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Valve Corporation still planning Steam Deck 2 successor

Valve Corporation is currently exploring the possibilities for a successor to its Steam Deck handheld gaming device. While the company has launched its 2026 hardware lineup, including the Steam Controller and Steam Machine, details regarding the Steam Deck 2 remain unconfirmed. Valve has not yet provided a timeline or specific plans for the next generation of its portable gaming console. AI

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Valve Corporation still planning Steam Deck 2 successor

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