Alienware Steam Machine - Full In-Depth Review

[@Ian-ei3jy]

Wow the controller sounds like it's picking up radiation at Chernobyl.

[@MrSharpStudios]

+Ian Perfect for Fallout 4 :)

[@precision1628]

+Ian lol made my day

[@123glass7]

😂😂😂😂😂

[@danny-wv5yb]

So the i7 is good cpu to play on Windows?

[@MdTalha-xv2vs]

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[@tziuriky86]

LOL to the people asking questions such as if you can use it as a desktop, if it can go on the internet, or attach a mouse and keyboard. It is a goddamn PC in a small case, get over it, so anything that you can do on a desktop PC or a laptop you can do that here as well, becasue it's a PC like any other PC, wether you use it with Windows or Steam OS Linux you can just do everything (from wathing porn to editing office documents or using skype) because it is just a plain old PC in a small case.

[@hunterm2875]

Tziu Ricky thanks for clearing that up m8. :)

[@tziuriky86]

I hope I wasn't too harsh :D

[@ieatsnowflakes4799]

Tziu Ricky can i pirate games?

[@tziuriky86]

Graphic Default LOL well, if you can find cracked games for Windows or Linux, than yes :-) But it's always good to buy originals in order to compensate the developers who make a living spending so much time and resources to make our favourite games.

[@fitusayin3261]

Tziu Ricky you seem pretty smart So does this thing allow me to use mods on games like bo3 and GTA 5 And can I download mine craft on it

[@vaultboy123]

So, it costs more than a traditional console, it's slower than Windows, and you can't play all Steam games on it? Sounds like a winner.

[@addedgoatinside]

When you consider that PC's are not going to be obsolete anytime soon, you can upgrade the ram, Windows 7 can be installed and THEN all PC triple A games can be installed onto this. Out of the box, this thing exactly wow but you can change that. Sorry if this came over as a 'PCMASTERRACE F UR MUM M8 BOI' but this machine is really convenient and seeing this got on my nerves. Have a great day now.

[@Noticed888]

OnePunch-Man can I play s.t.a.l.k.e.r on this

[@naughtybethesda1954]

Colonel fuhrberger i would love to know as well.

[@fasterthanlife4763]

You can get windows on it and. Has way more power then a console and its smaller

[@RapidPhantom293]

*gets steam machine*gets xbox controller*plugs into steam machine*now your ready to play!

[@briankamras2913]

After using my steam controller for a couple days, I'm hooked on it - the guy probably didn't have a lot of time to devote to screwing around the controller and couldn't get the hang of it. The benchmarks are disappointing, but not nearly as bad as this guy is making it sound. Did he try to say "five to 10 times slower" while also saying "10% to 5% slower"? Brain fart maybe? The performance hit shouldn't be there, but I would deal with it so I don't have to deal with Windows.

[@derekfurst6233]

if you were a woman I'd marry you

[@PotatoMaGobinus]

+Derek Furst LOL XD

[@bewd303]

+Brian Kamras I concur. If nothing else he should list all the things you DON'T have to deal with because it's linux. It's also not a console so you don't have to deal with crappy graphics and the inability to upgrade without buying a new machine. Also, YOU CAN USE ANY CONTROLLER OR HEADSET YOU WANT AND YOU DON'T HAVE TO SPEND ANOTHER $200! I might be a little bit biased. I plugged my gaming comp into my TV and hooked up a wireless Xbox controller almost 10 years ago to play games on steam. It's too bad Hawken died. So much better than call of duty and my console only roommate agrees. Also, Skyrim + Mods with a controller. Consoles can suck it.

[@spitfireace87]

+Derek Furst harry potter

[@breezycaesar]

+Brian Kamras Do you have a steam machine?

