TL;DR
- Valve is currently struggling to meet demand for its Steam Controller.
- The company has shared updated estimates for when new orders will ship.
- Those who order now will see one of three shipping windows: in September 2026, December 2026, or 2027.
Valve’s new Steam Controller has been Available for about a month and a half now. Since its launch, it has received many favorable reviews. As a result, it’s no surprise that there’s been high demand for Valve’s latest hardware. However, that high demand is exceeding the company’s ability to manufacture the gamepad. If you weren’t part of the initial rush to get one, you may have to wait until next year.
The valve has shared an update regarding pre-orders for the Steam Controller. “We have no plans to stop making the Steam Controller,” Valve says. “But when comparing current demand to the amount we know we can make by the end of the year, we want to manage expectations as much as we can regarding when people can expect to receive their order.”
If you try to order a Steam Controller starting today, you’ll see one of three shipping windows:
- By September 2026
- By December 2026
- In 2027
Valve does not provide further details on who will fall into each category. Presumably, those with existing reservations would fall into the first and second groups, while new reservations would see the third option. For those who fall into the 2027 bracket, the company says “additional information on the specific timing to come.” The vagueness of that message doesn’t sound very good if you’re hoping to get your controller ASAP.
If you plan to purchase a Steam Controller, Valve notes that you can still place a pre-order without making a purchase. This will save you a place in line. When it is your turn, the company will send you an email notifying you that you have 72 hours to complete your order.
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