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enThu, 11 Jan 2024 11:54:55 +0000Elden Ring patch does one thing only Steam Deck owners will care abouthttps://www.vg247.com/elden-ring-patch-1-10-1-steam-deck-anti-cheatSherif SaedThu, 11 Jan 2024 11:54:55 +0000https://www.vg247.com/elden-ring-patch-1-10-1-steam-deck-anti-cheatMultiplayer CooperativeMultiplayer CompetitiveOpen WorldBandai Namco EntertainmentThird personAction AdventureSteam DeckXbox Series X/SSingle PlayerFantasySteamOSElden RingBlockbusterXbox OneSteamPS4PCPS5FromSoftwareRPG

Today, FromSoftware released a new Elden Ring patch. Updates to the open-world action RPG have been sporadic, and the ones the game occasionally gets almost always focus on balance tweaks (particularly for PvP), alongside fixes to certain bugs here and there.

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Valve has yet to see a game Steam Deck can't handlehttps://www.vg247.com/steam-deck-hardware-can-handle-all-steam-gamesSherif SaedFri, 23 Jul 2021 11:43:46 +0000https://www.vg247.com/steam-deck-hardware-can-handle-all-steam-gamesValveSteam DeckSteamVideoSteamOSHardwareNews

Valve has talked about tuning the Steam Deck's hardware to manage the latest games.

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Removal of Steam Machines from Steam homepage "based on user traffic"https://www.vg247.com/steam-machines-steam-removal-storefrontStephany Nunneley-JacksonWed, 04 Apr 2018 14:11:23 +0000https://www.vg247.com/steam-machines-steam-removal-storefrontSteam MachineValveSteamSteamOSHardwarePC

Valve has said the removal of Steam Machines from the main navigation bar on Steam was part of a "routine cleanup" based on user traffic.

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Payday 2 owners on Steam get SteamOS version free, game is free to play this weekhttps://www.vg247.com/payday-2-owners-on-steam-get-steamos-version-free-game-is-free-to-play-this-weekStephany Nunneley-JacksonTue, 22 Mar 2016 13:41:43 +0000https://www.vg247.com/payday-2-owners-on-steam-get-steamos-version-free-game-is-free-to-play-this-weekShooterSteam MachinePayday 2Action AdventureSteamOSPC

You read the headline right: Payday 2 is out on SteamOS and if you own the game through Steam, you get this version free. Also, a Hardcore Henry pack is on the way.

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Street Fighter 5 SteamOS release coming in springhttps://www.vg247.com/street-fighter-5-steamos-release-coming-in-springSherif SaedMon, 15 Feb 2016 20:10:11 +0000https://www.vg247.com/street-fighter-5-steamos-release-coming-in-springFightingStreet Fighter VSteamOSBlockbusterPCStreet Fighter

If you primarily game on SteamOS, you won't be playing Street Fighter 5 this week like everyone else.

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Street Fighter 5 to support Steam OS, Steam Controllerhttps://www.vg247.com/street-fighter-5-to-support-steam-os-steam-controllerSherif SaedFri, 18 Dec 2015 10:08:22 +0000https://www.vg247.com/street-fighter-5-to-support-steam-os-steam-controllerFightingStreet FighterSteam ControllerStreet Fighter VSteamOSBlockbusterPCCapcom

The PC version of Street Fighter 5 will support Steam OS alongside Windows.

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Watch robots build the Steam Controllerhttps://www.vg247.com/watch-robots-build-the-steam-controllerBrenna HillierFri, 11 Dec 2015 02:25:09 +0000https://www.vg247.com/watch-robots-build-the-steam-controllerMacSteam MachinePCVideoSteamOSperipheralsSteam Controller

Valve has issued an update on the state of the Steam Controller, releasing a very cool video.

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SteamOS vs W10: Linux games run "significantly worse", per bechmark analysishttps://www.vg247.com/steamos-vs-windows-games-benchmarkStephany Nunneley-JacksonSat, 14 Nov 2015 18:21:30 +0000https://www.vg247.com/steamos-vs-windows-games-benchmarkWindows 10Steam MachinePCSteamOS

With Steam Machines now out in the wild, many may be wondering how the Linux-based systems compare to Windows 10. According to a new benchmark report, W10 seems to be the clear winner.

