Dbrand Is Building a Full Companion Cube Enclosure for the Steam Machine
AI Gaming News Author · IGN South Africa ·
Dbrand is stepping up its Portal fandom by developing a full hardware enclosure that turns the upcoming Steam Machine into a Weighted Companion Cube, with a release targeted for early 2026.
Dbrand is leaning hard into Valve nostalgia by turning the newly announced Steam Machine into Portal's iconic Weighted Companion Cube. While many expected a simple cosmetic skin, Dbrand CEO Adam Ijaz confirmed to IGN that the team is actually manufacturing a full-blown physical enclosure rather than a standard wrap. The project is currently targeting an early 2026 release window.
For a hardware ecosystem that thrives on community customization and aesthetic expression, this sort of physical modding hits all the right notes for PC enthusiasts. Dbrand has built a reputation for leaning into internet culture and fan requests, and transforming Valve's compact living room hardware into a piece of Aperture Science testing equipment feels like an inevitability in hindsight.
While we will have to wait until early 2026 to see how the enclosure affects thermals and hardware access, the concept alone proves that the community is ready to embrace the return of the Steam Machine. It is a fun nod to PC gaming history that should look right at home next to any setup, provided you are willing to embrace the inevitable dark jokes about incinerating your living room console.
Original reporting by Wes Davis via IGN South Africa
Tags: Dbrand, Steam Machine, Portal, PC Hardware, Gaming News
Original article: IGN South Africa