- The Steam Machine is the newly announced portable gaming PC/console from Valve.
- Valve claims that the Steam Machine can run Steam games at 4K 60FPS using FSR.
- It runs Steam OS, supports the new Steam controller, and has a customizable design.
Valve has taken the gaming community by storm on a random weekday by announcing their new Steam hardware. Among the new line of devices is the Steam Machine, a portable gaming PC with some pretty admirable specifications and full support of the Steam library. Here is everything we know about the Steam Machine, including its specifications, release date, and pricing.
Steam Machine Specifications
Steam Machine Release Date (Expected)
Currently, there is no official information on the release date of the Steam Machine. However, we can expect the Steam Machine to be released in early 2026 .
When the Steam Deck was unveiled, it went on sale the next year after its initial reveal. Valve may be getting into a habit here, and we can expect a similar pattern for the Steam Machine. However, I would also like to point out that, unlike the Steam Deck, which went up for pre-order the very next day, the Steam Machine is not available to pre-order .
Steam Machine Design
A Simple Black Box for Gaming
The Steam Machine appears to be the spiritual successor of the iconic Xbox Cube’s design, which was just a small portable powerhouse made for gaming. In the same line, the Steam Machine doesn’t look as fancy as the new-age consoles. Instead, it is a small black box with only one RGB strip .
The machine is built for no-nonsense gaming. The design is like a statement that what matters is inside and not in the outer appearance. Personally, I love the simple design, and hopefully, future Steam consoles will be designed similarly.
Another thing to note is that the front face of the Steam Machine seems to be customizable. So, for anyone who likes a bit of color, they can simply customize it to their liking.
Steam Machine Supported Software and Games
The Steam Machine is basically a mini PC that runs on Steam OS. So, any software supported on Steam OS should also work on it. Alongside that, you will get complete access to all your Steam Library games, making it the ideal gaming console for PC players. Sadly, as Steam OS still doesn’t support Epic Games launcher natively, you may have to use a third-party app to make them work, like Heroic Games Launcher for Steam Deck. Also, Steam Machine may have the desktop mode set by default, unlike the Steam Deck’s desktop mode .
Steam Machine Performance
The Steam Machine is made for gaming, and it promises quite a lot for its small size. According to them, the Steam Machine will support 4K gaming at 60 FPS with FSR , which is a massive game changer if true. This would bring the Steam machine right on par with the Xbox Series X and S, and PS5.
Expandable Storage Support
The Steam Machine offers two storage options: 512 GB and 2TB . However, the fun part about the console is that it also comes with a microSD slot to enable you to expand the storage.
Steam Machine Price (Rumored)
Although the prices have not been revealed, the general assumption online is that it will be around the same pricing as that of the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X. Some experts have also decided to estimate the possible pricing of the device based on its specifications.
YouTuber ‘Moore’s Law Is Dead’ speculates the price to be between $449 and $599 after a thorough analysis. Valve earlier made a statement that they plan to price the Steam machine equal to an entry-level gaming PC.
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Steam Next Fest is back, and it’s brimming with bold ideas and bite-sized previews of what’s to come. We dug through the chaos to bring you a dozen standout demos that deserve your time. Whether you’re into stylish action, twisted sci-fi, or pure comfy vibes, our list has something that will hook you fast. With that said, here are the best Steam Next Fest demos that you must try now.
1. Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound
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Let us start with a sprinkle of nostalgia, and I am pretty sure that the old-school fans will eat this up. Ragebound is a blood-soaked return to brutal, high-speed ninja action . It’s tough, stylish, and full of rage-fueled momentum. As soon as you enter the platformer, you will notice that Team Ninja isn’t messing around.
2. Morbid Metal
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Stylish, fast, and downright savage. Morbid Metal lets you shapeshift mid-combat between four killer androids, chaining attacks with style. It’s Devil May Cry with cyberpunk flair and just the right amount of attitude. Don’t believe us? Here’s a full Morbid Metal hands-on we penned down recently. Check it out and feel the action yourself.
