The Steam Controller is in high demand, with new orders shipping in 2027 due to sellouts and a reservation queue system. Sales in Japan are handled by KOMODO STATION, currently sold out.
Valve's new Steam Controller, which launched on May 5, 2026, has seen demand far exceed expectations, forcing the company to introduce a reservation queue system and a one-per-person limit. New orders placed after the initial sellout will not ship until 2027. In Japan, KOMODO STATION handles sales and lists the item as sold out.
The controller's design departs from the original dual-trackpad concept, based on feedback from the original controller and the Steam Deck. The new model adds a second analog stick and a dedicated D-pad, and prioritizes input parity with the Steam Deck. Ergonomic refinements and the inclusion of four back grip buttons, trackpads, and full remappability have drawn praise from the ASCII.jp gadget column, which described the controller as "surprisingly excellent."
Valve's development team discussed the design philosophy in an email interview with Game Spark, explaining that the layout mirrors the Steam Deck to provide a consistent experience across devices. The strong word-of-mouth and instant sellouts suggest that the niche, highly customizable gamepad has broken into broader demand, though the company has not commented on future production plans beyond the current queue system.
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Valve's Steam Controller is selling out as soon as it appears, according to an ASCII.jp gadget column. The author investigates why this gamepad has become so popular, noting its four back grip buttons, trackpads, and full remappability. After testing, he concludes it is surprisingly excellent.
Valve announced that new orders for the Steam Controller, which launched on May 5, 2026, will ship in 2027 due to demand far exceeding expectations. The company introduced a reservation queue system and is restocking with a one-per-person limit. In Japan, KOMODO STATION handles sales and currently lists the item as sold out.
In an email interview with Game Spark, Valve's Steam Controller development team discussed the design philosophy behind the new model. Key points include input parity with the Steam Deck, ergonomic refinements, and the decision to add a second analog stick and dedicated D-pad based on user feedback from the original controller and Steam Deck.