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The Steam Machine Will Run All Steam Deck Titles With 1080p 30FPS Minimum
Valve announced that the upcoming Steam Machine will be capable of running all Steam Deck Verified titles, requiring a minimum of 1080p at 30 FPS. However, ongoing RAM shortages may cause a delay in its planned 2026 launch, with the company re-evaluating shipping schedules and pricing for the Steam Machine and Steam Frame VR headset.
Valve argues mystery boxes are 'widely used' in the tangible world
Valve is arguing against the New York Attorney General's lawsuit that claims its games promote illegal gambling through loot boxes. The company asserts that these mystery boxes are widely used in both video games and the physical world, comparing them to baseball card packs and blind boxes. Valve also stated that it does not cooperate with gambling sites and has locked over one million Steam accounts involved in such activities.
Valve has "serious concerns" with New York Attorney General's loot box lawsuit
Valve has expressed serious concerns regarding a lawsuit filed by the New York Attorney General accusing the company of promoting illegal gambling through loot boxes and item trading. The company is pushing back against these allegations.
The Steam Machine promises a 4K 60fps experience, but I'd pair it with a 1440p monitor if you're sensitive to…
The Steam Machine aims for 4K 60fps gaming, but achieving this may require leveraging techniques like FSR and potentially pairing it with a 1440p monitor for a smoother experience, especially for those sensitive to frame rate drops. The article recommends several monitors, including the Sony Inzone M10S, KTC G27P6, and Alienware AW2725DF, highlighting their features and suitability for the upcoming PC console.
Valve Breaks Silence Over NY Attorney General Lawsuit, Says Loot Boxes Are Like Baseball Cards, Pokémon, Magic the Gathering, and Labubu - IGN
Valve has responded to a lawsuit from the New York Attorney General, arguing that loot boxes in games like Counter-Strike 2 are akin to baseball cards or Pokémon cards and do not constitute illegal gambling. The company stated that virtual items are cosmetic, transferable, and that they actively combat the use of their items on gambling sites. Valve expressed concerns about the AG's demands, which they believe go beyond existing law and could negatively impact users and developers.
Microsoft sets up Project Helix Xbox for Christmas 2027 battle against PS6
Microsoft has revealed details about its next-generation Xbox console, codenamed Project Helix, which is expected to launch around Christmas 2027. The device is described as more of a gaming PC and will feature AMD's new FSR Diamond technology. Dev kits are slated to ship in 2027, with potential competition from Sony's PlayStation 6 and Valve's Steam Machine.
Resident Evil Requiem Hides a Secret Website Address — But the Domain Has Now Been Snatched Up By a Gabe Newell Fan - IGN
A secret website address, NEWDAWN-capcom.com, hidden within Resident Evil Requiem has been registered by a fan of Valve founder Gabe Newell. The domain was claimed shortly after being discovered by players, potentially thwarting Capcom's plans for the URL. Fans are speculating about the meaning of 'New Dawn' and its connection to the Resident Evil series.
Lutris now being built with Claude AI, developer decides to hide it after backlash
The developer of the game manager Lutris has faced backlash for using AI-generated code from Anthropic's Claude, leading to concerns about trust and copyright in open-source software. The developer initially defended the use of AI as a valuable tool, citing personal health issues, but later removed AI co-authorship from commits, sparking further debate about transparency.
HORSES wins the 2026 Nuovo Award despite the bans from Steam and Epic Games
The game HORSES, developed by Santa Ragione, has won the Nuovo Award at the Independent Games Festival despite being banned from Steam and Epic Games. The game is available on GOG and itch.io. Other IGF award winners included Titanium Court for Excellence in Design and Seumas McNally Grand Prize, and Perfect Tides: Station to Station for Excellence in Narrative.
