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Steam Frame battery details emerge, showing hot-swappable system and AA batteries for the controllers
Details from an FCC filing reveal that the upcoming Steam Frame VR headset will feature hot-swappable batteries in an 'Enthusiast kit' and its controllers will use standard AA batteries. The filing also suggests the headset's internal battery may not be user-replaceable, though Valve's instructions are referenced for battery replacement. The Steam Frame is expected to launch this summer, potentially around the same time as the Steam Machine.
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The article indicates a '404 Page Not Found' error, humorously comparing the situation to the non-existence of Half-Life 3. It prompts users who followed a link to report the issue to Eurogamer.net for correction.
Valve upgrades AMD's 9070 XT GPU in the Steam Hardware Survey, finally allowing the credit it deserves
Valve's Steam Hardware Survey for May shows a significant, implausible increase in the AMD Radeon RX 9070 XT's user numbers. This surge, from negligible to 1.33%, is likely due to changes in how Valve collects or tags GPU data, with the 9070 XT now being correctly identified instead of being lumped into a generic 'AMD Radeon Graphics' category.
'It feels to many like a tidal wave is sweeping over the AAA game business,' says Epic CEO Tim Sweeney in his…
Epic Games CEO Tim Sweeney described the current AAA game business as facing a "tidal wave" due to escalating development costs and a high failure rate for major releases. He contrasted this with the success of platforms like Roblox and proposed Epic's vision of a connected metaverse ecosystem built on Unreal Engine as a more developer-friendly alternative.
Hackers are using Steam Workshop and Wallpaper Engine to spread malware and steal accounts
Cybersecurity firm Kaspersky has reported that hackers are exploiting Steam Workshop and the popular Wallpaper Engine application to distribute malware. These malicious packages, disguised as custom wallpapers, are used to steal Steam accounts and other sensitive information, with users in China and Russia being primary targets, though victims have been found globally. Attackers bundle malware within executable wallpaper files or password-protected archives, posing a significant risk to PC gamers even on trusted platforms.
Valve billionaire Gabe Newell spends $70 million on a new mansion to go with his $500 million yacht as the house of…
Valve co-founder Gabe Newell has purchased a $70.8 million waterfront estate in Florida, adding to his significant wealth. This acquisition occurs while Valve faces a $900 million lawsuit in the UK, accusing the company of abusing its PC gaming dominance. Newell maintains Valve is not guilty, citing the numerous choices available to PC gamers.
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Valve co-founder Gabe Newell has reportedly purchased a $70 million mansion featuring a private tunnel leading to the beach. The property is located in the exclusive Gold Coast of Long Island, New York.
Microsoft's games are bigger than Xbox. So just scrap Xbox.
This article argues that Microsoft should discontinue the Xbox as a hardware platform due to its financial unsustainability and focus instead on its game development studios. The author suggests spinning off the gaming division into an independent entity to maximize revenue from its vast portfolio of games like Call of Duty and Minecraft, decoupling them from expensive console hardware.
Billionaire Gabe Newell Buys $70 Million Mansion With Its Own Tunnel To The Beach
Valve founder Gabe Newell has purchased a $70.8 million mansion in Florida, featuring a private tunnel to the beach. The 20,000-square-foot estate was listed for $85 million and sold for significantly less. This purchase comes amidst a lawsuit against Valve concerning monopoly concerns.
Billionaire Valve Boss Gabe Newell Buys Florida Super Mansion With Its Own Underground Tunnel for $70.8 Million
Valve co-founder Gabe Newell has purchased a Florida mansion for $70.8 million. The property notably includes a private underground tunnel that leads to the sea.
New Steam Machine benchmark leak hints at imminent launch
A new benchmark leak on Geekbench suggests that Valve's Steam Machine may be nearing its launch. The leak details a device named 'Valve Fremont' running SteamOS with specifications matching the official Steam Machine hardware, including a custom six-core AMD CPU. This leak hints at a potential release window of one to four weeks, though Valve has not officially confirmed the device.
Dota 2 heroes - best picks for the June 2026 meta
This guide provides a breakdown of the best Dota 2 heroes for the June 2026 meta, categorized by role including Carry, Midlane, Offlane, and Support. It emphasizes player comfort and team composition while highlighting strong picks like Anti-Mage, Invoker, Axe, and Crystal Maiden.
'Half-Life 2 RTX has shrunk from 80 GB to 50 GB': RTX Remix 1.5 update shrinks file sizes, and also starts…
The latest update for Nvidia's RTX Remix platform, version 1.5, significantly reduces the file sizes of RTX-enhanced games. Half-Life 2 RTX has shrunk from 80 GB to 50 GB, and Portal with RTX from 25 GB to 17 GB, thanks to the integration of RTX IO technology. The update also introduces 'smooth normals' for better geometry appearance and improved viewport light controls, alongside new 'RTX Remix Skills' to assist modders with AI integration.
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The article indicates a '404 Page Not Found' error, humorously comparing the situation to the non-existence of Half-Life 3. It prompts users who followed a link to report the issue to Eurogamer.net for correction.
I ran 45 idle game demos from Steam Next Fest all at once for a desktop companion battle royale
An author details their experience testing 45 idle game demos from Steam Next Fest simultaneously to find suitable desktop companion titles. The article highlights the challenges of sifting through numerous demos and recommends 11 surviving idle games, including farm sims, shop management, and auto-battlers.
"Valve has a customer for life": Dad says Valve sent him a free Steam Deck case after his newborn threw up on…
A father reported that Valve sent him a free replacement Steam Deck case after his newborn child vomited on the original. The user contacted Valve support hoping to purchase a replacement, but was instead sent one for free, leading him to declare Valve has earned his lifelong business due to exceptional customer service.
Thatgamecompany's 20-year journey from anti-Columbine school project to a celebration of Van Gogh
Thatgamecompany, co-founded by Jenova Chen, celebrates 20 years of creating emotionally resonant games like Flow, Flower, Journey, and Sky: Children of the Light. The studio's journey began as an anti-violence project and evolved into a platform for artistic expression, overcoming financial struggles and shifting industry trends. Their latest venture, 'Dear Van Gogh,' is an immersive experience within Sky: Children of the Light, exploring the life of Vincent Van Gogh.
Even more games on Steam are using AI: there are over 8,600 demos in this week's Next Fest event, and nearly 1,700…
The Steam Next Fest event features over 8,600 game demos, with nearly 1,700 disclosing the use of AI in their development. This surge in AI-generated content raises concerns about discoverability and the potential for low-quality shovelware flooding the platform, making it harder for players to find genuine gems.
Oops, someone just uploaded Steam Machine Geekbench results early, so I'd be surprised if Valve's box…
Benchmark results for Valve's upcoming Steam Machine have appeared on Geekbench, listing an AMD Custom CPU with SteamOS. The scores align with previous leaks, suggesting a potential June launch. The article speculates that these early results indicate an impending review embargo, similar to the Steam Deck OLED's release.
Banned horror title Horses begins recouping development costs after selling 30,000 copies
The horror game Horses, previously banned from Steam and the Epic Games Store, has begun to recoup its development costs after selling 30,000 copies and generating $100,000 in revenue. Santa Ragione co-founder Pietro Righi Riva stated that while the revenue is not enough for a new project, it covers investor returns and development costs. The game, which won multiple awards, was eventually released on Itch.io, GOG, and the Humble Store.