3. Bullet Yeeters
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Yes, that’s really the name. Bullet Yeeters is a topsy-turvy multiplayer mayhem where you yeet bullets, rockets, and each other. It’s dumb, chaotic, and ridiculously fun, where you bring friends or make enemies. And, there are more game modes in the demo than any AAA shooters have on their launch.
4. Robert on Earth
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This mischievous alien-out-of-water story blends Untitled Goose Game-style mischief with heartfelt indie charm. You’re Robert, an alien who crash-lands on Earth, and you’re about to learn how weird humans really are. Yes, through farming, fishing, and doing human things, you will uncover the secrets of a new world.
5. Sparkball
Image Credit: Opti Games
Whether you are a fan of MOBAs like me, or a fan of soccer (also like me!), then voila! Sparkball can be the next entry in your library. This 4v4 sports brawler takes you on a rush of sweat, speed, and a lot of fun. If you love full-on, frantic MOBA with the best sports gameplay, then you cannot miss out on this Steam Next Fest demo.
6. UFL
Image Credit: XTEN Limited
Speaking of soccer, we finally have a new football game and I cannot be happier. EAFC domination is over, with a more crisp and technically better game in UFL. Unlicensed Football League kicks realism to the curb and brings arcade-style soccer fun back into fashion. It’s slick, responsive, and totally free of FIFA fluff. Just pure footie action.
7. Dead as Disco
Image Credit: Brain Jar Games, Inc.
GTA 6 is launching next year , and I feel it is the ideal time to soak some neon heat. Dead as Disco mashes martial arts with music video vibes in a neon-soaked Beat ‘Em Up where every hit moves to the rhythm. Step into the flashy shoes of Charlie Disco as he battles the wicked Idols to bring the band back together.
8. Starlight Re:Volver
Image Credit: Pahdo Labs
Starlight Re:Volver is a co-op action roguelite for 1-4 players, blending nostalgic anime aesthetics with an MMO universe. From its central city, connect with fellow Divers to embark on thrilling adventures across dreamlike biomes, enjoying minigames, fishing, and crafting together. It’s one of the cozy vibe games that many gamers miss in the 2025 gaming scene.
9. SFERA
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In SFERA, you’ll experience a unique action platformer that fuses modern 3D environments with classic retro 2D character sprites. As an elite assassin for the shadowy SFERA Corporation, your mission is clear: obliterate a rogue robot syndicate. It’s like Mega Man grew up, got a trench coat, and started taking out contracts.
10. Jump Ship
Image Credit: Keepsake Games
Forge your fellowship, for a new journey awaits! In Jump Ship, a co-op PvE adventure for up to four, your fate is tied to your comrades and your starship. Work as one crew, seamlessly moving from piloting your vessel to exploring alien worlds on foot and braving the void on spacewalks. Engage in pulse-pounding battles on land and in the dark expanse, and forever strive to keep your ship’s systems humming and armor plating reinforced – for your survival depends on it!
11. The Masquerade
Image Credit: Chewa
I remember how Among Us swept across social media, and all gamers joined the SUS party. Since then, there haven’t been such fun party games. Well, developers Chewa are here to prove us wrong with The Masquerade.
The thrilling murder party game for 2 to 8 players is where you’re both the hunter and the hunted. Much like in Among Us, you’ll need to skillfully blend in by impersonating NPCs to hide from your pursuer, all while gathering crucial clues to unmask and eliminate your designated target.
12. Cameraman: The Pilot Episode
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Although Resident Evil 9 has me hyped up for its release, I must say indie games are always solid in the horror genre. And, in the Steam Next Fest, we got another one. Step into Cameraman: The Pilot Episode, a psychological horror game where you bend time and gravity to survive.
The game takes inspiration from 80s TV, M.C. Escher, and the Backrooms. What you’ll explore are unsettling, ever-changing spaces. Like in Outlast, you’ll uncover dark secrets with just a VHS camcorder, facing anomalies as reality unravels around you.
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