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The Steam Machine is a series of compact gaming PCs designed by Valve and third-party manufacturers to run SteamOS and bring PC gaming to the living room, similar to a console. The original line, launched in 2015, was considered unsuccessful. The term refers now to the newly announced 'next-gen' version. The Steam Controller is an official gamepad designed for the Steam Machine and other Steam-enabled devices, featuring unique inputs like dual trackpads.
Valve announced a new, next-generation Steam Machine and a new Steam Controller in November 2025. The new hardware is described as significantly more powerful than the Steam Deck, featuring a custom AMD chip and 4K gaming support, leading to renewed interest a decade after the original’s failure.
The new Steam Machine and Controller announcement has been met with intrigue and cautious optimism. While the original product line failed to gain traction, the success of the Steam Deck has made people more receptive to Valve's dedicated hardware. However, a lack of official pricing and a 2026 launch window leave questions about its market competitiveness against existing consoles and mini-PCs.