Devices
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Valve unveiled its new Steam Machine in November 2025, announcing prices and pre-orders in June 2026. Its pitch is bringing the Steam library to the living room in a compact PC; price and compatibility, rather than raw power, determine its fit.
Nintendo Switch 2 is a console available with games announced for 2026. Microsoft, in contrast, has only confirmed that it is developing Project Helix and aims to combine Xbox and PC games: no date, price or full specifications have been communicated.
Game counts and compatibility promises in an advertisement are not enough to assess a retro console. This guide explains what to request in writing about the catalogue, specifications, warranty and support, and which aspects cannot be treated as verified on the basis of the available sales information.
The materials reviewed include event and game announcements, but do not document a recent hardware change for PlayStation, Xbox or Nintendo. This is a limit of the evidence gathered, not proof that there is no news.
A console that runs installed games and streaming address different needs. We review connectivity, compatibility, subscriptions and availability so you can check the requirements before spending.
A console being handheld does not mean it can connect to a TV. This guide explains how to check play modes, accessories and usage requirements in official documentation before buying.