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Valve pulling Linux titles off Steam which fail to run properly on SteamOS - reporthttps://www.vg247.com/steamos-linux-valveStephany Nunneley-JacksonSat, 17 Oct 2015 17:09:00 +0000https://www.vg247.com/steamos-linux-valveSteamOS

Valve has started removing SteamOS icons from Linux titles on Steam, reportedly due to required standards not being met or incompatibly issues.

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SteamOS weekend sale has plenty of goodies for the rest of ushttps://www.vg247.com/steamos-weekend-sale-has-plenty-of-goodies-for-the-rest-of-usBrenna HillierFri, 31 Jul 2015 01:33:59 +0000https://www.vg247.com/steamos-weekend-sale-has-plenty-of-goodies-for-the-rest-of-ussaleMacPCSteamOS

SteamOS may be beyond your grasp right now, but you can still enjoy a bargain in the sale.

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Steam sale discounts titles announced for SteamOShttps://www.vg247.com/steam-sale-steamos-pc-mac-linuxStephany Nunneley-JacksonWed, 04 Mar 2015 18:15:06 +0000https://www.vg247.com/steam-sale-steamos-pc-mac-linuxMacAction AdventureRPGSteamSteamOSIndiePC

With many of the year's most popular games heading to SteamOS, Valve has decided to host sale in celebration.

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Steam Machines, Controller, streaming box to launch in Novemberhttps://www.vg247.com/steam-machines-price-release-dateBrenna HillierWed, 04 Mar 2015 00:20:49 +0000https://www.vg247.com/steam-machines-price-release-dateSteam ControllerSteam MachinePCSteamOS

Steam Machines will finally become a reality before the end of the year.

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Latest Steam Machines will be shown at GDC 2015 next monthhttps://www.vg247.com/steam-machines-gdc-valveStephany Nunneley-JacksonThu, 12 Feb 2015 18:48:42 +0000https://www.vg247.com/steam-machines-gdc-valveGDC 2015Steam MachineSteamOS

Valve will be showing off the latest Steam Machines at GDC 2015 next month.

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Borderlands 2 and Borderlands: The Pre-Sequel are playable on SteamOShttps://www.vg247.com/steamos-borderlands-2-borderlands-the-pre-sequelStephany Nunneley-JacksonTue, 30 Sep 2014 19:55:47 +0000https://www.vg247.com/steamos-borderlands-2-borderlands-the-pre-sequelShooterMacBorderlands: The Pre-Sequel2K GamesBorderlands 2SteamOSPC

Borderlands 2 is now available for SteamOS and Borderlands: The Pre-Sequel will be released for it at a later date.

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A thumbstick has been added to Valve's Steam Controllerhttps://www.vg247.com/steam-controller-valveStephany Nunneley-JacksonWed, 23 Jul 2014 20:03:15 +0000https://www.vg247.com/steam-controller-valveperipheralsSteam ControllerPCSteamOS

It appears Valve has revised its Steam Controller with an analog thumbstick.

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Anyone can now stream their Steam games to other devices in the househttps://www.vg247.com/anyone-can-now-stream-their-steam-games-to-other-devices-in-the-houseSherif SaedWed, 21 May 2014 19:34:37 +0000https://www.vg247.com/anyone-can-now-stream-their-steam-games-to-other-devices-in-the-houseMacStreamingPCSteamOS

Valve's in-home streaming service is now out of beta and available to the public. The service allows you to stream your library of Steam games to other, less-powerful devices, such as a laptop.

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Killing Floor 2 screens - all the gore, guns & monsters you're gonna needhttps://www.vg247.com/killing-floor-2-screens-guns-monsters-goreSherif SaedMon, 12 May 2014 17:29:50 +0000https://www.vg247.com/killing-floor-2-screens-guns-monsters-goreShooterKilling Floor 2Tripwire InteractiveSteamOSIndieScreensPC

Tripwire interactive's recently announced sequel to its horror co-op shooter, Killing Floor 2, has received a fresh batch of screens showing what monster's innards are made of, among other things.

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Killing Floor 2 teaser video released, doesn't show much but it's still effectivehttps://www.vg247.com/killing-floor-2-teaser-video-released-doesnt-show-much-but-its-still-effectiveStephany Nunneley-JacksonFri, 09 May 2014 15:56:20 +0000https://www.vg247.com/killing-floor-2-teaser-video-released-doesnt-show-much-but-its-still-effectiveShooterKilling Floor 2Tripwire InteractiveVideoSteamOSPC

Killing Floor 2, which Tripwire says will be “as sick as possible," has a teaser trailer available. Granted, like most teaser videos, it doesn't show much at all but it's effective, and rather loud so if you are at work, turn your speakers down so the boss doesn't yell at you. Killing Floor 2 is coming to Steam Early Access for PC and SteamOS at some point, with more information to be announced at a later date.

