Steam Machine Pricing Shock: Valve has finally confirmed Steam Machine pre-orders and pricing ahead of a June 30 launch, with the 512GB model starting at $1,049 (or $1,128 with a Steam Controller) and the 2TB version reaching $1,349 (or $1,428 bundled), plus a limited reservation draw that Valve says helps curb bots and resellers. Valve Clarifies Identity: Valve also insists the Steam Machine is “an extension of PC gaming,” not a console, framing the premium cost around rising RAM and storage prices. Nintendo Remake Fallout: A long-running fan remake of Zelda: Ocarina of Time for Switch 2 has stopped after Nintendo’s official announcement, ending a decade-long project. Ubisoft Restructuring: Ubisoft is cutting nearly 100 roles in its San Francisco office, following broader studio closures and ongoing cost-cutting. New XCOM Tabletop: Modphius Entertainment will bring XCOM: The Miniatures Game to retail in fall/winter 2026 with solo/co-op wargame rules and a large resin miniatures lineup. Roblox Child-Safety Deal: Mississippi AG Lynn Fitch reached an agreement with Roblox adding stricter protections for minors, including age verification, parental controls, and limits on adult interactions. Xbox Live-Action Push: Sea of Thieves is getting a live-action movie produced by Destin Daniel Cretton, tied to his Spider-Man: Brand New Day work. Nintendo Game Release: Star Fox is set for a June 25, 2026 release with digital and physical pre-orders via the Nintendo eShop.