Valve Trademark Suggests “Steam Frame” Could Be the Name of Its Rumored Console
Valve may be preparing to expand its hardware lineup beyond the Steam Deck, as two newly filed trademarks appear to reveal the name of the company’s rumored console project. The filings, submitted on September 2, 2025, are for the term “Steam Frame” and cover both computer hardware and a computer game console. The discovery was first circulated on Reddit, sparking speculation that this could indeed be the branding for Valve’s next gaming device.
Valve has not confirmed the existence of a new console, but rumors of a RDNA 4-powered system have persisted for months. With the Steam Deck proving to be a massive success and handheld PCs gaining traction in the wider gaming market, the timing for Valve to attempt a dedicated living room console once again seems more plausible than ever. The name “Steam Frame” also carries more personality than the company’s previous Steam Machine initiative, which failed to gain momentum nearly a decade ago.
If the trademark is tied to the rumored hardware, Valve’s approach will be closely scrutinized. The company’s challenge will be striking the right balance between power, pricing, and flexibility. One area where Valve could stand out is in offering a console that allows some level of upgradability or modularity, enabling users to swap or expand components more easily than traditional consoles. Combined with the Steam ecosystem, which already dominates the PC gaming market, such a device could become a disruptive force if executed properly.
Still, without official confirmation, the “Steam Frame” trademark remains speculation for now. It could simply be Valve securing names for future products, or it could mark the beginning of a new era in the company’s hardware ambitions.
Do you think Valve should try again with a living room console after the Steam Machine’s failure, or should it double down on refining the Steam Deck?
