Steam Machine
Coverage of Steam Machine in the Nexus archive.
- The Steam Machine fits my TV, my desk, and my life
The author prefers Valve's Steam Machine over their PS5 and Xbox Series X due to Steam library compatibility and cloud saves, despite acknowledging its drawbacks. They would purchase the $1,049 Steam Machine for its integration with Steam's ecosystem.
- Valve open source the Steam Machine e-ink screen so you can make your own
Valve has open-sourced the e-ink screen design for the Steam Machine, allowing users to create their own versions. The move aims to encourage customization and innovation in gaming hardware.
- Dbrand's Companion Cube case for the Steam Machine was a lie
Dbrand falsely claimed to have created the Companion Cube case for the Steam Machine. The company failed to verify its claims about the product.
- Price hikes are making gaming feel like a luxury hobby
Gaming costs are rising across consoles, subscriptions, and games due to memory shortages and industry pressures. Microsoft, Valve, Nintendo, and Sony are increasing prices for hardware and software, pushing gaming into luxury territory.
- Valve's Steam Machine starts at $1,049 with 512GB storage and no controller
Valve's Steam Machine starts at $1,049 with 512GB storage and does not include a controller. The price is over $1,000, highlighting its premium positioning.
- Steam Machine and Steam Frame are coming 'this summer'
Valve has announced the release of Steam Machine and Steam Frame this summer, but the pricing details have not been disclosed yet.
- Valve says it’s ready to launch the Steam Machine this summer
Valve has announced the Steam Machine PC and Steam Frame VR headset will launch this summer, reversing an earlier delay caused by memory and storage supply issues. The company initially planned for an early 2026 release but now cites readiness for the hardware launches.
- Valve Steam Controller Review (2026): Wait for the Steam Machine
A 2026 review of Valve's Steam Controller suggests that the device cannot fully impress players without the context of Valve's Steam Machine, which remains unreleased. The review indicates that the controller's potential is limited by the absence of its companion hardware platform.
- Valve just imported 50 tons of game consoles in two days
Valve imported 50 tons of game consoles into the US between May 1st and April 30th, potentially indicating an upcoming launch of the Steam Machine. The shipment is in addition to previous ones mentioned by Brad Lynch. This could suggest that the new Steam Machine or Steam Frame is nearing release.
- AMD is adding HDMI 2.1 support for Linux. That's good news for the Steam Machine.
AMD is adding HDMI 2.1 support to its Linux amdgpu driver, which will enable higher bandwidth and resolutions on compatible HDMI cables. This update is a significant step towards full HDMI 2.1 compliance, although some features like Display Stream Compression are still being tested. The addition of HDMI 2.1 support is expected to benefit devices like the Steam Machine.
- Steam Controller: The Ars Technica review
Valve's Steam Controller is a well-built device designed for PC gaming and the Steam Machine, but the review questions its value due to a high price and lack of differentiation from competitors like the Xbox controller. The controller features ergonomic rear buttons and responsive face buttons, though its $99 price tag is seen as a drawback.
- Valve launches the Steam Controller without the Steam Machine
Valve is launching the Steam Controller on May 4th without the delayed Steam Machine, citing memory shortages. The controller is priced between $99 and €99, with positive early reviews from The Verge's Jay Peters and Cameron Faulkner.