Steam Machine release date and price officially confirmed

After a long wait, Valve has finally revealed the release date and pricing for the Steam Machine. This is something the gaming community has been waiting on for quite a while. Over the past months, there were plenty of leaks and rumors floating around, and one of the most talked-about claims was that the price would cross the $1,000 mark. That rumor now looks accurate, as the official pricing confirms a premium-level product.

Steam Machine price and release date 

According to Valve, the base 512GB model is priced at $1,049, while the higher-end 2TB model comes in at $1,349. On top of that, Valve is also offering bundle options that include the Steam Controller. The 512GB bundle with the controller is priced at $1,128, while the 2TB bundle with the controller costs $1,428. For reference, the Steam Controller alone costs $99.99, so the bundle pricing is fairly aligned with its standalone value. The 2TB model also includes two extra faceplates: red fabric and solid walnut. 

Both versions of the Steam Machine are scheduled to launch on June 30. However, there is an important catch that changes how the launch will work. Valve is not following a general first-come, first-serve theme. Instead, it is using a limited-access system where buyers must first join a registration list before June 25 at 10 AM PT. Even then, there is no guarantee you will get a unit, as after the list closes, Valve will randomly select buyers and notify them by email.

Valve has also confirmed that users who join the registration list must have a Steam account in good standing, and they must have made a purchase on Steam prior to April 27, 2026. This will prevent scalpers and resellers from using new accounts to secure units.