Valve hikes Steam Deck prices by more than 40%, blaming rising costs
Valve has increased the prices of its Steam Deck OLED models by over 40%, citing rising component costs and global logistical challenges. The company no longer sells the cheaper LCD models, leaving consumers with fewer affordable options.
Why it matters
The price hike reflects broader economic pressures in the tech industry, including inflation and supply chain instability, which directly impact consumer accessibility to gaming hardware.
Valve cites component costs as Steam Deck prices up more than 40%
The article reports on corporate pricing decisions and industry expert analysis without taking a stance on the company's business practices.
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