[@nwbrian9697]

Friend bought one of these tonight (Alienware Steam Machine ASM100-6980BLK) and asked me to help him set it up since I've already built my own PCs. Steam setup was easy however you will need someone to help you run Windows if your not tech savvy. Unfortunately, the SteamOS library is limited. I have over 200 games in my Steam library and only about 50 of those were compatible with the SteamOS. As mentioned in the review your stuck with a 2 GB 860m gpu that cannot be upgraded which is a major concern. As far as performance, I was expecting the machine to run quite well. Not max out Crysis 3 well but run stable. Downloaded Spec Ops: The Line and it would barely run without having lots of frame rate issues during the single player campaign. It should be able to run an older game like that without any issues considering the specs are at or above recommended setting requirements. He may have gotten a bad system but it was enough for him to return it and I can't blame him. Odds are I will just build him a PC for just slightly more than the cost of the steam machine.

[@michaezell4607]

I simply use the steam software downloaded from the internet and have full access to my entire steam library of games.

[@JMS103]

This is much better than ps4 and Xbox one. I'm loving mine.

[@josephkiloh4971]

+Jason Sprouse But you cant play new titles? IDK about you, but for me, If I cant play the games I want to play - I think that is a huge thumbs down. And you cant upgrade the GPU, so this is virtually no different than a console if you cant upgrade gaming performance. I am a console gamer - but ONLY because it is more convenient for me to play on my couch. This would give me the value of being able to play on couch as well as have access to PC exclusives through steam, but IDK if that would be worth sacrificing the ability to play new titles but still have to spend more than I would on a console system. Sounds like personal preference to me.

[@TheT3rr0rMask]

I went for an xb1. In terms of a console though, I'd say the steam machine is a better system than the other current consoles.

[@TheT3rr0rMask]

+Joseph Kiloh The GPU and Linux support are the issues with this. You still get a huge library, pretty decently strong machine for the size and design, and the option for keyboard and mouse across every game published for it.

[@megabytemillion5461]

+LovelyProductions you do know that you can put Windows on it right it can become a alpha again

[@TheT3rr0rMask]

President ZërΩ That's true, extremely customization

[@zappa248]

What game are you playing at around 10:30?

[@VanFelo]

The video i was waiting for. Thanks.

[@solomonmitchell6048]

a dumb question: the alienware alpha plays steam games? and if I got a older alienware alpha will it still be powerful enough to play the newer games of 2017? also can alienware alpha play starcraft?

[@michaezell4607]

I have the R2 version and it's essentially a fully functional PC that is good for gaming as well as internet access.

[@sayresyDevino]

Really enjoy your reviews - especially as you review a lot of fun tech. Was quite suprised at the performance hike with W10 compared to steamOS. ALSO I love the fact that It's so small and would fit in my backpack, with my portable monitor (13.3") and supply me with a PC and a gaming machine for those boring family visits. btw -- I am a 52 yr ol' Grey-Haired-Gamer

[@airgear87]

+sayresy Devino So basically a laptop.

[@LaughingMan011]

Thanks for the in depth review. This really helped make my decision on the Steam Machine.

[@robogent2025]

If you want to play games like first person shooters, don’t use the steam controller steam also says that the controller is not made for those types of games, plug a Xbox or ps3 type controller into it.

[@TheMrKonov]

actually I cant believe you have only 156 k sub you are the best man,keep going :) admires

[@MayurChaudhari211]

what is the Real time strategy game waj was playing? @3.22

[@Meowmere97]

That's Anno 2070. In my personal opinion the best out of the series.

[@kagewolf1996]

so with the streaming. if I have a crappy laptop/pc which can't really run the games..can I stream to the machine and play them with no problem? also. if I were to download windows 10 wouldn't I in turn be able to just install the steam client and play all the steam games?

[@Earlysgamer]

KageWolf 96 are you here so I can answer you

[@greenmachine6672]

Thank for the review. I got the alpha one

[@lullabyofadeadman]

I got the alpha one too. I didn't know that this one was different from the alpha

[@josephedmunds6718]

Can you play truck simulator on it

[@rambofan334]

Questions. 1. Can I use other controllers? I use an Xbox controller when I play on my PC when the game allows it. 2. Can I still use a mouse and a keyboard? Like you said the Steam controller doesn't have the same feel. 3. Does it connect through WiFi or just through internet cable? I saw a slot for an internet cable so I'm not sure if it also connects through WiFi. 4. Would I be able to use mods? I'll bet that I can but you can never be too careful.

