Steam Deck MAKO Plugin Adds Free Frame Generation in Version 5.0

MAKO Plugin Update Brings Native Frame Generation to Steam Deck

The Steam Deck community has a new option for improving frame rates without purchasing additional software. Version 5.0 of the MAKO plugin introduces built-in frame generation, allowing the handheld to create intermediate frames without relying on the paid Lossless Scaling application.

Previously, Steam Deck users seeking frame generation needed to buy Lossless Scaling, a separate utility that uses spatial upscaling and frame interpolation. With MAKO 5.0, the plugin now handles frame generation internally, offering a free alternative directly within the Steam Deck’s plugin ecosystem. This development simplifies the process for users who want smoother gameplay in titles that do not natively support FSR or other upscaling technologies.