Valve
Mentioned in 33 analyzed podcast episodes across 10 shows
A major PC gaming platform and hardware manufacturer, the company operates Steam, which hosts the largest PC game catalog, and has recently launched the Steam Deck portable console and announced an integrated gaming ecosystem including the Steam Machine console and Steam Frame VR headset. Recent podcast discussions focus on supply chain challenges affecting Steam Deck availability, regulatory scrutiny from New York State over loot box mechanics in titles like Counter-Strike and Team Fortress, and the company's strategic shift toward Linux-based gaming hardware as an alternative to Windows platforms.
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Episode Mentions
Game Scoop! · Apr 11, 2026
Game Scoop! 852: Mario Is Missing
“Developed Artifact card game; discussed regarding deck-building mechanics in story-driven games”
Daily Tech News Show · Apr 8, 2026
Anthropic’s Move to Secure the World - DTNS 5243
“Launched Steam Link for Apple Vision Pro, enabling wireless streaming of Steam games from Mac or PC.”
Kinda Funny Gamescast: Video Game Podcast · Apr 2, 2026
How to Fix PlayStation - Kinda Funny Gamescast
“Steam platform owner; Steam Deck and Steam handheld discussed as competitive threat to PlayStation's handheld ambitions”
Daily Tech News Show · Apr 2, 2026
Humans Head Back to the Moon - DTNS 5239
“Steam survey shows Linux usage jumped to 5.33% in March, first time exceeding 5% market share”
Kinda Funny Gamescast: Video Game Podcast · Mar 31, 2026
Every Game Coming Out in April 2026 - Kinda Funny Gamescast
“Officially acquired Deadlock Twitter account, signaling imminent announcement of the competitive game”
Kinda Funny Gamescast: Video Game Podcast · Mar 31, 2026
Every Game Coming Out in April 2026 - Kinda Funny Gamescast
“Deadlock officially acquiring Twitter account, signaling imminent announcement of the hero shooter game”
Kinda Funny Games Daily: Video Games News Podcast · Mar 27, 2026
Sony is Raising PS5 Prices AGAIN - Kinda Funny Games Daily 03.27.26
“Steam Deck handheld gaming device facing uncertainty due to RAM shortage and component cost inflation”
Game Scoop! · Mar 13, 2026
Game Scoop! 848: A Marathon and a Sprint
“Steam Deck ecosystem discussed as potential competitive threat to PlayStation and Xbox console strategies”
Kinda Funny Gamescast: Video Game Podcast · Mar 11, 2026
Deciding The Greatest Video Game Sequel of ALL TIME - Kinda Funny Gamescast
“Portal 2 and Half-Life 2 featured prominently; Portal 2 reached finals as near-perfect sequel example”
Lex Fridman Podcast · Mar 11, 2026
#493 – Jeff Kaplan: World of Warcraft, Overwatch, Blizzard, and Future of Gaming
“Referenced for exceptional game writing in Half-Life 2 and Portal series; represents gold standard of narrative design”
Kinda Funny Games Daily: Video Games News Podcast · Mar 10, 2026
Resident Evil Requiem Story DLC Announced! - Kinda Funny Games Daily 03.10.26
“Facing second class action lawsuit over loot boxes within two weeks of New York State suit”
Game Scoop! · Mar 6, 2026
Game Scoop! 847: PlayStation Takes Its Toys & Goes Home
“Steam platform discussed as destination for PlayStation PC ports; hosts debate whether Project Helix will support Steam games”
Kinda Funny Games Daily: Video Games News Podcast · Mar 6, 2026
Next-Gen Xbox ‘Project Helix’ Announced - Kinda Funny Games Daily 03.06.26
“Steam Deck manufacturer facing RAM pricing challenges; mentioned as comparison for potential Helix pricing”
Kinda Funny Gamescast: Video Game Podcast · Mar 5, 2026
We Played Mouse: P.I. For Hire! - Kinda Funny Gamecast
“Steam platform hosting concurrent player metrics for Marathon (84,872) and Slay the Spire 2 (135,125)”
Game Theory · Mar 5, 2026
The Console War is OVER
“Steam platform owner launching Steam Machine console in November 2025; controls largest PC game catalog but lacks exclusive first-party titles.”
