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DIY Enthusiast Builds Steam Machine Alternative with Bazzite and Steam Controller 2

By Meridian48 News Desk · Summarised from Tom's Hardware ·

A PC enthusiast is creating a custom couch gaming setup using a 50-foot fiber optic HDMI cable, a Steam Controller 2, and Bazzite OS. The DIY approach bypasses Valve's official Steam Machine console. This project highlights the ongoing appeal of custom-built gaming solutions over pre-made hardware.

Meridian48 take
While Valve's Steam Machine may simplify couch gaming, this DIY route underscores that enthusiasts still prefer flexibility and control over convenience.
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50-feet-long fiber optic HDMI cable and Steam Controller 2 is enthusiasts' answer to the Steam Machine — dismisses Valve's new console for a DIY Bazzite setup with a controller →
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