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The Steam Controller sold out super quickly and Valve is working on a restock
The Steam Controller has quickly sold out, prompting Valve to work on a restock. The company is addressing the high demand for the hardware.
Valve says Steam Controller sold out 'faster than we anticipated' but previously told us it has knobs it can…
Valve has announced that the Steam Controller has sold out faster than anticipated, with many customers unable to purchase one. The company is working to increase stock and will provide an update on availability timelines soon. This unexpected demand has also led to scalpers reselling the controller at significantly marked-up prices on platforms like eBay.
Valve admits "Steam Controller ran out faster than we anticipated," says "we're working on getting more in stock" but doesn't mention the scalper problem
Valve has acknowledged that the initial stock of the Steam Controller sold out much faster than anticipated, leading to frustration for many customers. The company stated on Bluesky that they are working to increase stock and will provide an update on the timeline soon.
Valve to restock Steam Controller after it sells out in a day
Valve's new Steam Controller sold out in less than a day, surprising the company and leading to inflated prices on resale markets. Valve has stated they are working to restock the device and will provide an update on the timeline soon.
Hardware Reviews
This article features reviews of various PC gaming hardware. It includes a review of the Steam Controller, highlighting its suitability for living room PC setups, and also covers the EPOMAKER TH108 Pro and IQUNIX MQ80 keyboards.
If you thought $99 was bad, eBay resellers are already listing the sold-out Steam Controller for over $200 after…
Valve's new Steam Controller, priced at $99, is being resold on eBay for over $200 shortly after its release. The company, which sells hardware exclusively through its Steam store, has seen immediate sell-outs in both the US and UK, leading to inflated prices by resellers. Valve is expected to have more stock available when its Steam Machine and Steam Deck platforms launch later this year.
Valve's £85 Steam Controller sells out almost immediately, before popping up on resale sites like eBay for well over £100
Valve's new Steam Controller sold out within 30 minutes of its release, with prices on resale sites like eBay quickly exceeding £150 in the UK and $300 in the US. Separately, Focus Entertainment announced that Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 will receive a third year of post-launch support, including free updates and DLC content.
Steam Controller stock sold out in minutes, but there is something you can do about it
The Steam Controller sold out rapidly upon release, leading to widespread scalping on platforms like eBay. The article discusses strategies for consumers to combat scalpers, including reporting fraudulent listings and refusing to pay inflated prices. It also suggests waiting for future stock waves and potential software updates to address setup issues.
Steam Controllers Launch, Sell Out
Valve's new Steam Controller has officially launched and immediately sold out, making it unavailable for purchase. The article suggests that scalpers may be contributing to the rapid depletion of stock.
eBay resellers are turning a tidy profit on Steam Controllers
Valve's new Steam Controllers sold out within 30 minutes of release, with confirmed orders immediately appearing on eBay for up to $300, a significant markup from the $99 retail price. The article also briefly mentions the delay of Valve's Steam Machine hardware due to RAM price increases.
Steam Controller orders immediately break Valve's servers, $200 scalper listings appear after it sells out in under…
Valve's servers crashed immediately upon the release of the Steam Controller due to overwhelming demand, causing the device to sell out quickly. Scalpers have already listed the controller for over $200 on secondary markets. The article also mentions the author's personal gaming preferences and background.
And it’s gone: Steam Controller sold out within an hour amid all sorts of server issues
The Steam Controller sold out within approximately 45 minutes of its release due to high demand and significant server issues on the Steam platform. Many users experienced transaction errors, preventing them from completing purchases. Valve has not yet announced a restock date for the controller, which is designed to work with the upcoming Steam Machine.
I love everything about Valve's Steam Controller except this one major flaw
The Steam Controller offers a comfortable and lag-free experience with excellent battery life, but its customization software is deeply unintuitive and difficult to use. Users face significant hurdles in assigning button actions and configuring layouts, with many solutions requiring workarounds found on forums rather than official documentation. Valve needs to improve the accessibility of its customization options to unlock the controller's full potential.
Valve wants to price Steam Machine as competitively as possible, but fears RAM shortages are "unavoidable" and…
Valve is striving to price the upcoming Steam Machine competitively despite facing unavoidable RAM shortages due to high demand from AI data centers. Hardware designer Lawrence Yang acknowledged that external factors have already increased the price of the Steam Controller and will continue to challenge affordable pricing for the Steam Machine.
Steam Deck restocks or a pile of Steam Frames and Machines? Either way, Valve's been importing a whole heap of…
Valve's warehouses in the USA have reportedly received a large number of 'game consoles,' sparking speculation about restocks of the Steam Deck. Other possibilities include shipments of Steam Machines or Steam VR headsets, which were announced alongside the Steam Controller but have not yet been widely released. The article suggests that these shipments indicate Valve is preparing to make more hardware available to consumers.
The Steam Controller is all the rage, but I've been distracted by a modern Dreamcast controller that's more…
This article analyzes the evolution of game controllers, drawing parallels between the original Dreamcast controller and Valve's Steam Controller. It highlights how modern designs, like the Retro Fighters StrikerDC for the Dreamcast, reflect historical trends in gamepad development, influencing current console and PC controller layouts.
Control Issues
Valve acknowledges a lack of PC-first gamepads and sees an opportunity with their new Steam Controller. The article discusses the potential market for such peripherals.
Why aren’t there more PC-first gamepads? Valve don’t know, but they "did see an opportunity" for the new Steam Controller
Valve designers Lawrence Yang and Steve Cardinali discuss the lack of PC-first gamepads, noting an opportunity for their new Steam Controller. While acknowledging the dominance of console controllers like the Xbox Wireless Controller and PlayStation 5 DualSense, they believe there's a market for a controller specifically designed for PC gaming, offering features beyond 'good enough'.
dbrand of course already have Steam Controller skins
Accessory maker dbrand has announced 44 different skins for the upcoming Steam Controller, available for purchase ahead of its public release. The skins range in price from $17.95 to $24.95, offering users a variety of customization options for the new PC gaming peripheral.
Hardware Reviews
This article compiles reviews for various PC hardware components, including the Cooler Master Elite Liquid 360 Liquid CPU Cooler and the Steam Controller. It also mentions reviews for graphics cards, specifically the Sapphire NITRO+.