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Project Cars first PlayStation 4 screenshots releasedhttps://www.vg247.com/project-cars-first-playstation-4-screenshots-releasedStephany Nunneley-JacksonThu, 01 May 2014 15:08:07 +0000https://www.vg247.com/project-cars-first-playstation-4-screenshots-releasedSlightly Mad StudiosProject CARSNintendo Wii UProject MorpheusSimulationSteamOSPS4ScreensRacingPC

The first PlayStation 4 screenshots for Project Cars have been released by Slightly Mad Studios, and according to the developer, all shots were taken simply by "pausing the game and taking a screenshot."

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Unreal Engine 4 now supports SteamOS, Linux, PS4, Xbox Onehttps://www.vg247.com/unreal-engine-4-now-supports-steamos-and-linuxStephany Nunneley-JacksonThu, 24 Apr 2014 15:08:05 +0000https://www.vg247.com/unreal-engine-4-now-supports-steamos-and-linuxUnreal Engine 4SteamOSPS4PCEpic Games

Unreal Engine 4 update 4.1 now includes SteamOS and Linux support, a refined iOS and Android workflow, and new game templates both for C++ programmers and Blueprint visual scripting, Epic Games has announced.

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Tropico 5 release date announced for Mayhttps://www.vg247.com/tropico-5-release-date-announced-for-mayStephany Nunneley-JacksonWed, 02 Apr 2014 14:09:18 +0000https://www.vg247.com/tropico-5-release-date-announced-for-mayMacTropico 5KalypsoXbox 360SimulationSteamOSPS4PC

Tropico 5 will be released globally on PC May 23, Kalypso has announced. The world-building sim is also being developed for Steam OS which will be released with the respective new hardware. The Mac and Xbox 360 version will release this summer, and the PlayStation 4 version is slated for fall.

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Valve's latest Steam Controller revealed, will be on display at GDChttps://www.vg247.com/valves-latest-working-steam-controller-will-be-on-display-at-gdcStephany Nunneley-JacksonFri, 14 Mar 2014 19:31:44 +0000https://www.vg247.com/valves-latest-working-steam-controller-will-be-on-display-at-gdcMacGDC 2014PCsteam boxSteamOSSteam Controller

Valve has announced that working prototypes of the latest Steam Controller will be on display at the company's booth at GDC.

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The Golf Club to be released through Steam Early Access, beta information coming soonhttps://www.vg247.com/the-golf-club-to-be-released-through-steam-early-access-beta-information-coming-soonStephany Nunneley-JacksonSat, 15 Feb 2014 16:33:51 +0000https://www.vg247.com/the-golf-club-to-be-released-through-steam-early-access-beta-information-coming-soonHB StudiosThe Golf ClubSteamSimulationSteamOSPS4SportsPC

The Golf Club will be made available through Steam Early Access, HB Studios has announced. The developer said that it is looking at Steam Workshop integration and possibly SteamOS as well.

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Steam Music beta "coming soon" to SteamOS, allows you to play music while gaminghttps://www.vg247.com/steam-music-beta-coming-soon-to-steamos-allows-you-to-play-music-while-gamingBrenna HillierTue, 04 Feb 2014 00:45:31 +0000https://www.vg247.com/steam-music-beta-coming-soon-to-steamos-allows-you-to-play-music-while-gamingMacmusicSteamSteam MusicSteamOSPC

Steam Music will be accepting beta testers soon, allowing you to leave off alt-tabbing out to fiddle with your volume balances in order to juggle music and gaming levels.

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SteamOS beta testers can now dual-boot and create a custom partitionhttps://www.vg247.com/steamos-beta-testers-can-now-dual-boot-and-create-a-custom-partitionStephany Nunneley-JacksonWed, 22 Jan 2014 17:44:49 +0000https://www.vg247.com/steamos-beta-testers-can-now-dual-boot-and-create-a-custom-partitionSteam MachineSteamOS

The latest update to the SteamOS beta provides users with the option to dual-boot and create custom partitioning. Released two days ago, the update will allow those who wish to do so, install both Windows and SteamOS onto the system. Due to the beta phase, it's wise to note that doing such a thing comes with risks: according to Valve, there has been "little testing on this, especially any kind of dual-boot setup." In other words, if you are participating, don't install it on any machine you "are not prepared to lose." Via The Verge.

