now, future GPU acceleration may make running macOS on Steam Deck more practical. The installation was done because "why not,

A Hackintosh enthusiast has managed to get a version of macOS Sequoia running on Valve's Steam Deck handheld gaming device in an exercise they admit is "pointless."

If you dont want to make the large Steam Deck even bulkier, the Spigen Thin Fit Pro is a good option. Its slim case is only 2mm thick. Despite its thin profile, the case adds a reasonable amount of protection, keeping it safe in case of an unfortunate accident. Other features include a built-in kickstand and full support for the official dock.

The subsequent big Hackintosh distribution may end up being for Valve's Steam Deck for all devices—at least according to an October 3 tweet from whatdahopper on Twitter, which showcased a very early version of a Hackintosh macOS X Sequoia recovery dialog displayed on Steam Deck.