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Valve's Steam Machine launches at £879, citing rising component costs

By Meridian48 News Desk · Summarised from BBC Technology ·

Valve has launched its Steam Machine PC-console hybrid with a starting price of £879. The company attributes the high cost to a broader trend of increasing component prices over time. The device aims to bridge PC and console gaming but faces a premium market position.

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The price tag underscores the challenge of making a niche PC-console hybrid competitive against cheaper, established consoles.
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