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Valve Is Making It Easier To Build Your Own Steam Machine
Valve is making it easier for users to build their own Steam Machines by improving SteamOS compatibility with desktop hardware, including recent Intel and AMD platforms. While Nvidia driver support is still in development, the updated SteamOS aims to provide an experience similar to a docked Steam Deck for PCs plugged into a TV.
You can now install SteamOS 3.8 on your standard gaming PC (with AMD GPU)
Valve has released SteamOS 3.8, allowing users to install the Linux-based gaming operating system on their own PC hardware, provided they have an AMD GPU. While custom installs are in beta, this update enables users to run the same code as the Steam Machine on their personal computers. Support for Nvidia GPUs is planned for the future, but current custom installations require disabling Secure Boot and may encounter issues with specific hardware components.
Crowned Sun — Afro-Brazilian Fantasy MMORPG Now on Steam, Wishlists Open
IndigoWare has announced that Crowned Sun, a free-to-play 3D isometric MMORPG inspired by Afro-Brazilian mythology, is now available for wishlisting on Steam. The game will launch in Early Access on PC, macOS, Linux, and SteamOS, with a full release targeted for 2027. Crowned Sun features four playable peoples, classic dual Base/Job leveling, and a cross-platform experience.
Valve releases SteamOS 3.8 — and it comes with the biggest hint yet that the Steam Machine is about to arrive
Valve has released SteamOS 3.8, which includes initial support for upcoming Steam Machine hardware, signaling a potential imminent launch. The update also brings general stability tweaks, improved compatibility with Intel and AMD platforms, and enhanced video memory management for discrete GPUs.
Latest official SteamOS update paves the way for Steam Machine with a bunch of new display features and faster patches
Valve has released a new SteamOS update, initially supporting the forthcoming Steam Machine and bringing several improvements for current Steam Deck users. The update enhances OS update speeds, adds support for certain USB racing wheels, and introduces initial support for external HDR and VRR displays. It also includes better scaling for Desktop Mode on TVs and performance tuning for the graphics driver.
Valve's latest SteamOS is out with 'initial support for upcoming Steam Machine hardware'
Valve has released SteamOS 3.8, an update to its Arch-based Linux distribution for the Steam Deck and other hardware. This version introduces initial support for upcoming Steam Machine hardware and improves desktop mode performance by defaulting to Wayland over X11. The update also includes various other enhancements for display, audio, and system firmware across different Steam Deck models and compatible third-party handhelds.
It looks like more handhelds will soon be able to run SteamOS if this MSI Claw gameplay test is anything to go by
Valve has added support for Intel processors to a beta version of SteamOS, allowing more handheld devices like the MSI Claw to run the operating system. While initial testing shows promise, some games may still perform better on Windows, and certain features like TDP adjustment require third-party plugins.
SteamOS now plays nice with Intel handhelds, and that could help a shunned portable become a solid Steam Deck…
Valve has added official support for Intel chipsets to SteamOS via a beta update, improving compatibility for handhelds like the MSI Claw 8 AI+. While performance on Windows 11 currently surpasses SteamOS on these devices, this broader compatibility could offer a more affordable alternative to the Steam Deck, especially if prices drop further.
Valve's latest SteamOS beta provides better Intel hardware compatibility — and that's great news for…
Valve's latest SteamOS beta update, version 3.8.8, introduces improved hardware compatibility for Intel platforms, benefiting upcoming handhelds like the MSI Claw 8 EX AI+, OneXPlayer 3, and Acer Predator Atlas 8. This update aims to enhance performance and user experience on Intel-based devices running SteamOS, addressing previous performance gaps compared to Windows 11.
Proton Experimental gets fixes for Path of Exile 1 & 2, Guild Wars 2, Call of Duty (2003), Exanima and more
Valve has released an update for Proton Experimental, bringing numerous bug fixes for games like Path of Exile, Path of Exile 2, Guild Wars 2, Call of Duty (2003), and Exanima on Linux and SteamOS. The update addresses issues such as game crashes, graphical errors, and performance regressions, enhancing compatibility for Windows games on Valve's platforms.