[@rudiesubs9161]

+rambofan334 yes you can you Xbox controller just replace the steam controller dongle with and xbox controller dongle. yes you can use mouse and keyboard. I don't know about wifi but you can use mods

[@davideverett2]

Good review, The steam boxes look like one big failure to me. The fact that it's game limited (U-play and Origin titles?) is enough to make it a no-way.

[@jadenwilliams3775]

You can download that.

[@davideverett2]

+Moustache Man On the Steam OS, Linux? If you're forced to install Windows for half the games you've negated the whole idea of what they're trying to do. You may as well have a regular ITX built so you have no such limitations..

[@jadenwilliams3775]

Guess your right.

[@davideverett2]

+Patrick Hill You hit the button on the head when you said Windows games. Steam OS doesn't use Windows it's a Linux based OS. I'm not 100% sure what limitations there are but if someone wants to load Windows onto it instead of the Steam OS while that can be done doing so would be completely negating the point of these Steam boxes which is to offer weekend gamers a hassle free console style PC gaming alternative. The idea of offering PC style gaming in a console type box could succeed but it won't do while the companies controlling PC game releases are fragmented like they are. Yes you can play a game on Origin such as Battlefield via Steam but once you move to there Steam boxes Linux based OS won't that change? Unless there's something going on that I do not know about (which is quite possible) yes.

[@ik1llpeeple4fun]

ubisoft games are on steam too. Far cry 4, trials etc.... Not so much origin.

[@Martinzx667]

I got one , what CPU do you recommended to upgrade?

[@Unibot47]

Fantastic review! Subscribed. Thanks for the video.

[@pyrright380]

okay 2 questions that I cant find answers for anywhere...1 can you simply use a mouse and keyboard for anygame on the steam machine and 2 could I play mass effect 3 which isn't on steam on the steam machine

[@thebayareastandout]

MW Technology if I install Windows 10 instead of SteamOS then are all of the games available?

[@jihlnabaat6329]

dude were you messing with radiation when reviewing @ 3:10? cause your rad detector found something.

[@YuJay]

Can you use Family Sharing with the Steam OS?

[@arbee9957]

+MW Technology can these play Valve games? Since they dont look like they they take much to run, and since they dont have the full library I wanna know before I spend 500 on it. I just mainly wanna know if it can play tf2 since its mainly all I play

[@JL-vt5nb]

+Calvin Who? Yeah valve made steamos so you can play all their games.

[@Illest4eva]

Is the OS on a NAND or on the HDD itself just wanted clarification for upgrade purposes thanks!

[@inoxisane]

I know I'm late, but it's on the HDD itself.

[@bigleonard1984]

Is that a lute in the background? If so: Gimme the lute, gimme the lute.

[@peterjhhoey7567]

excellent product review and hammer the right nail on the head regarding STEAM OS 2 THUMB up👍👍

[@Stephen.Bingham]

Can any human observe a 5 or 10% difference in frame rate? How many TVs can display these high frame rates anyway? In short, of what relevance to the real world are any of these benchmarks?

[@Stephen.Bingham]

+Cynical Human I accept that, in ideal circumstances and for certain types of image, a typical human would be able to tell the difference between a 40 fps and a 60 fps video. However, that is not what we are talking about here - we are talking about a 5 or 10% difference in frame rate (a 5-10 times smaller difference). Although it is true that the interfaces of modern TVs can accept a 60 fps data stream, the actual switching speed of the pixels is usually slower than this - they do not switch on and off instantaneously.

[@Stephen.Bingham]

+Cynical Human, if you can tell the difference between 40 fps and 42 fps (a 5% difference) or between 40 fps and 44 fps (a 10% difference) then you clearly have "super powers"

[@mikeadams4717]

+Stephen Bingham Agreed, he's missing your point. What I would look at when discussing close margins like this would be minimum frame rate and frame time deltas. This would be much more relative to the 'smoothness' you get in game. I would gladly take a 2 FPS drop in average framerate if my minimum framerate was higher and my frame time lower.

