Its standardized hardware thats consistent and has a level of quality that you can expect, if it breaks you can get it fixed
You’re paying for software support, specifically SteamOS
Its not meant for ultra hardcore PC gamers who build PCs with used parts to get the absolute maximum value, its meant for console gamers who explicitly dont want to do that
It looks pretty yet it fits in with any entertainment center
It has greater integration with other Valve products, specifically the Steam Controller
Which means anybody with a Linux gaming PC can probably run any game that works with the Gabe Cube. They might have to tweak a few settings so that the game thinks it’s running on a Gabe Cube, but that’s nothing Linux users aren’t used to doing already.
It is also really quiet even when playing modern games.
Oh yeah that too, my PC is more powerful than it but its loud as hell
Standardized hardware helps game developers a great deal. It’s often why there are devs that stay exclusive to a specific platform.
Yup, many games are tested against the Steam Deck and I predict the Steam Machine will recive the same treatment.
Which means anybody with a Linux gaming PC can probably run any game that works with the Gabe Cube. They might have to tweak a few settings so that the game thinks it’s running on a Gabe Cube, but that’s nothing Linux users aren’t used to doing already.