That's not to say the new AMD-powered Alienware Area-51 range isn't impressive, but the cheapest models showcased at CES 2026 do largely give mid-range vibes. You're getting an Nvidia GeForce RTX 5070 ...

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The Alienware Area-51 Gaming Desktop with RTX 5090, Core Ultra 9, 64GB RAM is going for $6,599.99 right now with a $600 ...

Steam Machine could be the tipping point for Linux gaming, from its cost efficiency to the new Proton compatibility layer ...

The Steam Machine focuses on a compact, quiet TV setup with Steam OS and Proton, so you enjoy console-like play without ...

The Steam Machine could be the next big thing in gaming. The Steam Deck has sold well, but it can only play select Steam games. The upcoming Steam Machine, meanwhile, can play all your Steam games, ...

For anyone hoping the price of the Steam Machine was going to be as competitive as the Steam Deck's, you might be in for some sticker shock. While some were already warning that the Steam Machine was ...

Ever since the Steam Deck landed, gaming enthusiasts have increasingly found refuge in SteamOS. PC gaming, driven by the Linux-based software, is at an all-time high, partly owing to performance woes ...

The announcement of Valve's upcoming Linux-based Steam Machine hit the internet with a largely positive reception — alongside some understandable confusion. Valve's console will purportedly offer up ...

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Valve is supposed to reveal pre-order options for the Steam Machine in early 2026 but PC gaming prices are getting out of control. Ubisoft is already hyping up The Division 3. And a mystery game is ...