Valve’s new VR headset, currently codenamed “Deckard”, may have had its official market name revealed: Steam Frame. Though it hasn’t been formally announced, a new trademark by Valve for the Steam Frame suggests it could be the name used by this upcoming virtual reality peripheral.
A new VR headset is being developed by Valve. Known as “Deckard” at the moment, this piece of hardware is a standalone, high-quality wireless VR headset that will feature compatibility with both Steam and the Steam Deck, and will be a successor to the Valve Index VR headset released in 2019. Despite the hype, little information has been officially shared by Valve, with most details available from leaks, insiders, and other sources.
Now, a new piece of information has emerged from an unexpected source. Valve recently filed a new trademark for “Steam Frame”. This trademark is intended to cover categories of computer hardware, computer networking hardware, computer peripherals, and computer software for reproduction, processing, and streaming of audio, video, data, text, and multimedia content. The mark’s broad coverage matches the type of functionality expected from the Deckard VR headset.
Furthermore, recent updates to SteamVR have shown numerous references to the words “Frame” and “Steam Frame”, suggesting further confirmation of the connection between the new Valve trademark and the VR headset. Valve insider Brad Lynch has mentioned these findings on Twitter.
Lynch indicates that Valve’s plans could extend even further. While examining data, he discovered a rebranding of VR “overlays” to “frames”, with a heightened focus on what he described as “spatial gaming”. Although Valve has not yet commented on this trademark or the information, it seems likely that the official name for the Deckard will indeed be Steam Frame. Others speculate that Steam Frame could also refer to a potential new home console, leading to ongoing speculation until an official announcement is made by the company.
Regardless, indications suggest Valve aims to release the Deckard before the end of 2025, with many anticipating November as the launch window. This timeline coincides well with the holiday season, making it an advantageous moment for the device’s release, especially given the rumored $1200 price point. Given this new trademark filing, a formal announcement about Steam’s anticipated VR headset may be forthcoming. Fans keen to learn the official name, pricing, and further details should stay tuned to Valve.
