{"id":68576,"date":"2026-06-23T11:00:42","date_gmt":"2026-06-23T02:00:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/automaton-media.com\/en\/?p=68576"},"modified":"2026-06-23T11:00:44","modified_gmt":"2026-06-23T02:00:44","slug":"steam-machine-aims-to-run-compatibility-verified-games-at-a-comfortable-1080p-30fps-without-settings-tweaks-we-talk-to-the-developers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/automaton-media.com\/en\/news\/steam-machine-aims-to-run-compatibility-verified-games-at-a-comfortable-1080p-30fps-without-settings-tweaks-we-talk-to-the-developers\/","title":{"rendered":"Steam Machine aims to run compatibility-verified games at a comfortable 1080p\/30fps without\u00a0settings\u00a0tweaks.\u00a0We talk to the developers\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

The\u00a0Steam Machine<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Valve\u2019s new desktop gaming PC\u00a0optimized\u00a0for playing Steam games \u2013 is finally here, scheduled to launch on June 30.\u00a0The\u00a0standalone 512\u00a0GB model will be priced at $1,049, while the\u00a02 TB model\u00a0with a Steam Controller and two extra faceplates will cost $1,428.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With hardware performance\u00a0described as\u00a0roughly six times more powerful than that of the\u00a0portable\u00a0Steam Deck,\u00a0the Steam machine is envisioned as\u00a0a\u00a0living room gaming PC.\u00a0It comes with\u00a0a cube-shaped chassis with sides measuring approximately 160\u00a0mm,\u00a0with quiet operation\u00a0aand high cooling capabilities highlighted as\u00a0two\u00a0of its selling points.\u00a0Like the Steam Deck,\u00a0Valve will introduce a\u00a0\u201cVerified\u201d program\u00a0for the Steam Machine to\u00a0certify\u00a0software\u00a0compatibility.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

AUTOMATON recently had the opportunity to\u00a0conduct\u00a0an email interview with\u00a0the Steam Machine development team at Valve, who told us more about the\u00a0hardware\u2019s\u00a0specifications and the ideas that went into its design.\u00a0The respondents are as listed below:\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Pierre-Loup Griffais<\/strong> (programmer)\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Yazan Aldehayyat<\/strong> (engineer)\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Lawrence Yang<\/strong> (designer)\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\u2500\u2500 When establishing the Steam Machine\u2019s specs, did you consult with game developers? If so, could you tell us about any revisions you made to specifications based on feedback you received (for instance, like when Nintendo increased the Switch\u2019s memory in response to suggestions from Capcom)?<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

We worked with gamers and game developers inside and outside of Valve while developing Steam Machine to ensure we meet everyone’s needs.    <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2500\u2500<\/strong>With the Steam Machine essentially being a desktop PC, I imagine there will be growing demand for hardcore games, but what are your plans for popular online titles that aren\u2019t compatible with SteamOS?<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

We are continuing to work on support for various anti-cheat services. BattlEye and Easy Anti-Cheat are supported on SteamOS, but require developers to opt-in. Kernel-level anti-cheat remains a difficult technology to support on SteamOS, and we are continuing to work on it.    <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2500\u2500I understand you developed the Steam Machine\u2019s specs based on Steam\u2019s hardware research, with the goal of allowing users to \u201cplay all games on Steam.\u201d In terms of performance, were there any general targets, such as running AAA titles at 30 fps at specific graphic settings?<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

In order for games to be marked Steam Machine Verified, they must be able to hit 1080p at 30 FPS without customers having to change their settings at all – making it a great ‘out of the box’ experience.   <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2500\u2500It\u2019s not uncommon for a PC\u2019s power consumption to be several times that of a game console, but how does the Steam Machine compare to a console in this respect?<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Steam Machine’s power draw during gameplay is very competitive compared to consoles and desktop PCs. In addition, we’ve optimized power consumption when idle and sleeping, so energy consumption is minimized even when you are not using the device. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2500\u2500Compared to other compact gaming PCs, the Steam Deck had the clear advantage of SteamOS, which allows users to plug-and-play. However, with the Steam Machine, its competitors will be home consoles, where that kind of setup is already the norm. Also, in recent years, it has become common for popular indie games to be released on consoles too. Aside from being plug-and-play, what other ways do you plan to differentiate the product?<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Steam Machine is all about giving customers more options to play their Steam library in more ways and more settings. As such, with Steam Machine, we\u2019ve introduced features that previously did not exist in comparable mini or full-sized PCs – features like HDMI-CEC control \u2013 allowing deeper integration with living room TV setups, a dedicated BT antenna to improve connectivity, and Steam Controller integration.   <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2500\u2500With the original Steam Link and Steam Deck, you promoted the concept of \u201cplaying PC games remotely.\u201d How do you think the user experience differs between native and remote play?<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It really comes down to use case and flexibility. With Steam Link and our remote play features, players can connect to and play Steam games from any of their devices with Steam installed. Depending on what the player is looking for, they might want to stream from their Steam Machine to their Steam Deck, from their desktop PC to their Steam Machine, or even stream to a mobile device running the Steam Link app.    <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2500\u2500AMD plans to roll out its super-resolution technology, \u201cFSR 4,\u201d to RDNA 3 sometime in 2026. Do you plan to support FSR 4 on Steam Machines that use RDNA 3? Also, do you have a policy of recommending FSR 4 support as part of your efforts to popularize gaming on Steam Machines?<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

We\u2019ve been working with AMD on FSR 4 support for Steam Machine and can confirm that it will be coming soon. We can\u2019t say more about the timing, but we are excited for players to try it out on Steam Machine once it’s available. It should offer a significant improvement in upscaling graphical quality.    <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2500\u2500While the Steam Deck could also be used as a Linux OS, I think that as a desktop PC, the Steam Machine has taken on an event stronger identity as a \u201cLinux PC.\u201d Are you making any updates to SteamOS\u2019s PC mode to align it with the Steam Machine?<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Similar to Steam Deck, Steam Machine has a built-in desktop mode that provides a familiar keyboard + mouse desktop user experience. We plan to continue making improvements across all of SteamOS, and this includes the desktop experience. We look forward to hearing more from our customers to learn what they’d like to see in future SteamOS features.    <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2500\u2500Given that the Steam Machine is capped at 60 FPS and supports VRR (Variable Refresh Rate), is this intended to encourage users to use the 40 FPS mode? Is operation at 120 FPS not supported?<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Steam Machine does not have a hard cap at 60 FPS. By default, we max out at what the connected monitor or TV is capable of, but users have the option of enabling higher FPS than the refresh rate of their display. But as you pointed out, VRR does provide a great experience  even when a game is not locked to 60.     <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Steam Machine<\/a> will\u00a0release\u00a0on Jun 30. Reservations are now open.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Related: <\/strong>Spending time getting comfy with the Steam Controller\u2019s\u00a0advanced inputs\u00a0can \u201cyield drastic performance improvements compared to traditional stick-only devices.\u201d\u00a0We talk to the developers\u00a0<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Steam Deck has seen widespread success, but it\u2019s not stopping there. We ask Valve about the Steam Deck\u2019s challenges and future goals\u00a0<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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