Valve says it’s still waiting for better chips to power Steam Deck 2
Valve has announced that it is still waiting for advancements in portable gaming silicon before launching the Steam Deck 2. In an interview, Valve Software Engineer Pierre-Loup Griffais emphasized the importance of a substantial performance upgrade, stating they are not interested in minor improvements that do not enhance battery life significantly.
This decision is crucial for developers as it indicates that Valve is focused on delivering a next-gen gaming experience that could impact game design and performance expectations. The current lack of suitable System on a Chip (SoC) offerings means developers will need to wait longer for hardware that can support more demanding games.
“We want something a little bit more demarcated than that.”
- what
- Valve is delaying the Steam Deck 2 until better chips are available.
- who
- Valve Software Engineer Pierre-Loup Griffais.
- when
- No specific timeline mentioned for the Steam Deck 2 release.
- impact
- Developers may need to adjust game performance expectations.
Valve's cautious approach reflects a focus on quality over quick releases.
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