Steam Controller sells out in just 1 hour after launch

Steam Controller is launched and sells out in an hour, with store instability and great interest in Valve's new hardware.

As usual, Valve's novelties generate high expectations among PC fans. The Steam Controller was no exception, repeating the effect of the Steam Deck: the rush to secure the hardware as soon as the buy button is released.

Official availability was announced yesterday, and the enthusiasm turned into technical chaos. The store went offline at times, with messages that hindered several transactions. Even so, the prevailing sentiment was that the accessory could become a benchmark in the PC gaming ecosystem.

Quick sell-out

In about an hour, the Steam Controller stock ran out. Despite the difficulties at the time of purchase, the reception is positive and the $99 price is seen as attractive for a high-performance controller.

Lessons from the launch and the future

Like the first Steam Controller, the current model is not free from criticism, especially regarding the grips. Even so, it seems that Valve learned from the Steam Deck, keeping the product competitive for the disclosed value.

Those who managed to finalize their order observed times close to the start of sales — around 10:01, for example. Meanwhile, the community awaits restocks to get the controller into the hands of more fans.

If you want to stay updated, add the Steam Controller to your wishlist in the store so you don't miss any restocks.

Did you secure yours? Tell us in the comments about your buying experience and what you expect from this new Valve accessory.

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