Sold Out? Gamers Struggle to Buy New Steam Controller, Urge Valve to Fix Its Site
PCMag • • general
Key Points:
- Valve's new $99 Steam Controller sold out within 30 minutes of going on sale, causing disappointment among PC gamers eager to purchase the device.
- Many customers experienced difficulties completing their orders due to website errors, with some needing multiple attempts to finalize their purchase.
- Scalpers have begun reselling the out-of-stock controllers on eBay at inflated prices ranging from $250 to $700.
- The controller briefly reappeared on Valve’s site with a delivery estimate of six to 10 business days, but some users still face stock availability issues during checkout.
- Gamers are urging Valve to improve its ordering system ahead of upcoming product launches like the Steam Machine and Steam Frame, which have faced delays.
