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Steam Machine review roundup: Hefty pricetag for a niche product
Reviews for Valve's Steam Machine highlight its high price point, with the 512GB model costing $1,049 and the 2TB version $1,428, not including a controller. While praised for its compact design and smooth SteamOS performance, reviewers note that the hardware uses older AMD architecture and may not be powerful enough for high-end gaming, making it a niche product compared to more affordable consoles like the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X.
Valve's Steam Machine price starts at $1049 / £879; original pricing "no longer viable" due to hardware supply issues
Valve has announced that the Steam Machine will start at $1,049 USD / £879 GBP for the 512GB model and $1,349 USD / £1,149 GBP for the 2TB model, significantly higher than originally planned due to hardware supply issues. Availability will be limited and determined by a lottery system. Early reviews suggest it's a compelling entry-level gaming PC but too expensive to directly compete with consoles like the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X.
Monster Hunter Ascendance is to Wilds what Iceborne was to Monster Hunter World, coming 2027
Capcom has revealed 'Ascendance,' the first major expansion for Monster Hunter Wilds, set to launch in 2027. This expansion is expected to follow the pattern of previous large-scale updates like Monster Hunter World: Iceborne and Monster Hunter Rise: Sunbreak. Separately, IO Interactive announced that its game '007 First Light' has sold nearly 3 million copies in its first week, with much of its Year One content planned to be free for all owners.
Hello from Eurogamer's new editor-in-chief
Chris Tapsell has been appointed the new editor-in-chief of Eurogamer, expressing his honor and commitment to the website's future. He reflects on the site's history, its unique culture, and outlines his vision for its news, reviews, guides, features, and opinion sections, emphasizing quality journalism and reader engagement.
