What the Steam Machine Tells Us About Valve's Long Term Gaming Strategy The Steam Machine, a concept announced in 2013 and released to lukewarm reception shortly after, is often regarded as a footnote in gaming history.
However, upon closer inspection, it becomes clear that this ill fated endeavor holds more significance than initially meets the eye.
A Shift in Focus: Valve's Departure from PC Gaming Hardware The Steam Machine was not merely an attempt to create a new type of PC gaming device but rather a deliberate departure from traditional PC hardware.