Steam Machine Pricing and Scalping
Discussion around the pricing strategy and scalping of the Steam Machine and its associated reservations.
June 2026
Valve confirms Steam Machine starting price at £879 / $1049
Valve confirmed the starting price for the Steam Machine. The confirmed price point was £879 or $1049.
Source ↗Valve opens randomised reservations for SteamOS PC
Valve announced the opening of 'randomised reservations' for the SteamOS PC. This action was reported alongside the official pricing confirmation.
Source ↗Valve stated Steam Machine price increase mirrored Steam Deck increase
Valve made a statement indicating that the Steam Machine experienced a price increase similar to the Steam Deck. This comparison was made in the context of the Steam Machine's current pricing.
Source ↗Valve suggested Steam Machine originally cost about $750
Based on Valve's comparison to the Steam Deck, the Steam Machine was suggested to have an original intended cost of approximately $750.
Source ↗Valve comments on Steam Machine price increase similarity to Steam Deck
Valve made a statement regarding the Steam Machine. The company noted that the Steam Machine experienced a price increase similar to that of the Steam Deck.
Source ↗Steam Machine listed at $1049 in US and 1039€ in EU
The Steam Machine was listed at a price of $1049 in the United States. In the European Union, the device was listed at 1039€.
Source ↗Steam Machine pricing announced by manufacturer
The pricing for the Steam Machine was announced, ranging from $1049 to $1428 USD. Reservation lists for the device were opened following this announcement.
Source ↗Steam Machine preorders scalped on eBay for $3,000
Sellers listed Steam Machine preorder reservations on eBay. Scalpers were reportedly flipping queues for prices exceeding double the Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of the 2TB model.
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