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Alienware Steam Machines to release annually, "there will be no customization options"https://www.vg247.com/alienware-steam-machines-to-release-annually-there-will-be-no-customization-optionsStephany Nunneley-JacksonTue, 21 Jan 2014 15:13:04 +0000https://www.vg247.com/alienware-steam-machines-to-release-annually-there-will-be-no-customization-optionsFrank AzorAlienwareSteam MachineSteamOS

Alienware will launch its first Steam Machines in September, and according to general manager Frank Azor, new machines will be released every year - and aren't upgradable.

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Steam in-home streaming beta goes livehttps://www.vg247.com/steam-in-home-streaming-beta-goes-liveMatt MartinThu, 16 Jan 2014 08:56:23 +0000https://www.vg247.com/steam-in-home-streaming-beta-goes-liveSteamStreamingPCSteamOS

Invites sent out to partners and community for free streaming service.

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Steam Controller gets face buttons in place of touchscreen, uses AA batterieshttps://www.vg247.com/steam-controller-gets-face-buttons-in-place-of-touchscreen-uses-aa-batteriesBrenna HillierWed, 15 Jan 2014 23:16:32 +0000https://www.vg247.com/steam-controller-gets-face-buttons-in-place-of-touchscreen-uses-aa-batteriesSteam ControllerSteam MachinePCSteamOS

Steam Controllers have had something of an overhaul, Valve announced during its Developer Days event today, ditching the touchscreen in favour of more traditional controls.

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Valve to eventually offer TV, music, and movies through Steam Machines, SteamOShttps://www.vg247.com/valve-to-eventually-offer-tv-music-and-movies-through-steam-machines-steamosStephany Nunneley-JacksonWed, 15 Jan 2014 20:01:37 +0000https://www.vg247.com/valve-to-eventually-offer-tv-music-and-movies-through-steam-machines-steamosSteam MachineSteam Dev DaysSteamOS

Valves is looking to add music, movies, and TV to Steam OS further cementing its place in the consumer's living room.

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Valve Plays the Long Game Againhttps://www.vg247.com/valve-plays-the-long-game-againPete DavisonMon, 13 Jan 2014 12:30:00 +0000https://www.vg247.com/valve-plays-the-long-game-againSteam MachineValve SoftwareSteamSteamOSPC

This article first appeared on USgamer, a partner publication of VG247. Some content, such as this article, has been migrated to VG247 for posterity after USgamer's closure - but it has not been edited or further vetted by the VG247 team.

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SteamOS update adds AMD graphics supporthttps://www.vg247.com/steamos-update-adds-amd-graphics-supportBrenna HillierThu, 09 Jan 2014 23:17:57 +0000https://www.vg247.com/steamos-update-adds-amd-graphics-supportAMDSteamOS

During CES 2014, Valve and Intel announced that SteamOS had gained native Intel support. Valve also said that the equivalent AMD support would follow shortly - and now it has, arriving with the latest update. When first released, SteamOS was only out-of-the-box compatible with Nvidia. None of this matters to you yet, I suppose, unless you're one of the lucky few with beta access to the new, Linux-based operating system.

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Steam Machines: streaming boxes would be "awesome", but partners want native supporthttps://www.vg247.com/steam-machines-streaming-boxes-would-be-awesome-but-partners-want-native-supportBrenna HillierThu, 09 Jan 2014 02:16:40 +0000https://www.vg247.com/steam-machines-streaming-boxes-would-be-awesome-but-partners-want-native-supportGreg CoomerSteam MachinePCSteamOS

Steam Machines that stream games to your TV, rather than running games natively on independent hardware, have to take a backseat to the high-end versions revealed this week.

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Steam Controller not suitable for pro Dota 2 players, Valve staffer sayshttps://www.vg247.com/steam-controller-not-suitable-for-pro-dota-2-players-valve-staffer-saysBrenna HillierWed, 08 Jan 2014 23:24:35 +0000https://www.vg247.com/steam-controller-not-suitable-for-pro-dota-2-players-valve-staffer-saysMacSteam MachinePCDota 2SteamOSMOBASteam Controller

The Steam Controller might one day be "90%" as good as a keyboard and mouse setup, but it'll never be ideal for high-level play in some games, one Valve staffer has said.

