Valve has confirmed that a next-generation Steam Deck remains in development but is not yet ready for release. Software engineer Pierre-Loup Griffais stated that the company seeks a significant performance improvement that justifies a new product, rather than a minor incremental upgrade. He explained that current system-on-chip offerings do not meet their requirements for a true next-generation handheld.
The company is waiting for specific silicon and architectural advancements to achieve its performance targets. This development timeline suggests a potential release in the latter part of 2027. Such a launch could position the new Steam Deck to compete with a rumored PlayStation handheld, which is also speculated to be powered by AMD...
A Valve hardware engineer, Yazan Aldehayyat, has indicated that the upcoming Steam Machine will be priced competitively against custom-built PCs with similar specifications. He stated that the company focused on affordability throughout the design process to ensure the device remains approachable for consumers.
The machine features a semi-custom AMD Zen 4 CPU and an RDNA3 GPU, paired with 16GB of DDR5 memory. It includes models with either a 512GB or a 2TB NVMe SSD. Valve has targeted 4K gaming performance using upscaling techniques, though early tests showed performance varying with graphical settings. Analysts estimate its power falls between the Xbox Series S and the PlayStation 5.
This pricing strategy will place the Steam Machine...
A new Korean and Japanese co-production titled Merry Berry Love is in development. The drama will star Ji Chang Wook as a Korean space planner and Imada Mio as a Japanese strawberry farmer, with their story unfolding on a mysterious island.
The project is a collaboration between CJ ENM and Nippon TV. Director Kim Soo Jung, known for Semantic Error, will direct, while writer Lee Jae Yoon of The Divorce Insurance will write the script. A CJ ENM representative stated their goal is to deliver a project that excites a global audience beyond language barriers.
Merry Berry Love is scheduled for release on the Disney+ and Nippon TV platforms.
NCSOFT has announced Horizon Steel Frontiers, a collaborative MMORPG with Guerrilla Games set for PC and mobile. The game will be situated in a new region called the Deadlands, inspired by the Southwestern United States. It will blend cooperative machine hunting with competitive player-versus-player conflict over resources.
The developers are tailoring the combat for a massively multiplayer experience. New mechanics include using a Pullcaster to climb damaged machines to set traps, as well as picking up and storing enemy weapons for later use. A significant departure from the original series is the introduction of greatswords, enabling a deeper melee system with parries and counterattacks.
While no specific launch date was given in...
NCSOFT has officially announced Horizon Steel Frontiers, a new MMORPG based on the Horizon franchise. The game is being developed for PC and mobile devices. Jan-Bart van Beek, Studio Head at the original developer Guerrilla Games, stated that his team had playtested the project and endorsed its fit within the universe. He indicated that players would share a world involving both cooperative machine hunts and competitive struggles over resources.
Executive Producer Sung-gu Lee explained that the combat system has been specifically tailored for the MMORPG format. He described new mechanics that allow players to climb onto damaged machines, set traps, and use salvaged weapons. Lee emphasized that large-scale battles would require...
Apple has released the second developer beta versions of its upcoming operating systems, including iOS 26.2, iPadOS 26.2, and macOS Tahoe 26.2. These builds introduce several new functionalities. The Apple Games app now allows users to filter their library by titles their friends are playing and view challenge scores that update in real time. macOS Tahoe 26.2 gains an Edge Lighting feature designed to illuminate a user's face during video calls.
Updates to the Podcasts app include automatically generated episode chapters and a new feature for accessing links shared during an episode. The Apple News app is adding new sections for Sports, Puzzles, Politics, and Food. A new Liquid Glass slider on the lock screen enables customization of...
Unreal Engine 5.7 has been released, introducing several new features and improvements for developers. The update promotes the MegaLights feature to Beta, enabling a greater number of dynamic lights for realistic soft shadows and richer game worlds. A new experimental Nanite Foliage system allows for the efficient rendering of complex natural elements like tree canopies at stable frame rates.
The release also includes a production-ready Procedural Content Generation framework with enhanced performance and a new Editor Mode. The Substrate system for creating layered materials is now also considered production-ready. Additionally, an integrated AI Assistant provides developers with in-Editor guidance, code generation, and answers to...
Valve has officially announced three new hardware products: the Steam Machine, the Steam Frame, and the Steam Controller. All three devices are scheduled for release in early 2026.
A hardware engineer at Valve, Yazan Aldehayyat, explained that the Steam Machine's distinctive design originated from thermal management considerations. He stated that determining the necessary heat removal and required airflow dictated the fan design, which in turn shaped the overall product dimensions. Aldehayyat described living rooms as particularly challenging thermal environments, where devices are often enclosed and exposed to other heat sources.
The final design prioritizes performance improvements over the Steam Deck while maintaining a compact...
The developer Windward has announced that sales at its South Bank resort in the Turks and Caicos Islands have exceeded 300 million US dollars. This waterfront community, the first of its kind in the region, comprises four distinct neighborhoods, including the Ocean Estates and a development called Arc.
Arc, a six-story residential project designed by the renowned Italian architect Piero Lissoni, recently celebrated its topping-out ceremony. Ingo Reckhorn, a Windward co-founder, stated that the strong buyer response validated their vision for a world-class community. The project represents Lissoni's first completed work in the Caribbean.
Joe Zahm of TCI Sotheby's Realty reported that the design-forward residences and direct water...
