Valve Steam Machine Review: Tiny, smooth, but pricey and complex
- Source
- The Verge
- Time
- 5:27 PM
- Weight
- 94/100
Valve has officially launched its new Steam Machine, a high-end gaming device designed to bridge the gap between traditional consoles and personal computers. Priced starting at $1,049 for the standalone unit and $1,128 for a bundle including a gamepad, the device positions itself as a premium alternative to established hardware like the PlayStation 5.
While it offers a compact and quiet design that is significantly smaller than its competitors, early testing suggests its performance does not provide a major leap over existing consoles in graphically intensive titles. The Steam Machine operates on a philosophy of fewer restrictions, providing users with an expansive game catalog and a user interface that is fully navigable with most modern gamepads.