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A leaked Steam Controller review claims Valve will charge you $99 for it, which is both too expensive and good value for…
A leaked review suggests Valve's upcoming Steam Controller will be priced at $99, a figure that has sparked debate regarding its value. While more expensive than standard PlayStation 5 and Xbox controllers, its advanced features like trackpads and back buttons are seen by some as justifying the cost compared to premium third-party options.
Is The New Steam Controller Worth Its High Price?
This article discusses the Steam Controller, Valve's second attempt at a gaming controller, and its potential value given its high price. It draws parallels to the Steam Deck, highlighting shared design principles and the impact of recent RAM shortages on the launch timing and pricing of Valve's hardware.
The Steam controller release date may have been leaked online
A potential release date for Valve's Steam Controller may have been leaked by Japanese outlet 4Gamer, suggesting a May 4th launch. This follows recent previews and unboxing videos, indicating an imminent release for the peripheral. The Steam Machine console, however, still lacks a release date and price, and has faced delays due to RAM shortages.
Steam Controller Price Leaks Online
A leaked YouTube video revealed that Valve's upcoming Steam Controller will be priced at $99.99. Valve has also indicated that ongoing RAM and storage shortages may impact the release dates for the Steam Machine and Steam Frame, potentially delaying them into 2026, despite earlier hopes for a first-half-of-the-year launch.
New Steam Controller reportedly $99
A leaked review indicates Valve's new Steam Controller will retail for $99, positioning it in the mid-to-high end of the current controller market. This price point is compared to offerings from major console manufacturers and other third-party controllers, with the new Steam Controller featuring track pads and Hall Effect analogue sticks.
A reviewer accidentally leaked the Steam Controller’s price, and folks aren’t happy
A reviewer accidentally leaked the price of Valve's Steam Controller, revealing it will cost $100. This price point has generated significant negative feedback from consumers and Reddit users, who consider it too high compared to other controllers like the PlayStation 5 DualSense and suggest a range of $60-$80.
Steam Beta gets battery indicator for wireless gamepads as the new Steam Controller nears
Valve has added a battery indicator for wireless gamepads to the Steam Beta client, a feature that works with Bluetooth connections but not the proprietary dongle. The update also includes general bug fixes for controller navigation and macOS soundtrack playback issues.
Steam Controller unboxing video mysteriously appears on SteamDB
A listing for a Steam Controller unboxing video has appeared on SteamDB, suggesting an imminent launch for Valve's hardware. This follows a recent report of a large shipment of controllers arriving at Valve's facilities. The video listing indicates a full controller support status and an upload date of April 20.
Valve's Steam Controller launch looks imminent as hidden 'unboxing' video is spotted
Valve appears to be nearing the launch of its Steam Controller, with an unboxing video discovered in the Steam client backend via SteamDB. While the video is not yet playable, its presence, along with recent import records for a 'wireless PC controller,' suggests an imminent release. This may indicate the Steam Controller will launch separately from the Steam Machine, for which there are currently no launch signs due to ongoing PC hardware market challenges.
Valve Secretly Uploads Unwatchable Steam Controller Video
Valve has mysteriously uploaded an unwatchable unboxing video for the discontinued Steam Controller, sparking speculation about potential new hardware. Theories range from updates for the Steam Deck to a possible Steam Controller 2 or even VR input devices, given Valve's history with experimental hardware and cryptic announcements.
Control Issues
Valve has a surplus of Steam Controllers and is considering releasing them before the Steam Machine. This move is seen as a logical step to clear inventory and potentially build momentum for the hardware ecosystem.
14 tons of Steam Controllers appear to have just arrived in the US, hinting at imminent release date
A 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.
