Valve has set the price for its new Steam Machine, announcing that the base 512‑GB model will start at $1,049.
Base Prices and Bundle Options
The entry‑level Steam Machine comes with a 512‑GB hard drive and is priced at $1,049 USD (1,509 CAD, 1,039 EUR, 879 GBP, 1,609 AUD, 4,389 PLN). An optional controller can be added for an additional $79 (meaning the 512‑GB bundle costs $1,128 USD – 1,628 CAD, 1,108 EUR, 938 GBP, 1,728 AUD, 4,698 PLN).
High‑Capacity Builds and Extras
For users demanding more storage, the 2‑TB variant is available. Its base price is $1,349 USD (1,919 CAD, 1,359 EUR, 1,149 GBP, 2,109 AUD, 5,739 PLN). Adding a controller raises this to $1,428 USD (2,038 CAD, 1,428 EUR, 1,208 GBP, 2,228 AUD, 6,048 PLN). Both 2‑TB configurations include two faceplates – a red fabric and a solid walnut option.
Ordering Channels and Launch Slot
Valve has opted for a reservation‑only ordering system, citing current manufacturing costs and supply shortages. Users who sign up on the Steam Machine page before 10 a.m. PT on June 25, 2026 will receive an email if they are selected. Those not chosen are added to a wish‑listing email list. The first delivery window opens on June 29, 2026, and reserved purchasers will receive the machine shortly thereafter.
Value versus Traditional Consoles
Comparisons to current consoles show the Steam Machine’s price is roughly double that of a standard PlayStation 5, yet Valve markets it not as a competitor but as a living‑room gaming PC. Buyers receive full access to the Steam Library, PC‑style customization, mod support, and the flexibility of classic PC hardware. However, the high price, limited availability, and delayed controller shipments may sway many toward modular builds or existing consoles.
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