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PCWorld article argues that Valve is expanding Steam beyond traditional PCs by making both Windows and x86 architecture optional for running your games. (www.pcworld.com)

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[–] Truscape@lemmy.blahaj.zone 15 points 2 days ago (1 children)

Software and ecosystem wise, I don't think so. Most of the issues stem from the hardware costs due to the AI bubble (Valve can't source components to provide a subsidy similar to the Steam Deck at launch/before shortages).

One nice thing about the release is that the OS is starting to be released for use on general hardware (just need to finish working out the driver kinks)

[–] Quicky@piefed.social 3 points 2 days ago

The device is the hardware. The software and ecosystem is a different question.

I know the reasons why, but there’s no getting away from the fact that it is underpowered and overpriced. Valve admit this themselves!