There will be four Steam Machine models, and two Steam Frame models

Valve is set to release four versions of the Steam Machine, with a reservation system in place to prevent scalping. Data mined from a Steam update suggests there will be four distinct models and two Steam Frame packages, possibly including storage variants and Steam Controller bundles. The reservation system, already active on Steam, aims to avoid the chaos seen with the Steam Controller release. Despite hopes for a "console-like" price range, concerns about memory shortages and SSD prices linger. The Steam Machine is expected to launch in 2026, with an official announcement potentially coming in May.