Valve Releases New Steam Controller Amidst Hardware Shortages
Valve has officially announced the release of a new Steam Controller on May 4th for $99 USD. This decision comes as the company faces RAM and storage shortages impacting the Steam Machine and Steam Frame. The controller boasts updated features like magnetic thumbsticks and dual trackpads, designed for broad compatibility within the Steam ecosystem.
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Valve's Steam Machine might be delayed thanks to the RAM crisis, but its brand-new £85 Steam Controller is going it alone and finally has a release date
Valve has announced that its new Steam Controller will be released on May 4th, priced at £85 in the UK. Unlike the delayed Steam Machine and Steam Frame, the controller's release is not affected by the ongoing RAM crisis as it contains neither RAM nor storage. The new controller features a second thumbstick and a Steam Deck-style layout, aiming to improve upon the original's versatility.
Valve's Steam Controller goes on sale next week, May 4. It's pricier than you might have hoped, but more…
Valve announced that the Steam Controller will be available for purchase on May 4th, with prices varying by region, starting at $99 USD. The controller features dual trackpads, haptic feedback, and gyro controls, aiming for a comfortable couch gaming experience. Despite a slightly higher price point than some expected, it offers a unique design with customizable rear buttons and a 35-hour battery life.
Valve's Steam Controller costs $99 and arrives May 4
Valve's Steam Controller will be available for $99 in the United States starting May 4. It connects to PCs, Macs, mobile devices, and the Steam Deck via Steam or the Steam Link app, with future support planned for Steam Machine and Steam Frame VR. The controller is designed to work exclusively with games launched through Steam.
Valve have confirmed the Steam Controller price and release date, though the Steam Machine is still in RAM price purgatory
Valve has confirmed that the Steam Controller will be released on May 4th for $99 / £85 / €99, despite ongoing RAM shortages delaying the Steam Machine and Steam Frame. The company has amassed sufficient stock for a strong launch, aiming to avoid the rapid sell-outs experienced with the original Steam Deck. The controller is designed for PC use on Windows systems and offers multifunctional trackpad controls.
New Steam Controller Launches at $99 | TAG
Valve is reportedly launching a new Steam Controller for $99, featuring a redesigned input system that includes traditional analog sticks alongside trackpads. This move aims to make PC gaming more accessible while offering advanced customization options, learning from the perceived failures of the original 2015 model. The article speculates on the pricing strategy and whether there is sufficient demand for such a specialized PC gaming peripheral.
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 Launches on May 4th, According to Another Early Review
An early review indicated that the Steam Controller will launch on May 4th for $99, making it the most expensive controller on the market. The review, which has since been taken down, also revealed details about the controller's weight and design, which is similar to the Steam Deck. Valve is reportedly facing delays for its Steam Machine hardware due to global memory shortages.
Valve’s Steam Controller launch looks imminent based on new public records — and it might finally give me the perfect excuse to build a custom Steam Machine
Valve's Steam Controller appears to be nearing its release, with a public import record indicating a shipment of wireless PC controllers from China. This suggests the controller may launch before the Steam Machine, which is still slated for 2026. The early release of the controller could benefit PC users building custom Steam Machines.
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 is now sitting on lots of Steam controllers, so releasing them before the Steam Machine is a no-brainer
Valve has received a large shipment of Steam Controllers in the US, suggesting a potential release for the Steam Machine is imminent, possibly in 2026. While official release dates are unconfirmed, the availability of the controller could precede the Steam Machine launch or be released independently to maintain interest in Valve's living room PC concept.