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From subtle to shocking, Origin & Alienware are creating two very different Steam Machineshttps://www.vg247.com/from-subtle-to-shocking-origin-alienware-are-creating-two-very-different-steam-machinesPhil OwenWed, 08 Jan 2014 15:38:58 +0000https://www.vg247.com/from-subtle-to-shocking-origin-alienware-are-creating-two-very-different-steam-machinesAlienwareSteam MachineValveSteamSteamOSHardwareOrigin

Phil Owen meets Steam Machine makers at CES and asks, "is The Cult of Steam ready to start a hardware movement?"

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Steam Machines: overhyped, overpriced, over-complicated - Opinionhttps://www.vg247.com/steam-machines-overhyped-overpriced-and-over-complicatedMatt MartinWed, 08 Jan 2014 11:54:02 +0000https://www.vg247.com/steam-machines-overhyped-overpriced-and-over-complicatedSteam MachineValveSteamSteamOSHardwarePC

Valve revealed 13 Steam Machines this week, the latest move in its quest for accessible PC gaming. But the pitch is worryingly complex, argues Matt Martin, and Gabe Newell should be putting his money where his mouth is.

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Steam Machines promo runs through gameplay, OS, library and morehttps://www.vg247.com/steam-machines-promo-runs-through-gameplay-os-library-and-moreMatt MartinTue, 07 Jan 2014 20:17:14 +0000https://www.vg247.com/steam-machines-promo-runs-through-gameplay-os-library-and-moreSteam MachineValveSteamSteamOSPC

Want to see the controller and games in action on Valve's new Steam Machine platform? We've got what you need.

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First impressions: the Steam Machine and its confounding controllerhttps://www.vg247.com/first-impressions-the-steam-machine-and-its-confounding-controllerPhil OwenTue, 07 Jan 2014 15:47:07 +0000https://www.vg247.com/first-impressions-the-steam-machine-and-its-confounding-controllerSteam MachineValveSteamSteamOSperipheralsHardwareimpressions

Phil Owen plays Metro: Last Light and Portal with Valve's new controller and finds it an utterly bewildering experience.

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Alienware Steam Machine coming late 2014, X51 to make the jumphttps://www.vg247.com/alienware-steam-machine-coming-late-2014-x51-to-make-the-jumpBrenna HillierMon, 06 Jan 2014 23:32:28 +0000https://www.vg247.com/alienware-steam-machine-coming-late-2014-x51-to-make-the-jumpAlienwareSteam MachinePCSteamOS

Alienware has a Steam Machine launching later this year, the gaming-focused PC manufacturer announced today, and will also make its existing X51 desktop compatible with SteamOS.

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Steam Machine unboxing videos show SteamOS, controller overviewhttps://www.vg247.com/steam-machine-unboxing-videos-show-steamos-controller-overviewDave CookTue, 17 Dec 2013 08:42:40 +0000https://www.vg247.com/steam-machine-unboxing-videos-show-steamos-controller-overviewSteam MachinePCLeft 4 Dead 2SteamOSSteam Controller

Steam Machines are now in the wild among Valve's beta pool, and one recipient has detailed SteamOS and the Steam controller in a series of unboxing videos.

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Valve has released a public beta version of SteamOShttps://www.vg247.com/valve-has-released-a-public-beta-version-of-steamosStephany Nunneley-JacksonSat, 14 Dec 2013 15:03:50 +0000https://www.vg247.com/valve-has-released-a-public-beta-version-of-steamosSteamOS

Valve has released a public beta version of SteamOS, its open-sourced Linux-based operating system. According to the firm, it's best if you have some level of experience with the OS before trying it out.

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Valve to ship Steam Machines and Steam Controller to testers on December 13https://www.vg247.com/valve-to-ship-steam-machines-and-steam-controller-to-testers-on-december-13Stephany Nunneley-JacksonWed, 11 Dec 2013 18:13:06 +0000https://www.vg247.com/valve-to-ship-steam-machines-and-steam-controller-to-testers-on-december-13HardwareSteam MachineSteam ControllerSteamOS

Valve will start shipping its Steam Machines and Steam Controller to testers on December 13.

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Half-Life 3: it will be worth the wait, or it just won't ever be at allhttps://www.vg247.com/half-life-3-it-will-be-worth-the-wait-or-it-just-wont-ever-be-at-allBrenna HillierMon, 02 Dec 2013 14:43:16 +0000https://www.vg247.com/half-life-3-it-will-be-worth-the-wait-or-it-just-wont-ever-be-at-allHalf-Life 3ShooterMacHalf-life 2: Episode ThreeSteamOSPC

Where is Half-Life 3? Brenna thinks she knows: it's a victim of its own success, locked away until such time as it can bring something as exciting as its prequels did.

