When we launched Steam Controller last month, we quickly saw that initial demand exceeded our expectations. Switching to a reservation queue has (hopefully) cut down on the headaches on the customer side, and for us it’s also been helpful as we plan ahead and try to get as many out as quickly as we are able.
We have no plans to stop making Steam Controller. But as we look at the current demand compared to how many we know we can make by the end of the year, we want to manage expectations as much as we can with regards to when folks can expect to receive their order.
Starting today, the Steam Controller page will show you a time frame by when you can expect to receive your order email, based on when you reserved.
To keep it simple, we’re showing one of three estimated order windows:
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By September 2026
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By December 2026
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In 2027 (with additional information on specific timing to come)
What does this mean if I already have a reservation?
When you are logged in to your Steam account and go to the Steam Controller page, you’ll now see your expected order window.
What if I haven’t reserved yet?
You still can! We will continue to accept reservations, and you’ll see an estimated order availability before you click the “reserve now” button.
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Though the current estimation for orders placed today forward indicate a 2027 date for shipping, we will update that estimate as we get closer.
For anyone with reservations OR hoping to make reservations:
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We will still be emailing customers with an option to purchase once their place in the queue comes up. You’ll have 72 hours to complete your order, otherwise you will be removed from the list and we’ll go to the next folks in line.
