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SteamOS 3.8 has been released as a stable update, bringing improvements to Valve's Steam Deck handheld gaming device.
Valve is discontinuing its physical Steam gift card program due to widespread scammers, ending its last link to brick-and-mortar retail despite the significant revenue from physical cards.
Valve is discontinuing physical Steam gift cards by the end of 2026 due to persistent scam issues, while continuing to offer digital gift cards.
Valve has confirmed that its Steam Machine PC and Steam Frame VR headset will launch sometime this summer, narrowing the window after earlier delays caused by memory and storage supply issues. The company is also setting up Verified certification programs for both devices ahead of launch.
A Reddit user reports that the magnetic charger for the Steam Controller can overheat and cause fire risk when exposed to metal objects like watch bands, prompting Valve to investigate and replace affected units.
The article reviews Valve's new Steam Controller, praising its build quality, precise TMR thumbsticks, and extensive customization, but notes it can't fully impress until the delayed Steam Machine arrives.
Valve has released the CAD files for the Steam Controller under a Creative Commons license, allowing modders to create custom accessories and modifications.