Daily Tech News Show · Feb 28, 2026
DTNS February in Review
“Steam Deck delayed due to inability to predict RAM pricing; widespread stock shortages reported”
Daily Tech News Show · Feb 27, 2026
Anthropic and OpenAI Draw a Red Line for the Pentagon - DTNS 5215
“Facing New York investigation into loot box mechanics as potential gambling; trading card system discussed as similar gray area.”
No Agenda Show · Feb 26, 2026
1846 - "Thumbstick Flick"
“Gaming company offering Steam console running Linux, positioning as alternative to Windows-based gaming platforms”
Kinda Funny Games Daily: Video Games News Podcast · Feb 26, 2026
PlayStation Backing Away From Single-Player PC Exclusives? - Kinda Funny Games Daily 02.26.26
“Sued by New York Attorney General for loot box mechanics in Counter-Strike, Team Fortress, and Dota; accused of promoting illegal gambling”
Daily Tech News Show · Feb 26, 2026
Why NVIDIA’s Awesome Earnings Tanked the Market
“Sued by New York State over Counter-Strike and Team Fortress loot boxes, alleging randomized cosmetic items constitute unregulated gambling due to Steam Wallet conversion mechanisms.”
Brad & Will Made a Tech Pod. · Feb 22, 2026
327: Two Hours of War
“Steam Deck OLED out of stock; LCD discontinued; Steam Machine/Frame launch delayed due to memory shortages”
Daily Tech News Show · Feb 17, 2026
Scientist Can 3D Print in Seconds - DTNS 5207
“Steam Deck OLED experiencing intermittent stock shortages due to memory and storage constraints”
Nintendo Voice Chat · Feb 13, 2026
Mario Tennis Fever Is Good… But Not $70 Good - NVC 799
“Steam Deck cited as Nintendo Switch hybrid form factor competitor and industry trend follower”
Accidental Tech Podcast · Feb 12, 2026
678: Mentoring a Box of Numbers
“Announced Steam Deck and Steam Machine delays due to AI-driven RAM and storage shortages”
Game Scoop! · Feb 2, 2026
Resident Evil: Is It Still Fun Today?
“Steam platform distributes the 2015 HD remaster; Steam Deck used by panelists for portable gameplay”
Triple Click · Jan 8, 2026
Our Predictions for 2026
“Multiple predictions about Half-Life announcements, Steam controller, and new non-VR gaming announcements”
Game Scoop! · Dec 12, 2025
Game Scoop! 835: You Picked the Games of the Century - Did You Choose Poorly or Wisely?
“Portal 2 (#24) and Half-Life 2 (#15) discussed; noted for not releasing new games despite profitability from Steam revenue”
The Vergecast · Dec 9, 2025
2025 year in review
“Steam Machines expected 2026 launch; Proton/Linux gaming investments predicted to disrupt Windows PC market”
Waveform: The MKBHD Podcast · Nov 21, 2025
The Steam Machine Takes on PS5 and Xbox
“Announced Steam Machine, Steam Controller, and Steam Frame VR headset as integrated gaming ecosystem”
The Besties · Nov 21, 2025
Reflecting on 2025’s Best Games Ahead of GOTY
“Announced Steam Machine, Steam Controller 2, and Steam Frame VR hardware; developing SteamOS for ARM architecture”
The Besties · Oct 24, 2025
Is Outer Worlds 2 the Second Coming of Fallout New Vegas?
“Steam platform host for Next Fest indie game discovery event and Desktop Defender game”
Waveform: The MKBHD Podcast · Oct 17, 2025
Goodbye Windows 10, Hello Apple M5 Chip!
“Reports 30% of PC gamers still using Windows 10, indicating slow gaming platform migration”
The Besties · Oct 17, 2025
One Game to Consume All of Your Time
“Steam Deck and SteamOS set the standard for handheld PC gaming that ROG Ally X is compared against unfavorably”