Steam Machine Review: Living Room Performance and Use Case
A look at the Steam Machine's living room performance after a month of use, focusing on its integration with existing Steam libraries and PC save data.
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Valve Expects Steam Machine Reservation Queue Cleared by End of 2026
Valve confirms the current reservation queue for Steam Machines is expected to be fully caught up by the end of 2026.
Steam Machine Hardware Analysis: Early Issues With Sleep Mode and UI
An in-depth look at the newly released Steam Machine running SteamOS, examining sleep mode bugs, audio dropouts, controller issues, and store oversights.
CEX Selling Steam Machine at 42 Percent Markup
Major second-hand retailer CEX is buying and reselling the 2026 Valve Steam Machine with price markups of up to 42 percent, sparking scalping concerns.
Valve Confirms All Steam Machine Reservations Fulfilled by End of 2026
Valve reports that all current Steam Machine reservation holders will have the option to purchase their hardware before the end of 2026.
Valve Clarifies Steam Machine Waitlist Rules and Queue Speed
Valve addresses Steam Machine reservation confusion, confirming daily emails, regional waitlists, and ensuring no one skips ahead in the queue.
Steam Deck Dock vs Steam Machine: A Cheaper TV Gaming Setup
Skip the pricey Steam Machine. A Steam Deck dock offers a budget-friendly way to play your Steam library on a big TV screen in 2026.
Valve's Steamworks SDK v1.65 Updates Steam Deck and Steam Machine Checks
Valve released Steamworks SDK v1.65, overhauling hardware checks for Steam Deck, Steam Machine, Steam Frame, and adding Proton and performance tracking.
dbrand Announces New Steam Machine Skin Collection
Following the cancellation of its Portal-themed case, dbrand has released a new line of customizable skins for the Steam Machine.
Valve's Latest Steam Client Update Refines Steam Machine and Controller
Valve has released a new stable Steam Client update featuring improved Steam Machine library integration, Steam Controller firmware tweaks, and Remote Play fixes.
Dbrand Releases New Custom Wraps for Steam Machine
Dbrand has launched a new lineup of cosmetic skins for the Steam Machine, featuring nine unique designs ranging from dice to basketball patterns.
Valve Confirms Steam Machine Will Not Have Exclusive Games
Valve engineer Pierre-Loup Griffais explains why the 2026 Steam Machine relies on the full PC catalog rather than platform-exclusive titles.
Valve Signals Potential Steam Machine Price Hikes Due to Component Costs
Valve engineer Yazan Aldehayyat warns that rising component costs may impact hardware pricing, following recent industry-wide electronics price increases.
Steam Machine Hardware Costs: Valve Warns of Continued RAM Shortages
Valve engineers confirm RAM supply issues for the Steam Machine are worsening, with no immediate relief expected for component pricing.
Valve Engineers Warn Steam Machine Memory Crisis Is 'Still Getting Worse'
Valve engineers Yazan Aldehayyat and Pierre-Loup Griffais warn that the ongoing global memory shortage will continue to impact Steam Machine availability and costs.
Valve Confirms No Exclusive Games for Steam Machine
Valve has announced that the Steam Machine will not feature exclusive titles, with the company opting to treat the entire PC catalog as its launch library.
Steam Machine Convenience: Cloud Saves Changing User Habits
Steam Cloud saves are enabling a more flexible gaming experience for Steam Machine and Steam Deck users, according to recent reports on the hardware ecosystem.
Valve's Steam Machine Verification System Leaves Performance Gaps
Valve's new Steam Machine verification system is live, but users are finding that games too demanding for the Steam Deck lack clear compatibility guidance.
Steam Machine Review: A Charming Cube With Too Many Compromises
The Steam Machine offers a slick living room interface, but its high price and underpowered hardware make it a tough recommendation. Read our 6/10 review.
Steam Machine vs. PS5: Can Valve’s Mini PC Keep Up in 2026?
We put the Steam Machine head-to-head against the PS5 to see if Valve's compact PC holds its own in 2026's most demanding titles.
Steam Machine 'Red Line of Death' Fix Discovered by User
A Steam Machine user has found a fix for the 'red line of death' hardware error, confirming a simple BIOS reset can resolve the system crash.
Valve's Steam Machine Already Triggering Hardware Failures
Early adopters of the Steam Machine are reporting GPU failures, with users comparing the red light error to the infamous Xbox 360 Red Ring of Death.
Steam Machines Start Shipping as Early Adopters Share First Impressions
The first wave of Steam Machines has arrived for early adopters globally. Here is the latest on shipping status, user reactions, and the ongoing waitlist.
LDLC’s 'Stim Machine' Attempted to Undercut Steam, But It’s Still Pricey
French retailer LDLC briefly offered a compact PC as a Steam Machine alternative. Here is how its specs and pricing compared to Valve’s hardware.
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Steam Machine Customization Guide: Upgrades and Accessories for 2026
From SSD upgrades to magnetic faceplates, here is how to customize your Steam Machine in 2026, including the best compatible hardware and accessories.
How to Build Your Own DIY Steam Machine in 2026
Build a custom Steam Machine that outperforms Valve's official hardware for less money using this DIY guide and current AMD-compatible SteamOS builds.
Valve's Steam Machine Hits 'Red Line of Death' Hardware Failures
Early adopters of the new Steam Machine are reporting GPU failures signaled by a red light, drawing comparisons to the Xbox 360's infamous red ring of death.
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CEX Selling Steam Machine at 42 Percent Markup
Major second-hand retailer CEX is buying and reselling the 2026 Valve Steam Machine with price markups of up to 42 percent, sparking scalping concerns.
Valve Confirms All Steam Machine Reservations Fulfilled by End of 2026
Valve reports that all current Steam Machine reservation holders will have the option to purchase their hardware before the end of 2026.
Valve's Steamworks SDK v1.65 Updates Steam Deck and Steam Machine Checks
Valve released Steamworks SDK v1.65, overhauling hardware checks for Steam Deck, Steam Machine, Steam Frame, and adding Proton and performance tracking.
Valve's Latest Steam Client Update Refines Steam Machine and Controller
Valve has released a new stable Steam Client update featuring improved Steam Machine library integration, Steam Controller firmware tweaks, and Remote Play fixes.