STEAM DECK SELLS OUT IN NORTH AMERICA AFTER PRICE HIKE

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THU, MAY 28, 2026

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Valve's Steam Deck sold out across North America within 24 hours of a price increase. The handheld gaming device remains available in Europe, Australia, and Asia.

Valve raised Steam Deck prices on all models, citing increased manufacturing costs. The 256GB model jumped to $349, the 512GB to $449, and the 1TB OLED model to $649. North American inventory depleted rapidly following the announcement. The sellout suggests strong demand despite the price adjustments, which represent increases of $20 to $50 depending on the model. Customers in other regions still have purchasing options available. Pre-orders for future stock are not yet detailed by Valve. The price hike marks the first adjustment since the Steam Deck's launch in February 2022. Valve cited component costs and manufacturing expenses as reasons for the increase, which affects all regions globally.

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