Inside Valve’s Bold Strategy for the Standalone Steam Frame VR

Valve is pushing a standalone Steam Frame VR headset that can run untethered while still linking to desktop game libraries.

It is also upgrading the Steam Community Market with 3D item views, better search, and a redesigned interface.

The move pairs hardware innovation with platform improvements as Valve looks to strengthen its position in PC gaming.

At the same time, Valve faces legal scrutiny over loot boxes, skins, and how digital items can be transferred.