Valve developer Pierre-Loup Griffais recently clarified SteamOS's position in the market, emphasizing that it's not designed to replace Windows. Read on to understand Valve's strategy and its implications.
In a January 9, 2025 interview with French tech site Frandroid, SteamOS developer Pierre-Loup Griffais dispelled the notion of SteamOS as a Windows killer. This statement comes in response to Valve president Gabe Newell's 2012 criticism of Windows 8.
When asked directly if SteamOS aimed to replace Windows, Griffais stated, "I don't think the goal is to have a certain market share, or to push users away from Windows. If a user has a good experience on Windows, there's no problem. I think it's interesting to develop a system with different goals and priorities, and if it becomes a good alternative for a typical desktop user, that's great. It gives them choice. But it's not a goal in itself to convert users who already have a good experience." He highlighted that SteamOS offers a valuable alternative, particularly for gamers.
While Microsoft's Windows dominates the PC operating system market with Windows 11, Lenovo's recent CES 2025 announcement of the Legion GO S handheld, powered by SteamOS, represents a significant development. This marks the first time SteamOS, previously exclusive to the Steam Deck, is available on another device. While not yet a major competitor to Windows, Griffais indicated continued expansion of SteamOS capabilities. This expansion could potentially reshape the market landscape in the future.
At CES 2025, Microsoft's VP of "Next Generation," Jason Ronald, responded to the growing competition in the handheld market (currently dominated by Nintendo Switch and Steam Deck) by outlining plans to integrate "the best of Xbox and Windows." The focus, he stated, is on prioritizing the player and their game library. Details regarding Microsoft's strategy remain limited, as their handheld device is still under development.
For more information on Microsoft's plans, check out our related news article!
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