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Call 911, Lenovo now wants nearly $3,000 for its Legion Go 2 handheld, but it might actually be discontinued
Lenovo is reportedly asking $2,849.99 for the Legion Go 2 handheld PC, nearly double its original MSRP, amidst rumors of discontinuation. The device's landing page states it is no longer available, while other Lenovo handhelds remain on sale at inflated prices. This price hike is speculated to be linked to a RAM shortage caused by AI demand, though the author suggests the handheld was already too expensive.
Steam Deck 2 Allegedly Targetting 2028 Release Window
Valve is reportedly targeting a 2028 release for the Steam Deck 2, though ongoing memory shortages could cause delays. The company is also working on the Steam Machine, which will require games to meet Steam Deck Verified standards for compatibility. Valve has acknowledged that RAM and storage shortages are complicating plans for the Steam Machine's launch.
Steam Deck 2 Might be Coming Out in 2028 – Rumor
A new report suggests Valve is targeting a 2028 release for the Steam Deck 2, though ongoing memory shortages could cause delays or allow for better hardware integration. Valve designer Lawrence Yang previously stated the company would not pursue yearly iterations, preferring to wait for a significant generational leap in performance and efficiency.
PS6, Project Helix “Delivery to Market” Won’t be Affected by Memory Shortages, Says Take-Two CEO
Take-Two Interactive CEO Strauss Zelnick believes ongoing global memory shortages will not affect the market delivery of next-generation consoles like the PlayStation 6 and Microsoft's Project Helix, with a rumored Holiday 2027 launch window still likely. Despite potential challenges and rumors of delays, companies are expected to proceed with launches to avoid greater costs, with memory prices anticipated to improve by late 2026. Both consoles are rumored to feature AMD chips, with Project Helix potentially being more powerful on paper.
A Steam Machine update reignited release date fears, but Valve say the new hardware is still shipping this year
Valve has clarified its commitment to shipping the new Steam Machine, Steam Controller redesign, and Steam Frame VR headset in 2026, addressing fears of further delays. Despite ongoing component shortages, the company assures customers that all three products will be released this year, though the exact timing within 2026 remains unspecified.
Valve Teases a Delay For The Steam Machine This Year
Valve has indicated that the launch of the Steam Machine may be delayed due to ongoing RAM and storage shortages, potentially pushing the release beyond 2026. Despite these challenges, Valve aims to ship the device in the first half of the year and is re-evaluating pricing and launch dates. The Steam Machine is designed to run the entire Steam library at 4K 60FPS with FSR, featuring an upgradable SSD and memory.
Steam Machine, Steam Frame, and More Still Shipping This Year As Valve Works to “Finalize Plans”
Valve has announced that the Steam Machine, Steam Frame, and new Steam Controller will all ship this year, despite previous delays attributed to RAM and storage shortages. The company is still finalizing plans for the release of these hardware products. Rumors persist about a potential launch of Half-Life 3 alongside the new Steam Machine.
Valve hints at Steam Machine delay… but the plot thickens
Valve has announced potential delays for its Steam Machine, Steam Frame VR headset, and Steam Controller due to global shortages of memory and storage components. The company hopes to ship in 2026 but is uncertain about pricing due to rising component costs. Separately, the article touches on speculation about the future of Xbox and a potential remake of Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag.
Valve still 'hopes' to ship Steam Machines in 2026, but a delay into 2027 is starting to look like a real possibility: 'Memory and storage shortages have created challenges for us'
Valve is still aiming to release its new Steam Machines in 2026, but a delay into 2027 is becoming likely due to memory and storage shortages impacting production. These shortages, exacerbated by AI component demand, are also driving up costs, potentially making Steam Machines more expensive than competing consoles like PlayStation and Xbox.
PS6 to launch in late 2027 claims insider, despite memory shortage
An insider claims Sony's PlayStation 6 is still on track for a late 2027 launch, despite ongoing RAM shortages. Documents suggest manufacturing will begin in Q2 2027, with the cost of delaying the console outweighing inflated memory prices. The PlayStation 6 is expected to support 4K resolution at 120fps with ray tracing.
Xbox Confirms 'Project Helix', Its Next-Gen Console That Will Also Play PC Games
Rumors suggest Microsoft is developing a next-generation Xbox console, codenamed 'Project Helix,' which may also support PC games. However, the article highlights significant challenges, including a severe RAM shortage driving up component costs and potentially pushing the console's price above $1,000. This timing is seen as risky given the PlayStation 5's current market strength and Microsoft's recent financial performance.
Godot veteran laments 'AI slop,' Highguard's mystery investor, and a big doc for Big Hops - Patch Notes #41
This week's gaming news highlights concerns over generative AI's impact on hardware availability and the influx of low-quality submissions to open-source projects like Godot. Unity claims its AI can now generate full casual games from prompts, while a documentary explores the six-year development of the indie platformer Big Hops. Other news includes Hasbro shutting down its Atomic Arcade studio, Tencent's secret funding of Highguard, a banned Call of Duty ad, ByteDance potentially selling Moonton, and Valve warning of Steam Deck OLED stock issues due to RAM shortages.
Valve warns of Steam Deck OLED stock issues due to RAM shortage
Valve has warned that the Steam Deck OLED may experience intermittent stock issues in some regions due to memory and storage shortages, exacerbated by demand from AI datacenters. The company also noted that the Steam Deck LCD 256GB model is no longer in production. Other companies like Sony and Nintendo could also face hardware availability challenges.
