The headset is positioned as a premium standalone unit, meaning it does not require a tethered connection to a PC. Valve has not yet detailed the full specification or release date, but the sign-up page suggests availability is imminent. The high price point places it firmly in the upper tier of the VR market.

The Steam Frame is designed to run Valve's SteamVR software, aiming to bring a vast library of VR titles to a standalone device. This approach contrasts with the current landscape where most standalone headsets rely on their own app stores. Valve's entry could pressure competitors to improve their standalone performance.