Valve says it’s ready to launch the Steam Machine this summer
Valve has announced that the Steam Machine and Steam Frame VR headset are set to launch this summer. The company had previously delayed the release due to supply chain issues but is now finalizing its plans. Valve is also updating the Steam store to prepare for the new hardware and ensure game compatibility.
- ▪Valve is preparing to launch the Steam Machine and Steam Frame VR headset this summer.
- ▪The release was delayed due to ongoing memory and storage issues.
- ▪Valve is redesigning the Steam store to support the new hardware and ensure game compatibility.
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| Original publisher | The Verge |
| Canonical URL | https://www.theverge.com/games/943657/valve-steam-machine-frame-summer-launch-verified |
| Publication time | 2026-06-04T18:48:53-04:00 |
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