Valve says the Steam Machine will land early this year, but hasn’t committed to a specific date. The Steam Deck followed a similar timeline in 2022, arriving in mid-February after the same early window was announced. If Valve repeats that pattern, a February 2026 launch feels likely.

In terms of price? Again, nothing’s concrete at the moment, but... See more

The Steam controller works across all of the Steam devices, and pairs directly with the Steam Machine. Valve says the gamepad uses magnetic thumbsticks that are designed to feel more responsive and last longer, and there’s a new magnetic charging puck that doubles as its wireless adapter. You can still use Bluetooth or USB if you prefer, and the... See more