Hi everyone!

I had been a Playstation user since the first one and I own the fifth one.

After using Linux for years on weak computers for my admin, I decided to try Linux gaming in 2025 and bought a used LCD Steam Deck.

While I’ve been enjoying the Steam Deck, it hurts my neck and isn’t powerful enough for sim racing games.

Naturally, I was happy to learn that the Steam Machine was coming and was willing to invest up to CHF1000.- (~$1236) to get it.

Sadly, it’s not available to order in my country, Switzerland.

So now I have to choose between finding ways to order a Steam Machine or buying a prebuilt computer since I don’t want to source components to build something myself.

My priority would still be the Steam Machine, but I’d be open to alternatives.

What are your advices, what would you do if you’re in the same situation?

Thanks in advance for your help.

  • nevyn@slrpnk.netEnglish
    15·
    14 hours ago

    You built a pc, don’t call it a steam machine, even if you are a zombie consumer.

    • Dnb@lemmy.dbzer0.comEnglish
      5·
      11 hours ago

      Why not? It’s running steam os. There were multiple versions of the original stream machine. It’s just a desktop computer running steam os

      • nevyn@slrpnk.netEnglish
        14·
        12 hours ago

        It is a very poorly specced pc, that is not easy to maintain, comes with a single dimm of ram, is overpriced, and contains proprietary parts. The steam machine is a significant step backwards for personal computing.

        • Bluefruit@lemmy.worldEnglish
          5·
          10 hours ago

          I think you may be looking at it wrong. Its less of a “pc” in the traditional sense and more of a console that you can tinker with/repair. Thats more what demographic its trying to appeal to.

          I dont disagree that its overpriced, but that’s all computer parts or PC’s right now. Its certainly not perfect, but I don’t think its a step backwards at all. I think having more options for gamers to game on their couch is a good thing.