Valve Unveils Three New Hardware Devices: A New Chapter for the Steam Ecosystem

Valve has surprised the gaming community this week with the announcement of three brand-new hardware devices, marking one of the company’s most ambitious moves since the launch of Steam Deck. This new line-up expands Valve’s ecosystem across PC gaming, living-room entertainment and next-generation VR.

Here’s a closer look at each device revealed:

Steam Machine - The living-room PC, reimagined

Valve is revisiting the concept of a compact gaming PC designed specifically for the living room, but with a far more refined and mature approach than the Steam Machines of years past.

The new Steam Machine runs on SteamOS, uses a more efficient modern architecture, and is built to deliver smooth, console-like convenience while retaining the flexibility of the Steam library.
Perfect for players who want the comfort of a console without leaving the PC ecosystem behind.

Steam Frame - Next-generation virtual reality

The most eye-catching announcement came in the form of Steam Frame, a standalone VR device designed to offer freedom, accessibility and versatility.

All signs point to a system capable of operating on its own or connected to a PC, blending performance with wireless convenience. It represents the natural evolution of Valve’s VR work since Index, but with a broader, more accessible direction for everyday players.

The New Steam Controller - A complete overhaul

Valve is also reviving its in-house controller with a thoroughly redesigned model.
It maintains the original philosophy—trackpads, deep customisation and PC-focused precision but with much-improved ergonomics and tighter integration with Valve’s expanding hardware ecosystem.

It’s clear Valve wants a signature controller ready to accompany its new range.

A wider, more connected ecosystem

Taken together, the three devices point towards a broader strategy:
an integrated family of hardware where everything — from your games to your settings — works seamlessly whether you’re playing in VR, on the sofa, or at your desk.

Valve hasn’t confirmed pricing or exact launch dates yet, but all three products share a projected 2026 release window.

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