Valve might be making 512GB and 2TB versions of its new Steam Machine, despite AI-driven memory shortages
According to datamined evidence, Valve appears to be developing multiple storage configurations for its upcoming Steam Machine. A software update to Steam’s reservation system revealed code references to four different Steam Machine packages, with variants including 512GB and 2TB storage options. The discovery was made by Reddit user Pepeizg on the Steam Machine subreddit.
The update to the reservation system—infrastructure that manages product pre-orders and package configurations—included references to two Frame (VR headset) packages alongside the Steam Machine and existing Steam Controller and Steam Deck packages. In software terms, packages are folders containing files related to system configuration and reservation management.
While the evidence comes from datamining rather than official announcement, the inclusion of distinct packages within the reservation system suggests Valve is planning to offer the Steam Machine across multiple storage tiers. This approach would allow different price points and storage capacities to serve various user segments and budgets. The specific storage capacities hinted at (512GB and 2TB) indicate a range addressing both budget-conscious and high-capacity users.
The discovery occurs amid ongoing global memory supply constraints, though specific production timelines and pricing implications remain unclear.