[@Richdabs]

do you hook up the steam machine to your tv hdmi or do u need a computer still?

[@edgelord6158]

Hook it up to a TV just like a console, plug and play

[@Richdabs]

Edgelord Thanks alot

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[@Richdabs]

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[@AngelLopez-cd3ic]

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[@zachmyers8819]

So if you download Windows on this then you have access to the full Windows library of games as well?

[@yeeticusl9178]

yup

[@tarueshane7946]

+Hype Kill Does it run any fighters well?

[@seanlingham5254]

Theoretically yes. It's a x86 PC. So you can wipe out SteamOS and install Windows on it if you'd like. Or you can use Steam Link to stream games from your current PC through it to play them on the telly.

[@powyr.4490]

can you play non-steam games in a steam machine? like Minecraft and Overwatch ? and also can i run steam machine in windows desktop mode?PLZ answer

[@Rocketmiller69]

Very awesome! Always wanted to play PC games but never had a high tech PC to do it. As a PS4 user and past Xbox 360 user, could I use one of those controllers for the steam machine or is the steam machine controller exclusive to the steam machine itself?

[@sitihajarmdsawari5338]

Of course

[@lewisgolightly7129]

what is the maximum video output? for example 1080p 60 frames? 1440p 60 frames?

[@JordanFanatic]

Lewis Golightly It varies between games. I was playing Sonic Generations in 4K 60FPS on the i7 version of this PC (Switched from SteamOS to Windows)

[@Drawyah]

There was a time I genuinely considered one of these as something dedicated for Steam games! Glad I never took that hit. 😅

[@johnwurzer950]

which configuration is shown in the benchmarks?

[@hkoizumi3134]

Basically the biggest mistake was having a Linux OS. When compared, alienware alpha makes more sense.

[@MCAQUIN0]

would it be possible to install sony vega on it for video editting?

[@heathhampton3495]

I ordered the i7 model and I'm having serious thoughts about sending it back. My question, if I load Windows on this, will I then be able to have access to the full steam library? It seems like an obvious yes. For the price, I'd like to return it and get a $750 gaming PC with hdmi. I'm kinda bummed...

[@heathhampton3495]

+Heath Hampton I just returned it. My wife got this for a christmas present, so I didn't even open it. I got the i7 $750 model. If anyone knows a decent gaming PC for abound the same price let me know. I realize it's not going to be a great PC for that amount, I just wanted some ideas.

[@madjunir]

+Heath Hampton I would recommend syber / cyberpower. They also sell both windows versions or steamOS versions (or you can have both installed). Is pretty upgradable too for the future. I basically run Linux mainly, so am mostly fine with the 1700 games (100 ports per month) it has and will have many more games coming once Vulkan (mantle 2.0) is out. I use my windows machine less and less as I don't like having antivirus in the background taking up memory and cpu. So if a game is available on Linux / steamOS I prefer playing it there than in windows. Also the controller is incredible is 90% software. So This reviewer left out most of its features like Gyro /Motion Aim controls for shooters, mode shifting, trackball, etc. am having a lot of fun learning its potential with many good guides already.

[@kristian2208]

+gamehero4 please do

[@kristian2208]

gamehero4 I'm gonna buy a PC that could substitute my old laptop that I use for playing LoL and Uncharted but also that I can use for work, Excel PowerPoint and sortof. It should have windows, keypad and mouse, and able to play games nicely without a 700+ expense on my card.

[@kristian2208]

+gamehero4 nah, I have an LED that can hook

[@turnerbutton]

what game is that at 10:20?

[@reidenslow79]

Any help I'm a console gamer looking for a PC for a variety if games so I wanna know if this is the best PC for starter PC gamers on a tight budget or is the alpha better I can't afford Area 51 or the X51 and custom building I have no idea how to do that.

