From courtside of the virtual hardwood, it’s Episode #606 of the NLSC Podcast!

Earlier this month, Valve announced the return of the Steam Machine – their console-like gaming PC – which is slated for release in early 2026. This week, we’re joining the community in reacting to the news, including giving our thoughts on the announced specifications, discussing the potential advantages and disadvantages of a console-PC hybrid gaming device, stating our level of interest in possibly picking one up, and speculating on what it’s likely to cost. Suffice it to say, while we may not all be completely sold on the Steam Machine as of right now, it’s certainly an intriguing development that we’re going to keep an eye on!

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