Valve Quietly Adds "Great on Steam Frame" Category — VR Headset Launch Looks Imminent

Valve has quietly introduced a new "Great on Steam Frame" section on Steam, signaling that the long-awaited Steam Frame VR headset could be much closer to launch than expected. The new compatibility category highlights games and applications optimized for the upcoming standalone headset, much like the "Great on Steam Deck" program helped users identify titles that run smoothly on Valve's handheld PC. The move is widely seen as one of the clearest signs yet that the company's next-generation VR hardware is nearing release.

At launch, the new category includes Portal 2, Into Black, The Lab, and Aperture Hand Lab. Valve has also begun assigning compatibility ratings, with some titles already marked as Verified or Playable for Steam Frame. According to reports, these ratings apply not only to games streamed from a gaming PC but also to software running natively on the headset through SteamOS, Proton, and Valve's ARM compatibility technologies.

The addition follows a series of recent leaks suggesting that Steam Frame is entering the final stages before release. Reports point to large hardware shipments arriving at Valve's U.S. warehouses, updated wireless adapter drivers, and expanded compatibility testing across Steam. While Valve has not announced an exact launch date or price, the company previously confirmed that the headset is targeting a summer 2026 release window.

For VR enthusiasts, the new compatibility program is an important milestone. It suggests Valve is preparing a polished launch experience where players can instantly identify games that work best on the new hardware. If the recent signs prove accurate, the official unveiling of Steam Frame may be only days or weeks away, making it one of the most anticipated VR hardware launches of the year.