[@reidenslow79]

Also should I get a monitor? I heard its way faster than TV

[@guardsmansteven4128]

I have the x51 and it is shit

[@WrenchMonkey91]

my buddy bought one of these and just put windows 10 on it, solves a lot of the negatives immediately. other than that, i feel like this steam box idea is almost there but not quite, if i could upgrade everything or was a good bit cheaper i'd give it a go.

[@killer456789101112]

So if I put Windows 10 could I play the rest of the steam games

[@huntxr3871]

yep

[@MM-ix9xf]

How would you download Windows 10?

[@jermainephillips3606]

chillbro321 if you find out let me know

[@Earlysgamer]

I know

[@Theconservativeman88]

What games was he playing? Some of them looked really cool.

[@IanLaster]

If we can install windows on the steam machine, doesn't that mean that we can play some triple A titles that are compatible with the GTX graphics card. If you said it in the video sorry for missing out

[@Earlysgamer]

Ian Laster are you here so I can answer you

[@michaelpillet6686]

But can it play minesweepers?

[@shadowwolf4599]

If I had friends playing on an actual pc on steam would in be able to play with them on this system?

[@pimphandgamester]

I made my own SteamOS with Windows 10 as the background platform. I cut W10 down to just the necessities to run games using WinReducer which got me an install footprint of under 5 gigs. Set Steam to start in big screen mode and Origin games I linked to the Steam's UI. So this method decreased the initial boot time to where it boots Steam much faster so I never see the desktop. So not it's a much more streamlined console like experience and with the Steam controller I can make shortcuts on Steam to GOG games or basically every game imaginable.

[@isaiaschapa7322]

I really want to get into pc gaming really like the way the game player unknown battlegrounds looks like what steam machine should I buy I can't figure out who or where to ask game stop has a new i3 for 275 but is i3 even worth it I noticed there's a i5 alpha and i7?

[@saligraphy]

If the problem is steam OS and the number of games you can play with it can't you just put windows on the machine and play games through that? You failed to mention that

[@gobs3701]

Can I connect a Dualshock 3 on it via Bluetooth??

[@lullabyofadeadman]

Yes you can

[@darshanbhatt9648]

hey can i use this for 3d rendring or 3d modelling purpose pls rply back

[@MayurChaudhari211]

can any one pls tell me the Game he is playing 3:22

[@XzLilZzX]

So does it play the newer games that are out and does it run well im confused

[@XzLilZzX]

+gamehero4 so like gta5 and fallout 4 it plays in next gen correct?

[@XzLilZzX]

+gamehero4 wow what a shame so should i go ps4 ?

[@XzLilZzX]

+gamehero4 thanks bro appreciate your imput

[@isbjornnnnnn]

What's the game @3:24 ?

[@bigjon7894]

i click on a game to download, it says starting... then, without me doing anything else it stops and doesnt download nor does it tell me what happened, any ideas as to what is going on?

[@elmorovg1051]

What name of the strategy game ! Looks awesome

[@liamstone1540]

What is the first game you were playing

[@noheroes9479]

How easy are these to set up for absolute PC beginners like me? I know nothing about PC hardware. I'd want to install Windows 10 on it, if its simple to do?? I am an Xbox player and Mac computer user (no hate please) but with PC exclusives like Quake Champions & Scorn coming out, as well as other games on PC, I am tempted to pick one up with my bonus

[@domtorreto9414]

The controller vibration sounds like your getting crazy radiation in fallout 4. XD

[@thousandbruhs]

What variant of the Steam Machine should I buy?

[@Phoenixx-vy7ln]

the i7 one, extra $200 from the i3 version totally worth the price, and a copy of windows 10 for it

[@FLINTZ]

Can you install Windows 10 over the SteamOS platform?

[@clubalbert]

can I watch my Blu-ray movies and is the online service free?

[@galaaxcy]

Can I use a mouse with the steam machine?

[@romanromero6824]

could I get a steam machine and hook up a keyboard and mouse to not have to worry about the noise of the controller. I want to start youtube soon and need a laptop or desktop. On a budget but want good quality also.

