Announcing new Steam Hardware from Valve: Steam Controller, Steam Machine, and Steam Frame are coming in 2026. Just like Steam Deck, all three devices are optimized for Steam and designed for players to get even more out of their Steam library.

  • AllNewTypeFace@leminal.space
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    2 months ago

    I suspect the Frame, with its x86 to ARM recompilation layer, is a trial balloon for higher-performance ARM hardware in more traditional form factors. More concisely, the Steam Deck 2, when it appears, will be a high-performance ARM device, with similar performance/efficiency characteristics to Apple Silicon MacBooks rather than phones/tablets. Of course, this depends on a vendor producing suitable CPUs.

  • hydrashok@sh.itjust.works
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    2 months ago

    Steam Machine looks quite intriguing, as well as the VR set. Depending on the pricing and specs, I could see myself using these.

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    2 months ago

    The more I think about it the more I want to get a Steam Machine. My computer is around 15 years old now I am starting to wish for some more performance. I think the Steam Machine could last me many years to come.

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    2 months ago

    I love that every single time I see someone mention the older “steam machines” from way back when they lable them as horrible. I own one. It was amazing. I had to download custom software to overclock it because the software limited me more than the hardware. And it wasn’t even an i7. For the form factor and the price I paid for it, it was totally worth it and not crappy at all.

    I’m looking forward to seeing what steams actual hardware will do.

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    2 months ago

    Been hoping for the controller for so long. The other stuff looks amazing too, I have an OG vive so I’ll probably get the VR headset as well. Very hyped! Just hope it’s all available in my region in launch, they sell the steam deck here so fingers crossed.

    • Quibblekrust@thelemmy.club
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      2 months ago

      That’s funny. I could have written your exact comment. I, too, have been hoping for this controller and have the original HTC Vive.

  • Fizz@lemmy.nz
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    2 months ago

    Hype hype hype hype. I am getting a steam frame and putting it om my shelf!