Tariffs, component volatility, and Valve’s tolerance for losses all lead to uncertainty.

The title is a bit misleading, as the article lists diverging analysts’ opinions, ranging from Valve willing to sell at a loss or low margins, to high prices due to RAM and SSD price volatility.

cross-posted from: https://lemmy.blackeco.com/post/2330473

  • jacksilver@lemmy.worldEnglish
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    2 hours ago

    The original steam controller was $50, I would hope they’d be able to keep it under $100.

    Not to mention a steamdeck is $400, and that’s got a lot more going on than just a controller.

    • Lfrith@lemmy.caEnglish
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      2 hours ago

      Original Steam controller felt like it was made with really cheap looking materials to cut costs.

      This controller looks like the build quality is much more premium and has a lot of inputs and tech put in than the expensive Xbox Elite. The dualsense edge getting removable joysticks and grips raised the price too.

      So when its those controllers that this controller will be closer to in terms of features than the base Sony and Xbox controllers. Being only $100 would be a bargain.

      I would be happy if I was proved wrong. Please prove me wrong Valve.