Valve is preparing its software ecosystem for the upcoming Steam Frame with a significant update to Steamworks that adds Android as a supported operating system. The gaming giant has introduced a new toggle in its developer backend allowing creators to indicate Android versions of their games are available. This change fulfills Valve's promise to expand Android support for the Steam Frame, which was announced at GDC earlier this year.

According to Reddit user u/FantasySynthDev, developers can now upload Android APK files through Steamworks, though these builds aren't yet available for download. The addition of Android APK upload documentation and VR testing workflows suggests Valve is methodically building out the infrastructure needed for the Steam Frame's launch. While the hardware may not arrive as early as some gamers hoped, these backend preparations indicate development is progressing steadily.

These updates come as Valve continues to refine both the Steam Frame and Steam Machine platforms. The company's methodical approach to adding Android support and developer tools suggests the hardware could launch closer to the previously announced 'first half of 2026' timeline than some feared after Valve declined to reveal pricing earlier this year.