Valve warns of Steam Controller shortages with shipping dates stretching into 2027
Valve is struggling to meet the massive demand for its new Steam Controller, with some new customers facing wait times that extend into 2027.
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Valve is struggling to meet the massive demand for its new Steam Controller, with some new customers facing wait times that extend into 2027.
Valve’s new Steam Controller faces extreme demand, pushing estimated availability to as late as 2027 despite a $100 price tag, with reservations split into three regional windows and a three‑day purchase window.
Valve’s Steam Controller re‑launch faces a multi‑year wait, with new reservation estimates pushing most shipments into 2027 amid a lingering component shortage.
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Valve's Steam Controller can now play music through its haptic motors thanks to community-developed software, with the company considering official customization tools.
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