… I'm speculating here, but that could explain why the Steam Deck's price changes, which range from $240 to $300 depending on the model, are so much higher than what we've seen for other major consoles. …
… While the Steam Controller is designed to pair with the Steam Machine, it's a separate product that's also compatible with the Steam Deck handheld and with any PC that runs Steam. And while Valve didn't want to release the Steam Machine without the Steam Controller, the reverse wasn't true. …
… And the Steam Controller, the 2026 version, is very much a continuation of that." We know the look is not something that's going to endure... More than anything, the Steam Deck was the catalyst for the new Steam Controller. …