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Nu kan du förboka Steam Frame för 1 049 euro
Valve has opened pre-orders for its VR headset, the Steam Frame, with prices starting at 1,049 euros for the 256GB model and 1,279 euros for the 1TB version. The headset streams games wirelessly from a PC and also supports standalone play with over a hundred verified titles, including Half-Life: Alyx. Reservations will be handled via a lottery system, with purchase opportunities emailed starting September 18.
The Steam Frame launches during one of the slowest periods for VR on Steam, but Valve hopes to 'rekindle the…
Valve's new Steam Frame hardware aims to revitalize the PCVR market, which has seen a decline in new game releases on Steam since 2017. Despite the rise of standalone headsets like Meta Quest 3, Valve believes PCVR still offers unique experiences and hopes the Steam Frame will bridge the gap between PC and mobile VR.
Valve's Steam Frame is available for pre-order, starts at $1,059 USD
Valve has opened pre-orders for its new VR peripheral, the Steam Frame, starting at $1,059 USD for the 256GB model and $1,299 USD for the 1TB model. The headset features a Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor, 16GB RAM, and runs SteamOS 3, functioning as a full PC. The launch was impacted by ongoing hardware shortages.
Valve's Steam Frame pricing starts at $1,059
Valve has announced the pricing for its new Steam Deck virtual reality device, with the base 256GB model starting at $1,059 and a 1TB model at $1,200. Additional accessories will further increase the cost. This pricing is significantly higher than the Meta Quest, with both companies adjusting hardware costs due to a computer memory shortage driven by AI firms.
Valve opens waiting list for Steam Frame, starting at $1059
Valve has opened a waiting list for its new VR system, Steam Frame, with prices starting at $1,059 for the 256GB model and $1,299 for the 1TB model. The headset features a Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor, 16GB of RAM, and supports Android games, similar to the Meta Quest. This announcement follows the closure of VR developer Polyarc Games.
Valve decided that cutting the Steam Frame’s specs to avoid price rises wasn't "the right product choice" for the VR headset
Valve has decided against reducing the specifications of its upcoming Steam Deck VR headset to avoid price increases, despite ongoing component shortages. Engineers Josh Hudman and Pierre-Loup Griffais stated that maintaining the headset's intended performance and user experience was prioritized over cost-cutting measures, even with more affordable alternatives like the Meta Quest 3 available. Valve believes the quality of the experience justifies the higher price point.
Valve had next-gen VR 'headsets ready three, four years ago and they were big, bulky devices' but went back to the drawing board after actually putting them on
Valve engineers Joy Lyons and Jeremy Selan revealed that the company had VR headsets ready three to four years ago, but they were large and bulky. Valve went back to the drawing board to create a more comfortable and lightweight design, eventually leading to the Steam Frame. The team leveraged learnings from the Steam Deck and software advancements like Proton to enable PC VR streaming and Android game compatibility.
Steam Frame Price Announced And It’s Bloody Nuts
Valve has announced the pricing for its new Steam VR headset, which starts at £889. The headset has received mixed reviews, with its high cost being a significant point of contention among PC gamers.
Valve targeted a lower price for the Steam Frame, then the memory crisis happened: 'I wish we could have shipped it…
Valve's new Steam Frame VR headset is launching at higher price points than initially intended due to a global memory crisis. Engineers Joy Lyons and Jeremy Selan confirmed Valve aimed for a lower price but component costs, particularly RAM, forced adjustments. The Steam Frame's pricing is significantly higher than competitors like the Meta Quest 3, which also faced price increases.
Valve working on Steam Frame strap that adds Index-like speakers and hot-swappable batteries, 'coming soon'
Valve is developing a first-party accessory for the Steam Deck called the Steam Frame, which will add Valve Index-like off-ear speakers and a hot-swappable battery. While the exact release date is unknown, Valve engineers indicated it is 'coming soon' and aims to provide an immersive audio experience similar to the Valve Index.
