# One of the first cases of a Steam Machine 'Red Line of Death' shows up, just like a real console

> Despite its high price and somewhat disappointing gaming chops, Valve's Steam Machine appears to be selling well, with lots of buyers showing off their new purchase on social media.

- **Source:** [Pcgamer](https://www.pcgamer.com/hardware/gaming-pcs/valves-aim-for-a-console-like-experience-with-its-steam-machine-lands-a-little-too-close-for-comfort-as-one-of-the-first-cases-of-red-line-of-death-comes-to-light/?utm_source=gearopen.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=feed&utm_content=6a4bc5cd254f0da55deb56f2)
- **Published:** 2026-07-06
- **Category:** Gaming
- **Tags:** #amd #ryzen #xbox #steam
- **Canonical:** http://localhost:4321/a/6a4bc5cd254f0da55deb56f2

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