Valve introduced Steam Frame VR headset, new Steam Machine models, and Steam Controller
Valve has announced a new lineup of gaming hardware, including a VR headset, a compact PC, and an advanced controller, all scheduled for a 2026 launch. Pricing details have not yet been revealed.
Steam Frame: A Standalone VR Headset
The Steam Frame is a wireless VR headset designed for comfort and performance, offering access to the entire Steam library.
- Ergonomic Design: Features a balanced front-to-back weight distribution for enhanced comfort during long play sessions.
- Standalone Power: Powered by a Snapdragon 8 Series processor and 16GB of RAM, it runs a growing number of VR and standard games natively on SteamOS without needing to stream from a PC.
- High-Quality Streaming: Comes with a 6 GHz Plug and Play adapter that uses dedicated channels for reliable, high-fidelity game streaming.
- Foveated Rendering: Introduces advanced foveated rendering for streaming, which boosts image quality by up to 10x in the user's line of sight to optimize bandwidth.
Steam Machine: A Powerful Compact PC
Six times more powerful than the Steam Deck.
The new Steam Machine is a compact gaming PC built to run even the most demanding titles from your library instantly after logging in.
- Optimized OS: Runs on a streamlined SteamOS with features like quick suspend/resume and cloud saves.
- Storage Options: Available in 512GB and 2TB models, both expandable via a microSD card slot.
- Core Specs: Features an AMD Zen 4 CPU (6 cores, 12 threads), an AMD RDNA 3 GPU (28CU) with 8GB GDDR6 VRAM, and 16GB of DDR5 RAM.
Next-Gen Steam Controller
Rounding out the lineup is an updated Steam Controller, engineered for versatility and precision across all gaming platforms.
- Wide Compatibility: Works seamlessly with PCs, laptops, the Steam Deck, and the new Steam Frame.
- Long Battery Life: Weighs 292 grams and offers over 35 hours of gameplay on a single charge.
- Advanced Inputs: Equipped with two full-size magnetic (TMR) sticks with capacitive sensors and two 34.5mm square trackpads.
- Immersive Haptics: Includes four distinct haptic motors to provide detailed tactile feedback.