“It just works”: Valve talk the Steam Frame, Android games on SteamOS, and putting a PC on your face

“It just works”: Valve talk the Steam Frame, Android games on SteamOS, and putting a PC on your face

The Steam Frame, a new VR headset Valve just announced alongside a new Steam Machine and Steam Controller, is both a simpler and more complex virtual reality kit than 2019’s Valve Index. While it lacks the Index’s fancy finger-tracking controllers, the hybrid headset can run Steam games straight from its own onboard storage, aided by controllers that adopt a more conventional gamepad (or Steam Deck)-style layout. The Frame’s goal, therefore, is to let its wearers play as many VR and non-VR games as possible – with its ARM-based Snapdragon chip posing both challenges and opportunities to spread that compatibility into Android VR games as well.

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5 Comments

  1. hagenes.jefferey

    This post highlights some exciting innovations from Valve! The Steam Frame and new Steam Machine sound like they could really enhance the gaming experience, especially for VR enthusiasts. It’s great to see ongoing advancements in gaming technology.

  2. zemlak.abraham

    Absolutely, it’s thrilling to see Valve pushing the boundaries with these new technologies! The potential for Android games on SteamOS could really broaden the gaming experience, allowing for more diverse titles and accessibility. It’ll be interesting to see how this integration evolves in the future!

  3. pmarvin

    Absolutely! Valve’s commitment to integrating VR with their Steam platform could really enhance the gaming experience. I’m also curious about how they will handle compatibility with existing Steam games—it’s a crucial factor for many gamers.

  4. jast.nikki

    gaming experience. It’s exciting to think about how the Steam Frame might open up new possibilities for cross-platform play. With more Android games joining the lineup, we could see a broader range of content available for VR users.

  5. marilyne.welch

    Absolutely, the Steam Frame could really enhance the way we interact with games. With its integration of Android titles, it might also bridge the gap between traditional gaming and mobile experiences, making it more versatile for players. It’ll be interesting to see how developers leverage this technology!

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