The internet's new obsession: Gabe Newell explaining why Valve defied big tech by staying a private company and…
Valve co-founder Gabe Newell's past comments on why the company remains privately held have resurfaced, resonating with a modern audience disillusioned by tech layoffs and 'enshittification.' Newell argued that private ownership allows Valve to prioritize employees and create value by hiring expensive talent, contrasting with the cost-cutting measures often seen at public companies like Microsoft and Meta.
Steam Frame review: Another best-in-class VR headset by Valve, though virtual realities clash with economic ones
Valve's new Steam Frame VR headset is a high-quality piece of hardware with innovative features like foveated streaming and a unique compatibility layer for PC games. Despite its impressive capabilities and comfortable design, the headset's high price point and limited standalone performance compared to the Meta Quest 3 and Steam Deck present significant economic barriers for consumers.
Valve’s Steam Frame VR headset opens for orders, with the cheapest model priced at a lenswatering £889 / $1,059
Valve has opened orders for its new Steam VR headset, with prices starting at £889 / $1,059 for the 256GB model. The headset is described as a versatile piece of VR kit, capable of playing PC VR titles like Half-Life: Alyx and even some flat Steam games. However, the high price point and ongoing component shortages have impacted its affordability and availability.
Valve's long-awaited standalone VR headset Steam Frame starts at £889 and sign-ups open today - but you'll need to be quick
Valve's new standalone VR headset, Steam Frame, will start shipping soon with a confirmed price of £889 for the 512GB model and £1,089 for the 1TB model. Sign-ups for reservations open today, September 14th, and will close on September 17th, after which Valve will randomly assign reservation and waitlist orders.
"It's absolutely our goal to expand the market" - Valve's new Steam Frame VR headset has a nifty idea for broader appeal
Valve aims to expand the virtual reality market with its new Steam VR headset, emphasizing its lightweight, standalone design and the ability to seamlessly switch between VR and non-VR content. Despite a high base price of £889, Valve believes the device offers compelling value and a premium experience, with hardware engineer Joy Lyons stating the goal is to provide accessible, forward-moving gaming equipment.
I've been using the Steam Frame for 3 weeks—here's what I think
After three weeks of testing, the Steam Frame is hailed as the best all-round VR headset, praised for its comfort, ease of use, and excellent tracking. Despite its high price point and some display limitations compared to competitors like the Meta Quest 3, its seamless wireless streaming and integrated SteamOS offer a convenient and immersive PC VR experience.
Steam Frame starts at $1,059 and you'll want to enter the stock lottery before September 17 for a higher chance of…
Valve has announced pricing and availability for its new Steam Deck VR headset, with the 256 GB model starting at $1,059 USD and the 1 TB model at $1,299 USD. A reservation system is in place, requiring sign-ups between September 14 and September 17, with a randomization process to determine who gets a unit. Valve aims to limit resellers and improve the purchase experience with this system.
After two weeks with Steam Frame, Valve's latest is now my go-to VR headset, but my recommendation comes with some important caveats
Valve's Steam Frame VR headset offers a comfortable and lightweight design with impressive PC-to-headset streaming capabilities, making it a compelling option for PC VR enthusiasts. However, its standalone performance is inconsistent and less polished than competitors like the Meta Quest 3, and its high price point may be a barrier for many.
"Valve is under the impression that this game is way sexier": Nighthawks devs claim vampire RPG has erroneously been slapped with Steam adult content label
The vampire RPG Nighthawks has been incorrectly labeled as adult content by Valve, preventing it from appearing in Steam searches and causing its removal in some countries. Developers Wadjet Eye Games and Richard Cobbett are working with Valve to rectify the classification, which they believe is a misinterpretation of the game's mature themes and limited explicit content.
MMO Week in Review: Foreverrrrr
BlizzCon 2026 saw major announcements including a new open-world StarCraft shooter, Diablo V for 2029, and World of Warcraft Forever launching soon. The event also revealed World of Warcraft's next retail expansion, The Last Titan, and sparked controversy over World of Warcraft Forever's monetization. Other news included the sunsetting of Ship of Heroes, layoffs at Pantheon Rise of the Fallen, and business dealings involving ArcheAge.
