Steam returns to the living room with official Steam Machine, Controller, and Frame pages — what to expect in 2026?

Official pages for the Steam Machine, Steam Controller, and Steam Frame have appeared, sparking expectations for a 2026 launch and strengthening Valve's commitment to hardware.

Steam returns to the living room with official pages for Steam Machine, Controller, and Frame

Valve has opened official pages for three new hardware devices, fueling rumors of a launch later this year, with a planned arrival in 2026.

The pages initially appeared on Komodo Station, Valve's authorized retailer for the Asian region, before showing up on the global Steam hardware section. Although there are no prices or exact dates yet, the signal is clear: a line of hardware focused on the Steam ecosystem is set to get a new lease on life.

What is listed

The dedicated links describe the Steam Machine — a compact PC capable of running the entire Steam library —, the updated Steam Controller, and the Steam Frame, a wireless VR headset. All of them run SteamOS, Valve's Linux-based operating system optimized for gaming.

• Steam Machine: claims to offer more than six times the power of the Steam Deck, operating with the vision of a complete living room PC.
• Steam Controller: improved ergonomics, longer battery life, and pairing without the old puck piece.
• Steam Frame: wireless VR headset, focusing on high-end experiences without cables.

Strategic context

The announcement is part of Valve's ongoing investment in hardware beyond the Deck, with the hope of keeping the Steam experience integrated across devices. The apparent coordination between software and hardware suggests a more unified vision than in the past.

Market, dates, and expectations

Experts view this expansion as an attempt to strengthen Valve's presence in PC hardware and home entertainment. Challenges such as supply chain issues and competition from ASUS, Lenovo, and others remain on the radar, especially for mini-PC devices and gaming wearables. The Deck Verified program has also been expanded to the new platforms, helping users evaluate game compatibility before launch.

Next steps

Although the pages already exist and indicate a 2026 window, final dates are still pending. Observers suggest that the Controller could arrive first, possibly as a standalone accessory, with the Steam Machine and the Frame arriving shortly after.

If you are looking forward to this new wave of hardware, keep an eye out for future official announcements from Valve regarding dates and pricing.

Did you like the news? Leave a comment letting us know which device sparks your interest most for 2026 — do you prefer an integrated living room solution or a modular setup with the Steam Machine?

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