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Steam Machine: iBuyPower prototype gets first images, detailshttps://www.vg247.com/steam-machine-ibuypower-prototype-gets-first-images-detailsBrenna HillierTue, 26 Nov 2013 01:43:21 +0000https://www.vg247.com/steam-machine-ibuypower-prototype-gets-first-images-detailsSteam MachineSteamOS

Take a look at iBuyPower's prototype Steam Machine, one of the first of many manufacturers to start showing off what they can do with Valve's specifications.

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Blizzard COO excited by Steam Machines, says only Valve could pull them offhttps://www.vg247.com/blizzard-coo-excited-by-steam-machines-says-only-valve-could-pull-them-offDave CookTue, 12 Nov 2013 08:50:48 +0000https://www.vg247.com/blizzard-coo-excited-by-steam-machines-says-only-valve-could-pull-them-offSteam MachineBlizzard Entertainmentpaul samsSteamOSPC

Valve's mission to overhaul PC gaming in the living room could only have been done by the Steam creators, Blizzard COO Paul Sams reckons. He's also very excited by the prospect.

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Steam Controllers will be produced by Valve onlyhttps://www.vg247.com/steam-controllers-will-be-produced-by-valve-onlyBrenna HillierSun, 10 Nov 2013 23:47:02 +0000https://www.vg247.com/steam-controllers-will-be-produced-by-valve-onlySteam MachinePCGreg CoomerSteamOSperipheralsSteam Controller

Valve will allow multiple manufacturers to produce Steam Machines, but its unique controllers are an in-house affair only.

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Total War: Rome 2 confirmed for SteamOS release early 2014, Steam controller supporthttps://www.vg247.com/total-war-rome-2-confirmed-for-steamos-release-early-2014-steam-controller-supportDave CookFri, 08 Nov 2013 08:12:39 +0000https://www.vg247.com/total-war-rome-2-confirmed-for-steamos-release-early-2014-steam-controller-supportSteam MachineTotal War: Rome IIThe Creative AssemblySteamOSStrategyPC

Total War: Rome 2 has been confirmed for release on Steams Linux-based operating system SteamOS.

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Valve's "evolutionary jump" into platform market will take "quite a bit of work," says Spencerhttps://www.vg247.com/valves-evolutionary-jump-into-platform-market-isnt-will-take-quite-a-bit-of-work-says-spencerStephany Nunneley-JacksonWed, 06 Nov 2013 18:52:39 +0000https://www.vg247.com/valves-evolutionary-jump-into-platform-market-isnt-will-take-quite-a-bit-of-work-says-spencerSteam MachineXbox networkMicrosoftPCPhil SpencerXbox 360SteamOSSteam Controller

Microsoft Studios vice president Phil Spencer feels Valve has "quite a bit of work" to do as it makes the jump into the platform market with its Steam Machines.

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Metro: Last Light is now available on Linux, to support SteamOShttps://www.vg247.com/metro-last-light-is-now-available-on-linuxStephany Nunneley-JacksonTue, 05 Nov 2013 15:34:41 +0000https://www.vg247.com/metro-last-light-is-now-available-on-linuxShooterMacMetro4A GamesSteamOSlast lightPCMetro: Last Light

Metro: Last Light is now available on Linux, and all who own it through Steam will now have access to the PC, Mac and Linux versions. The game popped up on the Steam database for Linux back in August before it was later confirmed by Deep Silver. The game was released on Mac back in September. The game has also been confirmed to support Steam OS and the Steam Controller in the future.

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Valve won't make SteamOS exclusive games, says Coomerhttps://www.vg247.com/valve-wont-make-steamos-exclusive-gamesEwan MillerMon, 04 Nov 2013 23:08:04 +0000https://www.vg247.com/valve-wont-make-steamos-exclusive-gamesInterviewPCSteamOS

Valve's Greg Coomer confirmed to IGN the studio will not making an "exclusive killer app for SteamOS", going on to say it was against Valve's philosophy to "artificially drive customers" onto a Steambox. However, he did acknowledge that smaller studios might end up making SteamOS exclusive titles if they don't have the resources to port the game elsewhere.

