So, it looks like Valve might be cooking something up in their lab again. Rumors about a Steam console have been floating around since last year, and now they’re back with even more spice! What does this mean for gamers? Let’s break it down.
The chatter started when tech insiders hinted that Valve is working on a console to take on the likes of the PS5 and XBOX Series X. The whispers aren’t just idle chatter; there’s talk of new versions of the Steam Controller and a shiny new VR headset that could accompany this rumored device. But as always, Valve hasn’t officially commented on any of this yet.
A recent tweet from eXtas1s stirred the pot further:
New Steam console?
Very spicy with Valve, it already seems that a new Steam console is coming that competes against PS5 and Xbox in the future.
Thanks to HandleDeck, we have learned that Valve works closely with AMD and its RDNA 4 technologies.
👀🔥 ¿NUEVA CONSOLA DE STEAM?
MUCHO PICANTE con VALVE, ya parece que viene una nueva consola de STEAM que compita vs PS5 y XBOX en el futuro.
Gracias a @HandleDeck hemos aprendido que VALVE trabaja codo con codo con AMD y sus tecnologías RDNA 4.
INFO ✅ https://t.co/5Lp8XVqHRe pic.twitter.com/JPmEJ2lc3N
— eXtas1s 🎮 Noticias & Rumores (@eXtas1stv) February 3, 2025
If you’re curious about eXtas1s’ insights, there’s a video that spills more beans (though I can’t help you if you don’t speak Spanish). Here’s what he had to say:
If you’ve been living under a rock, let me remind you how successful Valve has been with the Steam Deck. It’s pretty much hailed as one of the best handhelds out there. But will they find similar success at home? There’s potential here but also risk. A new console could shift things around in an already crowded market.
You might wonder how this all affects PlayStation’s strategy for PC exclusives. If everyone suddenly has access to games through a Steam console, why would anyone bother buying a PlayStation for those titles? It could change everything, or lead to another flop like those infamous Steam Machines from years ago.
Caution is key here. Until we hear something official from Valve itself, these rumors are just hot air. Everyone’s watching closely as this gaming giant keeps its cards close to its chest.
