Valve Deletes 4K 60FPS Claim From Steam Page After Reviews
Valve has removed claims of 4K 60FPS performance from the Steam Machine's store page following the release of critical reviews.
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The brief
Valve has deleted references to 4K 60FPS capabilities from the Steam Machine's Steam page. The hardware has launched with pricing ranging from $1049 to $1428 USD.
Coverage from Kotaku, Phoronix, and PCWorld highlights the device's cost and technical concerns, including a specific RAM issue. Digital Foundry reports that Valve expressed a desire to make the machine more affordable, while PCWorld notes the possibility of building a DIY alternative for $150 less.
Future developments may center on how Valve addresses the reported RAM issues and the impact of the device's pricing on consumer adoption.
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Quick answers
What happened to the Steam Machine's 4K 60FPS claim?
According to Kotaku, Valve deleted the claim from the Steam page after reviews were published.
How much does the Steam Machine cost?
Phoronix reports the launch price is between $1049 and $1428 USD.
Are there known technical issues with the device?
PCWorld indicates that potential buyers should be aware of a RAM issue.
Coverage (7)
- Steam Machine sticker shock, even more Ubisoft layoffs, and another Xbox price hike Game Developer · 1d ago
- Valve’s Steam Machine is pricey. I built a DIY rival for $150 less PCWorld · 1d ago
- Valve Would "Love to Make the Steam Machine More Affordable" Digital Foundry · 1d ago
- Steam Machine Launches, Priced $1049 To $1428 USD Phoronix · 1d ago
- Every burning Steam Machine question a console gamer would have, answered Polygon.com · 1d ago
- Before you buy a Steam Machine, you need to know about its RAM issue PCWorld · 1d ago
- Valve Deletes 4K 60FPS Claim From Steam Page After Reviews Kotaku · 1d ago
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