Steam Deck sales tanked after Valve increased the price, latest estimates suggest decline of more than 75%
Steam Deck sales have reportedly plummeted by more than 75% following a price increase implemented by Valve in May.
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Steam Deck sales have declined significantly following a price hike that occurred in May. Latest estimates suggest the drop in sales may exceed 75%.
Coverage from PC Guide, Steam Deck HQ, and Ars Technica emphasizes the correlation between the price increase and the loss of sales momentum. games.gg notes that the device was previously regarded as the best handheld gaming PC. Future developments depend on whether Valve addresses the price hike or if the sales decline continues beyond the current estimates.
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Quick answers
When did the Steam Deck price increase occur?
According to coverage from Ars Technica, the price hike happened in May.
How much have sales reportedly declined?
Estimates from PC Guide and Steam Deck HQ suggest sales may have fallen by more than 75%.
Who is responsible for the price change?
The price increase was implemented by Valve.
Coverage (4)
- The Steam Deck was once the best handheld gaming PC games.gg · 9h ago
- Steam Deck Sales May Have Fallen by More Than 75% Since The Price Increase Steam Deck HQ · 9h ago
- Steam Deck sales are losing steam since May's price hike Ars Technica · 9h ago
- Steam Deck sales tanked after Valve increased the price, latest estimates suggest decline of more than 75% PC Guide · 9h ago
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