Valve Confirms Steam Machine and Steam Frame Still on Track for 2026 Release, Pricing Unannounced
By
Robert DeFelice
Crisped on the outside, thoughtful enough on the inside.
Summary
Valve has provided an update on the Steam Machine and Steam Frame, confirming they are still on track for a 2026 release despite earlier delays. Originally announced in 2025 with a first-half 2026 target, the company reassessed pricing in February. A June 4 blog post reaffirms the 2026 release window, though pricing details remain unannounced. Valve also discussed compatibility details for the upcoming hardware.
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they noted that they needed to reassess pricing matters and still hoped to ship the hardware in the first half of the year
Now, there's a new update that still promises a 2026 release.
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