Loot boxes are used not just in video games, argues Valve
Valve has responded to the New York Attorney General's lawsuit, arguing that loot boxes in their games do not constitute illegal gambling and do not encourage minors to gamble. The company stated that they have been educating the NYAG about their virtual items since early 2023 and that loot boxes are also prevalent in physical collectibles like baseball cards and Pokémon packs. Valve also defended their item transfer system, stating it benefits consumers by allowing them to trade unwanted items, and expressed concerns about the invasive technologies required to verify user locations and ages.
Team Fortress 2 Proves It’s Still in the Game with Fresh 2026 Update
Valve released a significant update for Team Fortress 2 in 2026, addressing numerous bugs and incorporating community-contributed fixes. The update includes improvements to client stability, audio, visual effects, and map exploits, demonstrating Valve's commitment to maintaining the game with community support.
Games Inbox: Is buying physical video games becoming more popular?
Readers discuss the resurgence of physical game sales, drawing parallels to vinyl and other retro media. Concerns are raised about the future of the Fallout franchise under Bethesda and Todd Howard's direction, with a preference for Obsidian's involvement. The success of Pokémon Pokopia is highlighted as a risk rewarded, while the Nintendo vs. Sega rivalry is revisited, noting Nintendo's current dominance.
Valve responds to New York Attorney General lawsuit
Valve has responded to allegations from the New York Attorney General, stating they disagree with claims of violating state gambling laws. The company intends to contest the lawsuit in court.
Valve Responds to NY State Lawsuit
Valve has issued a public response to a lawsuit filed by New York State, which accuses the company of its loot box mechanics constituting illegal gambling. The company's statement was posted on Steam, addressing the allegations.
CS2 Dead Hand Collection Drops 17 New Skins and 22 Rare Gloves
Valve has released the Dead Hand Collection for Counter-Strike 2, introducing 17 new weapon skins and 22 rare gloves created by community artists. The update also includes significant map adjustments, notably fixing a pixel gap on Dust II and updating Alpine to its latest Community Workshop version. A new Dead Hand Terminal system will provide weekly drops for accessing these cosmetic items.
Valve peels back the curtain in rare Steam presentation: "More games are finding success" than ever, and nearly 6,000 made over $100,000 last year
Valve held a rare presentation at GDC revealing that more games are finding success on Steam than ever before, with nearly 6,000 titles earning over $100,000 last year. The company highlighted improvements to its discovery system and daily deals, noting that 1,500 games were featured in 2025, with 69% of them being featured for the first time.
Steam Machine Will Recognize All Steam Deck Verified Titles, But 1080p/30 FPS is a Must
Valve has outlined the minimum requirements for games to be verified on the upcoming Steam Machine, stating that titles must run at 1080p and 30 FPS, mirroring the Steam Deck's standards. More demanding requirements exist for VR titles, while 2D games need 30 FPS at 720p. Valve also discussed optimizations for lower-specced machines and controller support for developers targeting SteamOS.
Valve Addresses Lawsuit by New York Attorney General, Says it Will Wait for a Court’s Decision
Valve has responded to a lawsuit filed by the New York Attorney General regarding loot boxes in games like Counter-Strike 2 and Dota 2. The company argues that these items are comparable to trading cards and that players are not required to purchase them. Valve expressed concerns about proposed changes, particularly regarding the transferability of digital items and invasive data collection, and stated they will await a court decision.
Valve says New York Attorney General's violent videogame fearmongering is 'a distraction and a mischaracterization we’ve all heard before'
Valve has responded to a lawsuit filed by the New York Attorney General concerning loot boxes, calling the claims of illegal gambling a mischaracterization. The company also criticized the Attorney General's unrelated comments linking violent video games to real-world gun violence, stating that numerous studies have found no such connection and that these remarks are a distraction.
Valve pleads "if you have a line on a bunch of RAM, we are in the market and would like to buy it," as AI and data centers make building Steam Machines a Herculean challenge
Valve is facing significant challenges in producing its Steam Machine due to a global shortage of RAM, exacerbated by demand from AI and data centers. The company is actively seeking suppliers for memory components as it aims for a 2026 release.
