Steam Deck
Valve's Steam Controller launches May 4 for $99 with low-latency Puck and Steam Deck-inspired design
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Valve's new Steam Controller, successor to the 2015 model and inspired by Steam Deck prototypes, launches May 4 for $99 in the US ($149 CAD, €99 EU, £85 UK, A$149 AU, 419 PLN PL). Featuring dual touchpads, TMR thumbsticks, and a wireless Puck dongle, it offers precise PC gaming while escaping hardware delays affecting Steam Machine and Frame.
Grinding Gear Games has prepared Path of Exile 2 for Steam Deck verification through updates arriving later this month. The changes come in patch 0.5.0 on May 29, marking the final major early access update before the full 1.0 release expected this year.
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Following its November 2025 announcement and March 2026 reaffirmation, Valve's facilities have received large shipments of gaming consoles from China, signaling progress toward the Steam Machine's launch before the end of 2026. Logistics records verified by The Verge show multiple containers arriving in late April and early May.
GOG, the DRM-free digital game retailer owned by CD Projekt, has introduced native Linux support for its GOG Galaxy client. This move addresses long-standing requests from Linux gamers and aligns with the growing popularity of Linux-based gaming, particularly driven by Valve's Steam Deck. The change could enhance GOG's appeal in a competitive market dominated by platforms like Steam.
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The Unifideck plugin for Steam Deck has been updated to include additional game metadata and online support for GOG Galaxy. This enhancement allows users to access details like synopses and scores directly in Steam's Game Mode. The changes also enable online play for certain GOG titles, such as Gwent.
Nvidia is reportedly preparing to launch native support for its GeForce Now cloud gaming service on Linux operating systems later in 2026. This move aims to eliminate the need for workarounds currently used by Linux users, including those on Steam Deck. The announcement comes amid speculation and a separate controversy over a new playtime cap.
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The voxel-based RPG Hytale is set for early access release on January 13, featuring native Linux compatibility that extends to the Steam Deck. Developer Hypixel Studios has confirmed the game's playability on Linux devices, though controller support remains limited at launch. This development follows the studio's reacquisition of the project from Riot Games last year.
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