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Headline: Gaming billionaire Gabe Newell builds groundbreaking 364-foot 'gigayacht'
Caption: BY MARK WORGAN Gaming billionaire Gabe Newell’s spectacular ‘gigayacht’ Leviathan is one of the most ambitious vessels ever created. Now, Dutch yacht builder Oceanco has released the first images of its superyacht Leviathan since the vessel was delivered in November 2025. The images showcase the yacht in use and focus heavily on the people onboard rather than the vessel alone, reflecting what the company describes as a “human-centred” design philosophy. According to Oceanco, the yacht was designed to encourage a more communal onboard experience by reducing the traditional separation between guest and crew spaces. Communal areas include a gaming lounge, basketball court and sun deck intended for shared use, while the space that would traditionally serve as the main saloon has instead been transformed into a large shared dining area. Deniz de Koningh, project director at Oceanco, said: “Leviathan represents a new philosophy of yachting – one that places greater purpose at the heart of design, ownership and operations. “The owner’s vision sets a forward-thinking example of how yachts can be built and used with intent. We are excited to see the influence she may have in shaping the future of the industry.” The yacht’s interiors were created by Mark Berryman Design, which said the project challenged established approaches to yacht design. Berryman said: “Leviathan challenged convention in a completely new and exciting way from an operational standpoint.” The vessel also incorporates a number of low-maintenance materials intended to improve durability and reduce upkeep for crew members. These include custom Bolidt decking, bead-blasted stainless steel railings, synthetic handrails and an off-white exterior finish. Newell, the co-founder of Valve, said the design aimed to improve the experience of both guests and crew. “The goal was to consider where the most valuable experiences occur for the community of people onboard,” he said. “By increasing crew productivity, we can enable them to focus more on engaging with guests and creating meaningful experiences for everyone.” The images also reveal Leviathan’s onboard dive centre, part of the wider activities of Inkfish, which supports marine research and exploration projects across Newell’s fleet. One of the yacht’s central features is a glass panel engraved with the names of nearly 3,000 people involved in the vessel’s construction. The tribute recognises contributions from Oceanco, YTMC, Y.CO, Mark Berryman Design, the yacht’s crew and a wider network of collaborators involved in the project.
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