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Valve Teases Steam Controller Launch with Unboxing Video

4/22/2026

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Valve Corporation uploaded a Steam Controller unboxing video titled "steam_controller_unboxing_2026," signaling an imminent launch.
Reports indicate Valve has received a large shipment of controllers, suggesting release preparations for the hardware trio.
Delays to Steam Machine and Steam Frame due to shortages have slowed products, while the controller remains ready for announcement.
Brad Lynch, an industry insider, predicts a launch "very soon," and fans await dates and pricing for the trio.

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Valve Corporation uploaded a Steam Controller unboxing video titled "steam_controller_unboxing_2026," signaling an imminent launch.
Reports indicate Valve has received a large shipment of controllers, suggesting release preparations for the hardware trio.
Delays to Steam Machine and Steam Frame due to shortages have slowed products, while the controller remains ready for announcement.
Brad Lynch, an industry insider, predicts a launch "very soon," and fans await dates and pricing for the trio.