'This doesn't have RAM in it, and it's not as complicated to start getting out the door for us' — Valve confirms it's releasing the Steam Controller before the Steam Machine in response to RAM crisis, but originally saw 'no need' to ship them together
Valve has confirmed the Steam Controller will launch on May 4, 2026, ahead of the Steam Machine, due to ongoing RAM shortages. The controller does not require RAM, making it easier to produce and release amid supply constraints. Initially, Valve had planned to release both products together but adjusted its strategy in response to component availability issues.
- ▪The Steam Controller is set to release on May 4, 2026, for $99 / £85 / $149 AUD.
- ▪Valve delayed the Steam Machine, Frame, and Controller earlier in 2026 due to memory and storage shortages.
- ▪Steam hardware engineer Steve Cardinali stated the controller is launching first because it does not contain RAM.
- ▪Valve originally saw no need to ship the Steam Controller and Steam Machine separately.
- ▪Despite delays, Valve remains committed to launching all products in the first half of 2026.
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Gaming 'This doesn't have RAM in it, and it's not as complicated to start getting out the door for us' — Valve confirms it's releasing the Steam Controller before the Steam Machine in response to RAM crisis, but originally saw 'no need' to ship them together News By Demi Williams published 28 April 2026 The Steam Controller launches next month for $99 When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. (Image credit: Future) Copy link Facebook X Whatsapp Reddit Pinterest Flipboard Threads Email Share this article 0 Join the conversation Follow us Add us as a preferred source on Google Newsletter Subscribe to our newsletter The Steam Controller will officially release on May 4 for $99Valve hardware engineer Steve Cardinali says the…
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