[@callumsweeney1850]

Can you use a mouse and keyboard with this? I know it sounds stupid but yeah

[@callumsweeney1850]

+Elias Nykrem Mainly CS:GO and other action games, which is why I would like keyboard and mouse, im looking for a pc thats powerful for its price, and come across this.

[@callumsweeney1850]

+Elias Nykrem Ah, thanks for the detailed reply, really appreciate it! I will take a look at the Alpha thanks!

[@WorldPancake]

How do you connect an xbox 360 controller to it?

[@driskoll127]

I talked to someone at GameStop about this, and apparently they had no idea what they were talking about... they told me you could not exit SteamOS and that you could not do anything else besides use Steam which is clearly wrong. It's a neat idea, but it's just kind of stupid to have integrated parts on it. You're better off simply buying or building a PC yourself that you can actually upgrade. Otherwise you won't be able to keep up with the newest gen games for long. If none of It's parts were integrated, this might be a good starting point for an upgradeable PC, especially since it's compact and somewhat portable. Like I said, good idea but it needs some work and you're definitely better off getting a regular PC. You could probably get something comparable for the same price.

[@kituwahband]

I was curious about this...dual booting anything with Win8 is a pain due to the uefi settings...not sure with win10 tho. I'm not a big fan of linux even though it is a good os.

[@andrew9819]

could you make a video tutorial on how to install and run windows 10 on the steam machine

[@TheMegamanx1978]

+andrew martinez A video tutorial on how to install SteamOS on a Windows computer and turn it into a Steam Machine would be a much better video.

[@thegreatcaesar6654]

If I get this can I still use a mouse and keyboard

[@romanromero6824]

also what is a good average FPS?

[@rudiesubs9161]

this may be a dumb question but if I buy the cheapest version of this and download windows 8.1 will i be able to play all the games on steam and not just ones which can be played on linux. I have bad computer and would rather not buy a new one if I can just buy a steam machine and play on that

+Rudie Subs Just buy the alienware alpha, its the same but it runs windows

[@rudiesubs9161]

Vincent Stavleu I want to get the steam machine as a console, not a desktop. so how viable is it to use wine and playonlinux to play all the games which are windows only? also I want the free games.

I'm using my alienware Alpha as a console. Just with the added benefit of a greater library. Wine might work but I don't know if you can add shortcuts to wine games in steamos (you can add shortcuts to non steam Games in steam for Windows)

[@rudiesubs9161]

but doesnt running windows use alot of the ram? wont this slow down games?

+Rudie Subs probably, but as it is the alienware Alpha performance is better than the Steam machine, probaby something with optimisation. I would only get the alienware steam machine if you can live without Windows exclusives and don't want to pay extra for the steam controller.

[@_fb2751]

I have a xbox one but should I buy this as well

[@EGNKingAdam]

can we still use a xbox controller on the steam machine

[@soyebravat8903]

Would love to see a Vs video with an Nvidia shield.

[@mudfrog4681]

professional! Love your channel man! liked,subscribed.. oh one question about the steambox,would I be able to play league of legends on it?

[@UltraLefocVazelos13]

Can u recommend a new processor for my alienware steam machine? I have a Intel Core i3 - 4170T 3.2 GHZ , 2 core, 1150 socket, 35 W . I need something similar , but much better than this. Thanks :)

[@Earlysgamer]

Saint Holborn buy the alienware alpha r2

[@Earlysgamer]

I recommend i5

[@hoggaliniethebest6280]

Question:do you need a computer for Alienware steam machine

[@spartanx2117]

so I'm a console gamer, and I'm thinking about getting this for a handful of games but mostly alpha games like h1z1. I wanna know if this is capable of running those kinds of games.

[@JL-vt5nb]

+Rainx2117 Depends on how well optimized they are

[@ChozoSR388]

Those haptic engines shouldn't be that loud. My STEAM Controller's haptic engines are extremely quiet; I can barely hear tthem even when on high settings. LOL 2.3 fps difference is a "major discrepancy"?

