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Here's How To Get A Steam Frame, Valve's VR Headset, And How Much It Costs

Valve has opened reservations for its new VR headset, the Steam Frame, with prices starting at $1,059 USD or £889 GBP for a 256GB base model. Buyers can also choose a 1TB version priced at $1,299 USD or £1,089. The headset comes with the game Half-Life: Alyx included. Prospective buyers must sign up for the waiting list through the Steam store by Thursday, September 17 to secure a launch copy. Reviewers have described the device as an ambitious experiment in progress targeted at hardware enthusiasts.

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  • ✓ Valve has opened a waiting list for the Steam Frame on the Steam store.
  • ✓ The base model of the Steam Frame costs $1,059 USD or £889 GBP and includes 256GB of storage.
  • ✓ The 1TB model of the Steam Frame costs $1,299 USD or £1,089.
  • ✓ The Steam Frame comes with Half-Life: Alyx included.
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What changed

Valve launched reservations for the Steam Frame and revealed its official pricing tiers and storage options.

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  1. Valve Opens Steam Frame Reservations

    Valve has opened reservations for its new VR headset, the Steam Frame, with prices starting at $1,059 USD or £889 GBP for a 256GB base model. Buyers can also choose a 1TB version priced at $1,299 USD or £1,089. The headset comes with the game Half-Life: Alyx included. Prospective buyers must sign up for the waiting list through the Steam store by Thursday, September 17 to secure a launch copy. Reviewers have described the device as an ambitious experiment in progress targeted at hardware enthusiasts.

    Why it matters

    The virtual reality headset market expands as Valve introduces the Steam Frame to compete with existing hardware like the Meta Quest. Pricing for the device sits above the $1,000 threshold, reflecting rising component costs over recent years. Valve offers optional accessories alongside the two storage configurations.

    What is confirmed

    • Valve has opened a waiting list for the Steam Frame on the Steam store.
    • The base model of the Steam Frame costs $1,059 USD or £889 GBP and includes 256GB of storage.
    • The 1TB model of the Steam Frame costs $1,299 USD or £1,089.
    • The Steam Frame comes with Half-Life: Alyx included.
    • The waiting list closes on Thursday, September 17.

    Still unconfirmed

    • The Steam Frame is designed specifically for hardware nerds.

    What to watch next

    • Customer delivery dates following the September 17 waiting list deadline
    • Reviews detailing PC VR streaming latency and standalone gaming performance
    Sources used for this update (9)
    1. Ars Technica — Steam Frame: The Ars Technica review
    2. cnet.com — Steam Frame, Reviewed: Valve's Ambitious VR Headset Feels Like an Experiment in Progress
    3. GamesIndustry.biz — Valve opens waiting list for Steam Frame, starting at $1059
    4. The Verge — The Steam Frame is made for irresponsible hardware nerds like me
    5. Game Informer — Here's How To Get A Steam Frame, Valve's VR Headset, And How Much It Costs
    6. www.pcguide.com — Steam Frame pre order reservations finally live with 256GB & 1TB options and three optional accessories
    7. www.pcgamesn.com — Yes, the Steam Frame price is (just) over $1k
    8. www.radiotimes.com — Steam Frame v Meta Quest 3: What are the differences in price and specs?
    9. mashable.com — Valve Steam Frame Has Arrived: It’s Trying to Be Everything on My Face
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