Steam Frame has released system software update version 0.5.9, adding several VR streaming features and accessibility improvements. This update adds chroma key (green screen) support for the room view in PC streaming mode, allowing players to adjust how the real environment blends with VR content. Foveated rendering is now enabled when streaming VR content via Steam Link; additionally, new prism correction settings help users with diplopia (double vision) improve their experience.
This update also fixes several technical issues, including visual glitches when opening or closing the dashboard, WebXR compatibility problems with Chrome and Chromium browsers, and system freezes caused by some apps installed via the Discover store. Performance overlay settings have been adjusted accordingly. The Steam Frame 0.5.9 update is now available on the Beta channel, alongside SteamVR version 2.19.3.
Steam Frame Version 0.5.9 Patch Notes
Camera Passthrough and Room View
- Added chroma key support for PC streaming, allowing the room view to be overlaid in VR content
- Added multiple room view adjustment options to the PC camera settings section
- Added two new room view control modes:
Content Protection Mode: Can be enabled in camera settings
Chroma Key Mode: Games can control the transparency of the room view by specifying a key color
- The new chroma key feature requires the PC version of SteamVR Beta
- Players can enable the SteamVR Beta version by following these steps:
Right-click SteamVR in your Steam Library
Select "Properties"
Open the "Betas" tab
Select the Beta branch
VR Streaming Optimizations
- Foveated rendering is now enabled when streaming VR content via Steam Link
Accessibility Improvements
- Added accessibility settings for prism correction to address diplopia (double vision)
- Settings path: Advanced Settings → General → Accessibility → Prism Correction
- Headset restart required for prism correction adjustments to take effect
Visual and UI Fixes
- Fixed visual glitches occurring in some games when opening or closing the dashboard
- Linked "VR Performance Overlay Display" and "Performance Metrics Rendering" settings
- Disabling the VR performance overlay will also disable the developer performance overlay
WebXR Compatibility Fix
- Fixed an issue where Chrome and Chromium browsers installed via Discover as user apps (rather than system-level installations) failed to properly support WebXR
Stability Fixes
- Fixed system freezes caused by certain apps (such as VLC player) installed via Discover
SteamVR Synchronized Update
- SteamVR updated to version 2.19.3
How to Get the Update
- Steam Frame system software version 0.5.9 is now available on the Beta channel
- Players can enable the Beta channel via: Settings → System → System Update Channel
- This update includes features still in testing