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Valve have plans for the Steam Deck 2, plus a brief Steam Machine / Steam Frame update
Valve developer Pierre-Loup Griffais confirmed that plans for the Steam Deck 2 are underway, though a release date remains unannounced. He indicated that Valve is waiting for significant silicon advancements to ensure a true next-generation performance leap. Updates on the Steam Machine and Steam Frame are expected soon.
Steam Controller släpps före Steam Machine därför att "den här har inget RAM i sig"
Valve has announced that the Steam Controller will be released on May 4th for 99 euros, compatible with Steam Deck and PCs. The company explained the decision to release the controller before the Steam Machine, which lacks a release date, is due to the controller not containing RAM, making it less complex to launch. Delays for the Steam Machine and Steam VR headset were attributed to memory and storage shortages.
Steam Controller’s release is imminent, but don’t hold out hope for a Steam Deck 2 any time soon
Valve programmer Pierre-Loup Griffais stated that a successor to the Steam Deck is not imminent, as the company is waiting for significant advancements in SoC technology to deliver a true next-generation performance leap. While development is ongoing and learnings from current hardware projects like the Steam Controller and Steam VR will inform the Steam Deck 2, there are no suitable components available yet. The Steam Controller is set to launch next week.
Steam Controller launches in May with a huge host of specs and features
Valve has announced the release date for its new Steam Controller, launching worldwide on May 4 for $99. The controller features two trackpads, USB and Bluetooth connectivity, magnetic thumbsticks, and gyro motion control. It is compatible with any device that can run Steam, including PC, Mac, Steam Deck, and Steam Machine.
Steam Controller släpps nästa vecka – kostar 99 euro
Valve has confirmed that the new Steam Controller will be released on May 4th for 99 Euros. This redesigned controller functions as both a gamepad and a mouse, featuring two touch-sensitive trackpads. Valve also plans to release the Steam Machine PC console and the Steam VR headset this year.
Valve's Steam Controller costs $99 and arrives May 4
Valve's Steam Controller will be available for $99 in the United States starting May 4. It connects to PCs, Macs, mobile devices, and the Steam Deck via Steam or the Steam Link app, with future support planned for Steam Machine and Steam Frame VR. The controller is designed to work exclusively with games launched through Steam.
Valve Steam Controller review: A gamepad in search of a console
Valve's Steam Controller is reviewed as a gamepad primarily for PC gaming via Steam, with limited compatibility outside of the upcoming Steam Machine and Steam Deck. The controller features dual trackpads, TMR joysticks, and a unique charging puck, offering a comfortable and balanced design. While it performs well in various game genres and offers long battery life, its reliance on the Steam ecosystem and lack of broader PC compatibility are noted as drawbacks.
Steam Controller review - another essential gaming PC hardware addition from Valve
Valve's Steam Controller is reviewed as an essential addition for PC gamers, offering solid gamepad performance combined with versatile trackpads for general PC browsing and mouse-like control. Despite a premium price and some minor build quality concerns, its unique features, extensive customization options via Steam, and impressive battery life make it a highly recommended upgrade for casual everyday play and living room PC use.
It seems Steam Controller is shipping first as RAM crisis holds Steam Machine back
Valve's Steam Machine launch is reportedly delayed due to an AI-induced RAM crisis, but the Steam Controller is expected to ship first. An official distributor briefly listed the Steam Controller with details, suggesting it is less affected by supply issues. This marks the second iteration of the Steam Controller, with a more refined design compared to its predecessor.
We still have no word about the Steam Machine and Steam Frame, but a Steam Controller unboxing video has emerged that could point to Valve's new gamepad launching soon
A leaked unboxing video for Valve's Steam Controller, discovered on SteamDB, suggests the gamepad may launch soon, despite ongoing delays for the Steam Machine and Steam Frame VR headset. Valve has faced manufacturing and pricing issues for its new hardware, originally slated for an early 2026 release.