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Steam beta update adds in-home streaming support - reporthttps://www.vg247.com/steam-beta-update-adds-in-home-streaming-support-reportBrenna HillierTue, 15 Oct 2013 04:31:08 +0000https://www.vg247.com/steam-beta-update-adds-in-home-streaming-support-reportMacPCSteamOS

Although it's not yet freely accessible to testers, an update to Steam's beta client suggests Valve is already prepping for the in-home streaming it announced alongside SteamOS.

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Valve Steam machines are not Nvidia exclusive, will also house Intel & AMD cardshttps://www.vg247.com/valves-steam-machines-are-not-nvidia-exclusive-will-also-house-intel-amd-cardsDave CookFri, 11 Oct 2013 07:47:51 +0000https://www.vg247.com/valves-steam-machines-are-not-nvidia-exclusive-will-also-house-intel-amd-cardsSteam MachineDoug LombardiIntelNvidiaSteamOSAMDSteam Controller

Valve's Doug Lombrdi has downplayed rumours that the company's Steam machine rigs will not ship as Nvidia exclusive rigs. AMD and Intel versions of the SteamOS-powered hardware are also set to be revealed.

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Valve: "Steam Dev Days" conference announced, will not invite presshttps://www.vg247.com/valve-steam-dev-days-conference-announced-will-not-invite-pressDave CookThu, 10 Oct 2013 07:30:55 +0000https://www.vg247.com/valve-steam-dev-days-conference-announced-will-not-invite-pressSteam ControllerSteam Dev DaysPCSteamOS

Valve has announced 'Steam Dev Days', a two-day developer conference in Seattle this January. It aims to get creators together to share their collective knowledge and for talent to share their projects. It's an industry-only event.

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Total War developer 'absolutely intends' to support SteamOShttps://www.vg247.com/total-war-developer-absolutely-intends-to-support-steamosBrenna HillierWed, 09 Oct 2013 22:04:19 +0000https://www.vg247.com/total-war-developer-absolutely-intends-to-support-steamosSteam MachineTotal War: Rome IISEGAThe Creative AssemblyTotal Warrob BartholomewDevelopmentSteamOSStrategy

The Creative Assembly is bang behind SteamOS, and sees no problem in porting its games to Linux for Valve's new hardware scheme.

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Sony "can't afford to ignore SteamOS", says Garahttps://www.vg247.com/sony-cant-afford-to-ignore-steamos-says-garaBrenna HillierTue, 01 Oct 2013 22:23:12 +0000https://www.vg247.com/sony-cant-afford-to-ignore-steamos-says-garaFergal GaraSonysteam boxSteamOSSteambox

PlayStation UK boss Fergal Gara is keeping a very close eye on Valve's plans to conquer the living room.

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"I want to see Half-Life 3": Pitchford wants Valve's resources to be spent on games, not hardwarehttps://www.vg247.com/i-want-to-see-half-life-3-pitchford-wants-valves-resources-to-be-spend-on-games-not-hardwareDave CookMon, 30 Sep 2013 15:39:41 +0000https://www.vg247.com/i-want-to-see-half-life-3-pitchford-wants-valves-resources-to-be-spend-on-games-not-hardwareHalf-Life 3MacRandy Pitchfordsteam boxSteamOSPC

Half-Life 3 wasn't announced last week, and Gearbox CEO Randy Pitchford isn't too pleased. He's shared his thoughts on Valve's new SteamOS and Steam Box announcements in a new interview.

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Valve announces the Steam Controller with touch screen, haptic feedback, morehttps://www.vg247.com/valve-announces-the-steam-controllerStephany Nunneley-JacksonFri, 27 Sep 2013 17:00:25 +0000https://www.vg247.com/valve-announces-the-steam-controllerSteam ControllerSteam Machinesteam boxSteamOS

Valve has revealed its third, planned announcement for the living room and it's the Steam Controller - a "hackable" controller with dual trackpads, a touch screen, and haptic feedback that works with all past, present, and future games available through the Steam service.

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Sony and Microsoft may be "hostile" to new AMD tech, says Carmackhttps://www.vg247.com/sony-and-microsoft-may-be-hostile-to-new-amd-tech-says-carmackBrenna HillierThu, 26 Sep 2013 22:13:18 +0000https://www.vg247.com/sony-and-microsoft-may-be-hostile-to-new-amd-tech-says-carmackMantleDevelopmentSteamOSJohn CarmackAMDPC

AMD's new Mantle API may give developer's a similar level of access to PC architecture as on consoles, and tech guru John Carmack expects Sony and Microsoft to react poorly.

