Steam Controller Sells Out Instantly Amidst Server Crashes
Valve's new Steam Controller sold out within minutes of its release. High demand caused immediate server strain and rapid sell-outs. Scalpers are already listing the device for significantly inflated prices on resale sites.
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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 Controllers sell out instantly, scalpers live in hope of a sale
Valve's new Steam Controller sold out instantly upon release, with many units immediately being resold on platforms like eBay for significantly inflated prices. The article discusses the practice of scalping, its legality, and its impact on consumers, while also touching on the perceived high price of the controller and its implications for the upcoming Steam Machine.
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.
