… The video entry appeared in Steam's internal video library with Steam Controller branding. Community members and SteamDBers noticed a new upload related to a controller app ID. This likely indicates that Valve is getting ready to release promotional materials. …
… Brad Lynch, the Valve watcher who revealed this information, says the timing and scale of these imports mean both Steam Frame and Steam Machine are probably nearing launch, even though Valve has not publicly confirmed shipping or retail dates.
… Nevertheless, Valve encourages the community to use these assets to create stands, docks, grip extenders, cosmetic shells, Puck holders, and other accessories. 3D CAD files are also available for the original Steam Controller, the Steam Deck, and Valve Index hardware.
… The tools currently target Steam Deck Verified games, but Valve plans to extend the same graphs and feedback to Playable titles in the future.
Valve will launch the new Steam Controller on May 4 as a standalone accessory, even as the Steam Machine remains delayed due to global RAM shortages . …
… In its announcement , Valve wrote that the "Steam Deck itself hasn't changed" and that the new prices "reflect the current state of component costs and other global logistical challenges across the industry as a whole." The company warned back in February that Steam Decks would be out of stock inte… …
Valve's new Steam Controller appears to have sold out in minutes, and many gamers say Valve's own online storefront made things worse. …
Valve has confirmed that it will stop supplying physical Steam gift cards to retail stores due to ongoing abuse by scammers. …
… But Valve didn't advertise built-in speakers when it announced the revamped Steam Controller—right? …
Along with the Steam Machine initiative, Valve has also been working on virtual reality. The Oculus Rift beat Valve to the news cycle, so Valve followed the philosophy it always has: if you can't beat 'em, make sure they join you. …