SteamOS 3.8.8 Beta brings fixes for MSI Claw controls in Desktop Mode
Valve has released SteamOS 3.8.8 Beta, addressing issues with MSI Claw controls in Desktop Mode and other regressions. This update includes fixes for performance HUD crashes, slow charger detection, and improved compatibility for various handheld devices like the Steam Deck, ASUS ROG Ally, and Lenovo Legion Go. The update also brings significant changes to KDE Plasma, graphics drivers, and system firmware.
XBOX Games Showcase 2026 main highlights
The XBOX Games Showcase 2026, part of Summer Game Fest, revealed several upcoming titles for PC, including Clockwork Revolution, DOOM: The Dark Ages, Fable, Gears of War: E-Day, and Persona 6. The showcase highlighted trailers and release windows for various games, with a focus on titles compatible with Linux via Proton.
Valve continue working towards the Steam Frame with a new SteamVR Beta
Valve has released a new SteamVR Beta update, version 2.17.1, which includes various fixes and improvements for VR games on Linux, user interface elements, and developer settings. The update also continues work towards the Steam Deck's SteamOS, with anticipation building for its summer launch and pricing details.
I've run the numbers, and if the Steam Machine does arrive this summer, this is how much it should cost
This article analyzes the potential cost of Valve's upcoming Steam Machine, estimating a starting price of around $775 for the 512GB model and $975 for the 2TB model based on current PC component prices. The analysis considers wholesale versus retail pricing and compares it to the recent price increases of the Steam Deck OLED, suggesting a final retail price for the Steam Machine could exceed $1,000.
KDE turns 30 this year - and they want your support
KDE is celebrating its 30th anniversary this October with a funding drive to increase regular donations and support its open-source projects like KDE Plasma. Plasma is notably used in SteamOS for devices like the Steam Deck. The organization, which also developed the original engine powering most web browsers, aims to grow its supporting member base and is planning global anniversary events.
SteamOS 3.8.7 Beta brings improvements for Intel handhelds, audio popping and other fixes
Valve has released SteamOS 3.8.7 Beta, introducing significant improvements for upcoming Intel handhelds and addressing various system issues. Key fixes include resolving GPU crashes for Grand Theft Auto V, eliminating audio popping, and improving Bluetooth functionality on certain Intel handhelds. The update also adds initial firmware support for new Intel-based devices and enhances UI behavior for low battery situations.
Here's what's coming to GeForce NOW in June including NTE: Neverness to Everness, SpaceCraft, Gothic 1 Remake
NVIDIA has announced the lineup of games coming to GeForce NOW in June 2026, including NTE: Neverness to Everness, SpaceCraft, and Gothic 1 Remake. The cloud gaming service will also see additions like Jurassic World Evolution 3, The Outer Worlds: Spacer's Choice Edition, and Tomb Raider I-III Remastered. GeForce NOW is available on Linux and Steam Deck.
Proton Experimental gets fixes for Forza Horizon 6, Homeworld 2, SHOGUN: Total War and more
Valve has released an update for Proton Experimental, a compatibility layer for running Windows games on Linux and SteamOS. This update includes fixes for issues in Forza Horizon 6, Homeworld 2 Classic, and SHOGUN: Total War, as well as improvements for other titles like Hyperdevotion Noire and Warhammer 40,000: Dakka Squadron.
SteamOS 3.8.6 Beta brings expanded handheld support, initial HDMI VRR for devices with native HDMI output
The SteamOS 3.8.6 Beta introduces expanded hardware support for various handheld devices, including MSI Claw, OneXPlayer, and ASUS ROG Ally. This update also brings preliminary support for HDMI VRR on devices with native HDMI output and includes numerous fixes and improvements for controller support, audio, Bluetooth, and desktop mode functionality.
World of Tanks: HEAT released free on Steam and works on Linux / SteamOS
World of Tanks: HEAT, a free-to-play hero-driven tank action game, has launched on Steam and is compatible with Linux and SteamOS, earning a Steam Deck Verified rating. The game features cross-platform play across Steam, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and GeForce NOW. Despite a rough initial reception with mostly negative user reviews, Wargaming has confirmed the use of generative AI solely for development support, with all final content created by human developers.
