Next-Gen Valve Hardware Announced: Deck 2 Delayed, AI-Powered Steam Machines to Enhance VR and PC Gaming Experience
Valve Announces Next-Gen Steam Machine, Deck 2 Delayed: New Hardware Leverages AI for Enhanced VR and Gaming
Following recent announcements at E3 2025, Valve revealed plans for a powerful next-generation Steam Machine set to launch alongside a revamped Steam Controller and the long-awaited standalone virtual reality headset, the Steam Frame. While the Steam Deck has garnered widespread acclaim, Valve’s new hardware leverages AI-driven optimization to deliver superior performance in both PC gaming and VR applications, positioning itself as a comprehensive solution for enthusiasts seeking both console-like convenience and cutting-edge immersive experiences.
- You’ll have to keep waiting for a Steam Deck 2, because Valve says the tech isn’t there for it just yet — Rock Paper Shotgun
- If you own any Steam Deck verified games, then you’ve already got a guarantee they’ll work on the Steam Machine — Rock Paper Shotgun
- The Steam Frame is real, and Valve want it to be the last VR headset you’ll ever buy — Rock Paper Shotgun
- Hands-on with the new Steam Machine, Valve’s square shot at SteamOS PC redemption — Rock Paper Shotgun
- Valve announce a new Steam Machine, Steam Controller, and the Steam Frame VR headset – and I’ve played them — Rock Paper Shotgun
- Steam Controller preview: a smart, touch-centric gamepad that also packs in traditional controls — Eurogamer
- Steam Frame preview: a long-awaited standalone VR headset that runs Steam games on ARM — Eurogamer
- Valve to take on PlayStation and Xbox with new Steam Machine console and controller – plus a new standalone Steam Frame VR headset — Eurogamer
- Will it be easy to buy a Steam Machine? Valve confirms it’s continually improving how it distributes hardware, ahead of the release of its new hardware launches — Eurogamer
- Steam Machine preview: a powerful, customisable mini PC for couch gaming — Eurogamer
- How did Valve design its new Steam Machine? It started with the fan, of course — Eurogamer
- Valve announces the Steam Frame: ‘a new way to play your entire Steam library’ — PC Gamer
- Steam Controller Preview – Hands-On With Valve’s Reinvented PC Gaming Controller — IGN
- Valve Announces Next-Gen Steam Machine, Says It’s ‘Over 6x More Powerful Than Steam Deck,’ but There’s No Price Yet — IGN
- Valve Says It Has a ‘Pretty Good Idea’ of What Steam Deck 2 Is Going to Be, Explains Why It’s Holding Off for Now — IGN
Valve’s Next-Gen Steam Controller and Hardware Lineup Announced: A PC Gaming Focus
Valve has unveiled its next-generation hardware, including the highly anticipated Steam Controller and new Steam Machine. The devices are designed with a focus on enhancing the PC gaming experience for a broader audience, diverging from console-centric approaches.
- Valve’s new Steam Controller aims to entice a broader field of PC players, which I fear already includes me — Rock Paper Shotgun
- “We don’t work back from what’s happening in other spaces” – Valve’s new Steam hardware stems from its PC gaming experience, not what console makers PlayStation and Xbox are doing — Eurogamer
- Valve announces the Steam Controller and it’s genuinely good: ‘we knew we needed to make this controller’ — PC Gamer
- Valve’s Next-Gen Hardware Lineup Is Finally Confirmed — Here’s Everything Announced — IGN
- Valve’s Next-Gen Steam Machine and Steam Controller — the Big Interview — IGN
AliExpress Announces Early Black Friday Sale with Up to $100 Off Coupons and 15% Cash Back
AliExpress is kicking off its early Black Friday sale, offering shoppers up to $100 in discounts along with 15% cash back rewards through Retailmenot. The deal aims to attract more customers during the holiday shopping season.
- The AliExpress Early Black Friday Sale Starts Now, Up to $100 Off Coupons and 15% Cash Back at Retailmenot — IGN
- The Devil Wears Prada 2 Teaser Trailer Gives Fans First Look at Meryl Streep and Anne Hathaway Reunited as Their Iconic Characters — IGN
- The Official Runtime For Avatar: Fire and Ash Is (You Guessed It) Extremely Long, So Strap In — IGN
Horizon Steel Frontiers: A Mobile MMO Revamps Machine Combat in Guerrilla’s Horizon Universe
Sony and NCSoft unveil Horizon Steel Frontiers, a new mobile-first MMORPG set within Guerrilla Games’ Horizon universe. The debut trailer highlights the game’s innovative machine combat mechanics and integration with the Horizon universe.
- Horizon Steel Frontiers: How the New Mobile MMORPG Changes Machine Combat — IGN
- Sony and NCSoft Announce Horizon Steel Frontiers, a New Mobile-First MMORPG Set in Guerrilla’s Horizon Universe — Check Out the Debut Trailer — IGN
Tencent Eyes Layoffs at Western Studios as Bloodhunt Developer Sharkmob Warns of Cost-Cutting Measures
Following a trend of Chinese tech giants, including Tencent, reducing financial support for Western game studios, the developer behind Bloodhunt warns that layoffs are imminent due to funding cuts.
Corsair Novablade Pro Fighting Game Controller Review – Tournament Ready
IGN provides an in-depth review of the Corsair Novablade Pro fighting game controller, highlighting its features and performance for competitive gaming. The device is praised for its tournament-ready design and robust build quality.
Rockstar Faces Legal Action from UK Union Over Firing of 30+ Employees
UK union alleges Rockstar engaged in union busting after firing more than 30 employees last week. The company maintains confidence in its actions.
All LEGO Games and All Legend of Zelda Games on Nintendo Switch in 2025
IGN has published lists detailing every LEGO game available on the Nintendo Switch as of November 12, 2025, along with an overview of all Legend of Zelda titles for the same platform. The articles provide a comprehensive inventory of both series’ releases on the Switch, allowing fans to track their gaming progress and discover which games have been made accessible on the popular console.
- Every LEGO Game on the Nintendo Switch in 2025 — IGN
- Every Legend of Zelda Game on the Nintendo Switch in 2025 — IGN
Valve Unveils the Steam Controller and Steam Frame: Revolutionary Input Devices for Enhanced Gaming
PC Gamer reports on Valve’s announcement of two groundbreaking input devices: the Steam Controller, praised as ‘genuinely good’ with specs and availability details revealed, and the Steam Frame, a novel way to enjoy the entire Steam library. Both innovations are expected to enhance user experience.
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