[@zakcritical548]

Can you use a keyboard and mouse for this?

[@thoseguysthatdontdoanythin203]

Do a Alienware alpha vs the steam machine

[@Timber1187]

Could u use a mouse keyboard on the steam box

[@abatabat8855]

+david wells yes, thats not a problem :)

[@izabunny5830]

What's the name of the strategic game he's playing?

[@addedgoatinside]

Out of the box, it's good. What is great is that I can upgrade the RAM and the HDD plus I can get a copy of Windows 7 Ultimate onto this. The multi-colour lights on the machine is a nice added addition but whether or not I am able to change the lights after getting 7 Ultimate is another question. The Steam Controller is nice HOWEVER the clicking will get on my nerves. Best thing for me is to sell it and get an Xbox One controller instead. This leads me to the fact that you are able to hide the dongle inside the machine rather than having to take up a USB port on the outside. Very considerate Alienware. I will get 16gb of RAM on this plus an XBone controller just to get a better experience from this.

[@gxi5232]

U can use it as desktop??

[@vinnieburton0287]

i don't want to stream but can you buy games like rust and Garry's mod on this console/PC and is the windows part an actual PC desktop?

[@tziuriky86]

Steam OS is a regular Desktop operating system in itself as well. It was also shown in this video. The "console" interface you saw here is just the Steam client in full screen mode, but when you close it, you just get the Linux Desktop which basically has the same logic as Windows (icons, menus, folders, etc). Look up Debian Linux or Ubuntu Linux to understand what I mean. It has all the software you need in a big repository of free Linux software, you can use Office applications, PDF readers, image manipulation programs, Chrome, Firefox, Microsoft Skype and so on. You can also run some Windows-only apps and games using a tool calle "Wine". And of course you can also install good old Windows on a side and decide which OS to start when you turn the PC on (because it is a PC in all regards).

[@tlico3973]

Tziu Ricky how do ypu download windows 10?

[@tziuriky86]

TheKmodo Gaming It can be downloaded (legally) from the Microsoft website using the so called "Media Creator Tool". It's a Microsoft App that will let you create a Windows 10 installation USB-stick or save the download as an .ISO image to be burnt onto a DVD or a usb stick at a later time. You'll easily find it if you google the above app name.

[@TheT3rr0rMask]

Now that they're cheaper I may get one. Yeah Linux only but it's a rich library and there's plenty of open source software to go with it. Great potential digital media and game center!

[@perry10161987]

hi i want to know is it ok to install lol in this machine?

[@nickihuevos221]

Do I have to buy a PC? Or does the steam machine completely replace a console?

[@bushsbushbush9334]

No, you can't play call of duty just valve games and some fps

[@joeyg2k8]

Alpha is a Pc,you could just install Windows and have more option to play any game

[@nickihuevos221]

+Joey Gomes fuck it I'mma just buy a Wii u

[@bushsbushbush9334]

+NickiHuevos no get the Alienware alpha

[@ralphiebarba]

can you download custom zombies maps for this?

[@brookarnold6054]

idk

[@RapidPhantom293]

Can you plug a xbox controller in this thing?

[@ghostghost687]

hi can anyone help just bought the Alienware steam box come with the steam controller the controller connected perfectly when I switched on when I signed in now the controller it does not work it is acting like a keyboard and mouse how do I sort this

[@Earlysgamer]

ghostkit77 g host are you here so zi can answer you

[@louiselwood1157]

where is the model number on a steam machine?

[@sciddlypopop8614]

how do you put mods on this?

[@edgelord6158]

You can access the steam workshop in steam os

[@legendaryblaze817]

HAHA nice comment!

[@pradaflipflops2387]

Can you play counter strike on this? Can you hook up a mouse and keyboard to it? Should I just go buy a gaming pc? And if so how much would that cost me

[@GodlyGaming101]

Well you can play all steam games on it. Hints why it's called steam machine. Yes you can keyboard and mouse and this is strictly for gaming not doing school work. A good PC runs about 900-2000$