Valve's Steam Machine: Dead on Arrival?

Episode 89: Valve has announced a new Steam Machine, which includes entry-level PC gaming hardware at an unknown price. We give our thoughts on whether this sounds any good and what prices would make sense. Steve also shares a motherboard story.

CHAPTERS

00:00 - Intro

00:40 - Initial Thoughts on Steam Machine

14:42 - No Upgrade Path

20:29 - Game Compatibility and Value

35:35 - AMD Roadmaps

39:43 - Steve Finds a Motherboard Flaw

55:15 - Updates From Our Boring Lives

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