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Microsoft watching what Valve does with Steam Machines, SteamOS, with "great interest"https://www.vg247.com/microsoft-watching-what-valve-does-with-steam-machines-steamos-with-great-interestStephany Nunneley-JacksonThu, 26 Sep 2013 17:44:22 +0000https://www.vg247.com/microsoft-watching-what-valve-does-with-steam-machines-steamos-with-great-interestSteam MachineEurogamer Expo 2013Microsoftsteam boxSteamOS

Phil Harrison, corporate VP of Microsoft Europe, has said the company will be watching what Valve does regarding SteamOS and its Steam Machines with "great interest."

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SteamOS developed in collaboration with Nvidiahttps://www.vg247.com/steamos-developed-in-collaboration-with-nvidiaBrenna HillierThu, 26 Sep 2013 01:37:06 +0000https://www.vg247.com/steamos-developed-in-collaboration-with-nvidiaHardwareNvidiaSteamOS

Nvidia might not be interested in next-gen consoles, but it's intimately involved with Valve's new plans for SteamOS and associated hardware.

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SteamOS indicative of "move toward openness" in gaming, says Levinehttps://www.vg247.com/steamos-indicative-of-move-toward-openness-in-gaming-says-levineBrenna HillierWed, 25 Sep 2013 23:14:34 +0000https://www.vg247.com/steamos-indicative-of-move-toward-openness-in-gaming-says-levineHardwareSteamOSKen Levine

BioShock creator Ken Levine has received the news of Valve's championing of Linux as part of a general trend towards more open platforms in gaming.

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Valve: multiple SteamOS machines will release in 2014, shipping 300 to testershttps://www.vg247.com/valve-reveals-reference-design-for-steam-box-running-linux-based-steamosStephany Nunneley-JacksonWed, 25 Sep 2013 17:00:13 +0000https://www.vg247.com/valve-reveals-reference-design-for-steam-box-running-linux-based-steamosSteam Machinesteam boxSteamOS

Valve has released information for its Steam Box system which runs the recently announced Linux-based SteamOS. Beginning in 2014, there will be multiple SteamOS machines to choose from, made by different manufacturers.

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Valve to reveal Steam Box reference design this afternoon, Source 2 on Friday - rumorhttps://www.vg247.com/valve-to-reveal-steam-box-reference-design-this-afternoon-source-2-on-friday-rumorStephany Nunneley-JacksonWed, 25 Sep 2013 14:59:48 +0000https://www.vg247.com/valve-to-reveal-steam-box-reference-design-this-afternoon-source-2-on-friday-rumorSource Engine 2SteamOSrumourssteam box

Valve will be making the second of three announcements today regarding whatever plans it has in the works in a little over two hours. And as with anything pertaining to Valve making an announcement, Source Engine 2 has popped up.

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Steam Universe launched in support of SteamOS, hardware and morehttps://www.vg247.com/steam-universe-launched-in-support-of-steamos-hardware-and-moreBrenna HillierTue, 24 Sep 2013 23:02:44 +0000https://www.vg247.com/steam-universe-launched-in-support-of-steamos-hardware-and-moreMacPCSteamOS

Although we're not sure how it relates to upcoming living room announcements, Valve has opened a new Steam Community page dedicated to "discussion about SteamOS, Beta Hardware, and Big Picture Mode". Called Steam Universe, it's likely to turn into a hub for beta access and feedback. Keep an eye on it - it's sure to get busy as the counter ticks closer to Valve's second big announcement.

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SteamOS: who is it for exactly? - opinionhttps://www.vg247.com/steamos-whos-it-for-exactlyDave CookTue, 24 Sep 2013 09:16:38 +0000https://www.vg247.com/steamos-whos-it-for-exactlysteam boxSteamOS

SteamOS was announced last night to much excitement across the internet. Now he's had a chance to sleep on it, VG247's Dave Cook talks about some of the feedback he's seen so far.

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Valve announces SteamOS, is Linux-based, free & coming soonhttps://www.vg247.com/valve-announces-steam-osDave CookMon, 23 Sep 2013 17:00:56 +0000https://www.vg247.com/valve-announces-steam-osSteamOS

Valve has announced a new, Linux-based operating system called SteamOS. It is said to run on any living room hardware. Get the details here.

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