New rumors suggest PS6 will massively out-perform the Steam Machine, but I'm not sure that's what we need…
New rumors suggest the PlayStation 6 will significantly outperform the Steam Machine, with performance gains potentially reaching 3.1x the PS5's current ray-traced framerates. The article questions whether such a high-end performance leap is necessary or aligned with current market conditions, especially given a speculated $1,000 price point for the top-tier model.
Playnix launch their own Steam Machine-like Linux gaming console
Playnix has launched a Linux-based gaming console, similar in concept to Valve's Steam Machine. The console features a custom Arch Linux distribution that boots into Steam Big Picture mode, offering a SteamOS-like experience. It boasts a compact form factor and upgradable PC components, with pricing starting at €1,139 for the second batch.
PS5 and Switch 2 prices set to rise again as memory chip costs more than double
Rising memory chip costs, driven by high demand from AI data centers, are projected to increase hardware component prices by up to 75%. This trend is expected to lead to price hikes for current and future consoles like the PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch, and potentially delay next-generation hardware releases. Valve has also acknowledged that these shortages have altered its launch plans for its Steam Machine.
Infinity Nikki and Love and Deepspace dev: "AI lacks the soul to replace human creators"
Infold Games CTO Ji Zhang stated that AI cannot replace human creators in game development due to its lack of 'soul'. He also addressed concerns about rising RAM prices, believing the cost increase to be temporary. Zhang detailed the different technologies used for their games, Infinity Nikki and Love and Deepspace, noting their use of Unity and Unreal Engine respectively, with in-house tools for optimization.
Now A Shoe Company Is Buying Up GPUs And Pivoting To AI
Struggling footwear company Allbirds is pivoting its business to focus on AI and GPUs, rebranding as NewBird AI. The company has sold its footwear assets to American Exchange Group and secured $50 million in financing to purchase GPU assets for AI compute infrastructure. This move comes amid a surge in demand for AI services and a significant increase in Allbirds' stock value.
Valve is now sitting on lots of Steam controllers, so releasing them before the Steam Machine is a no-brainer
Valve has received a large shipment of Steam Controllers in the US, suggesting a potential release for the Steam Machine is imminent, possibly in 2026. While official release dates are unconfirmed, the availability of the controller could precede the Steam Machine launch or be released independently to maintain interest in Valve's living room PC concept.
The Steam Machine could pull some pretty big moves with just 8GB VRAM, thanks to a savvy Valve engineer
Valve engineer Natalie Vock has proposed Linux kernel patches to improve VRAM management, potentially boosting performance on devices with limited memory like the upcoming Steam Machine. These optimizations could allow games like Cyberpunk 2077 to utilize available VRAM more efficiently, preventing data from being offloaded to slower system memory.
PS6 rumors suggest the next console war will be fought on a completely new battlefield, and the Steam Machine might be…
Rumors suggest the PlayStation 6 will launch in 2027 with multiple hardware options, including a budget model and a handheld, potentially shifting Sony's strategy towards ecosystem dominance. This comes as Xbox is also focusing on a hybrid console/PC approach with Project Helix and portable options like the ROG Ally, while Valve's Steam Machine is positioned to compete directly in the console market by leveraging existing PC player bases.
This new Steam feature could soon make buying games a lot easier — and it’ll be a great addition for the…
Valve is reportedly developing a new 'Framerate Estimator' feature for Steam that will provide users with projected frame rates based on data from other players. This feature, discovered in the latest Steam client update, aims to help users make informed purchasing decisions and is expected to launch alongside the Steam Machine, also benefiting the Steam Deck and other handheld PCs.
"Framerate Estimator" evidence in Steam's new update points to more detailed performance tests than Valve's Verified programmes
Steam appears to be developing a new "Framerate Estimator" tool, hinted at by unused text strings in a recent client update. This feature would provide users with estimated performance metrics for games on their PC hardware, potentially expanding on the existing Steam Deck Verified program and offering more detailed performance previews than current methods.
