Steam Controller
Hardware, storefront and ecosystem news for Steam Controller.
14 tons of Steam Controllers appear to have just arrived in the US, hinting at imminent release dateA large shipment of Steam Controllers, weighing approximately 14 tons, has arrived in the US, suggesting an imminent release date for Valve's new peripheral. The shipment, originating from Taiwan, hints at a substantial quantity of units ready for distribution. This new iteration of the Steam Controller features a dual-stick design and improved touchpad controls, differentiating it from its predecessor.
Valve still 'hopes' to ship Steam Machines in 2026, but a delay into 2027 is starting to look like a real possibility: 'Memory and storage shortages have created challenges for us'Valve is still aiming to release its new Steam Machines in 2026, but a delay into 2027 is becoming likely due to memory and storage shortages impacting production. These shortages, exacerbated by AI component demand, are also driving up costs, potentially making Steam Machines more expensive than competing consoles like PlayStation and Xbox.