The idea of Steam Machines, first introduced by Valve, may have flopped in the past, but it’s being revived by EmuDeck, a program that enhances emulators for retro consoles. Rodrigo Sedano, the founder of EmuDeck, is now working on a console-shaped custom gaming PC that combines the Steam and EmuDeck experience.
EmuDeck Machines take inspiration from the Sega Dreamcast and aim to make retro gaming more accessible. The consoles will be preloaded with Steam and EmuDeck, along with a wireless controller. The machines will house either Intel N97 or AMD 8600G chips, with the AMD 8600G model promising performance comparable to the Steam Deck.
While the idea is intriguing, there are concerns about the feasibility of the project. Sedano has never shipped a hardware product before, and the project is still in its prototype phase. Additionally, the company’s plan to assemble the PCs themselves, as a family business, may pose logistical challenges.
The idea of Steam Machines, first introduced by Valve, may have flopped in the past, but it’s being revived by EmuDeck, a program that enhances emulators for retro consoles. Rodrigo Sedano, the founder of EmuDeck, is now working on a console-shaped custom gaming PC that combines the Steam and EmuDeck experience.
EmuDeck Machines take inspiration from the Sega Dreamcast and aim to make retro gaming more accessible. The consoles will be preloaded with Steam and EmuDeck, along with a wireless controller. The machines will house either Intel N97 or AMD 8600G chips, with the AMD 8600G model promising performance comparable to the Steam Deck.
While the idea is intriguing, there are concerns about the feasibility of the project. Sedano has never shipped a hardware product before, and the project is still in its prototype phase. Additionally, the company’s plan to assemble the PCs themselves, as a family business, may pose logistical challenges.