Valve's Steam Machine gets its first support update ahead of launch via SteamOS preview 3.8.0 and it includes one major fix I've been waiting for

Date:
Fri, 20 Mar 2026 16:34:21 +0000

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The Steam Machine could be closer than we expected after its recent delay, as Valve released SteamOS 3.8.0 preview for initial hardware support.

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now subscribed Your newsletter sign-up was successful An account already exists for this email address, please log in. Subscribe to our newsletter Valve has released SteamOS 3.8.0 preview for initial Steam Machine support ahead of launch Its also introduced major fixes, like improved Discord screen share functionality in game mode The update indicates the Steam Machine's release date or price could be announced soon Valve is still hard at work behind the scenes for the release of its Steam Machine, after plans were stifled via a delay due to the ongoing RAM crisis. Fortunately, a new update could be a strong indication that its launch date announcement might be
closer than we expected.

Announced on Steam, Valve has released SteamOS 3.8.0 preview with 'initial support for the upcoming Steam Machine'. It comes with numerous graphics driver, performance, and stability fixes, and notably, improvements for both the Steam Deck and non-Steam Deck handhelds that use SteamOS. Unfortunately, the RAM crisis and its impact across the PC hardware market are seemingly ever-present, and an indefinite delay has been looking more likely in recent months (and could arguably be the ideal solution ), especially since the
Steam Deck OLED , which uses similar memory and storage, has been affected by sudden drops in availability. Article continues below You may like Valve recommits to a 2026 launch for the Steam Machine AMD CEO assures us that
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Nonetheless, the patch notes suggest the 3.8.0 preview is a 'small update', but there are a significant number of improvements that may prove to be massively beneficial to the Steam Machine's functionality from day one, once it finally launches.

One of those fixes is the long-anticipated improved support for screen
sharing and casting on Discord and OBS while in SteamOS game mode. This
should make Discord much easier to use for both handheld and Steam Machine users. (Image credit: Valve) More importantly, these updates are indicative
of a potential release date or price announcement being imminent, but that doesn't necessarily mean consumers will be able to get their hands on it anytime soon.

It's quite evident that Valve doesn't want to make a mistake by announcing a price that isn't feasible. Get daily insight, inspiration and deals in your inbox Sign up for breaking news, reviews, opinion, top tech deals, and more. Contact me with news and offers from other Future brands Receive email from
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If Valve's Steam Machine has a higher price than what most are anticipating, it will likely be a major dealbreaker for consumers. However, a more affordable price might not be ideal for Valve, considering the unstable state of the market and prices for memory alongside storage, but please its customers.

It's a tough situation for Valve, but there's a good chance it's poised to take another step towards the Steam Machine's much-anticipated launch. The best gaming consoles All the best consoles of this generation

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