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[G-Man @HL3Updates]

⚠️ VALVE HARDWARE PRICE LEAK: SUMMARY REPORT

Yesterday, source code from Czech retailers (Smarty, Alza) revealed potential pricing for the Steam Machine & Steam Frame. I've been looking into it, and here is the reality. ⬇️

1. 📉 THE LEAKED PRICES
Found in the source code (converted from CZK):

• 512GB Model: ~$950 USD (pre-tax)
• 2TB Model: ~$1,070 USD (pre-tax)

2. 🧐 THE HIDDEN MARKUP
Important context: Czech retailers currently sell Valve hardware unofficially. On top of that though:

• They typically add a 15-20% markup
• Even if these prices were based on real info, the official Valve MSRP would be roughly $100–$150 lower.

3. 🕵️‍♂️ THE INVESTIGATION
Are these prices real? Likely no.
Since Valve does not officially distribute to these retailers, they have no insider pricing.

Furthermore, I contacted Smarty’s Customer Support directly to verify the listing. Their response was "This price is just a guess."

4. 🚫 THE VERDICT
Unless Valve has secretly started official partnerships with EU retailers, these numbers are purely speculative placeholders set high to prevent retailer loss.

Classification: ❌ FALSE

[G-Man @HL3Updates]

Let’s hope 🍀

[‎Gabe Follower @gabefollower]

Based on a now-deleted article from a website called 4gamer, the Steam Controller is set to release on May 4th in Japan.

[G-Man @HL3Updates]

Looks great!

[Wario64 @Wario64]

a bunch of Steam Controller photos from 4gamer https://t.co/6P4a8SDF9Q

from https://t.co/qFUgGcwzvV

[☀️AliquisNovus☀️ @PalmyrPar]

Sam Altman tried to take Half-Life 3 from you, but he failed.

No one stops Gaben.

[G-Man @HL3Updates]

IT'S SO OVER

[G-Man @HL3Updates]

BREAKING: Valve now HOPES to ship Steam Hardware in 2026...

[G-Man @HL3Updates]

@IGN DAMN IT.

[G-Man @HL3Updates]

@SynthPotato Have fun! The first playthrough is the best.

[G-Man @HL3Updates]

I’m hiding Gordon Freeman around my girlfriends apartment until she goes crazy.

[G-Man @HL3Updates]

2 Weeks after the PlayStation Showcase 😂

[Insomniac Games @insomniacgames]

Let's cut to the chase: Marvel's Wolverine launches September 15, 2026.

Wishlist #WolverinePS5 now: https://t.co/xS7hTug5uQ

[Insomniac Games @insomniacgames]

Let's cut to the chase: Marvel's Wolverine launches September 15, 2026.

Wishlist #WolverinePS5 now: https://t.co/xS7hTug5uQ

[G-Man @HL3Updates]

@KILLER_OUTLET 1) Get it on your Macbook via CrossOver
2) Share your Macbook screen to your iPad
3) Play Mewgenics with the Apple Pencil

[Jeremy. @TheJeremy__]

Valve Animator Jamaal Bradley working on emotions/facial changes for the G-Man in HL: Alyx

[G-Man @HL3Updates]

John Wick was a nice surprise, along with GOW remake. The rest tho…? #StateOfPlay

[G-Man @HL3Updates]

@SynthPotato Never expect more then anime JRPG’s and you WON’T be dissapointed.

[G-Man @HL3Updates]

@SynthPotato Never expect more then anime JRPG’s and you WON’T be dissapointed.

[G-Man @HL3Updates]

@SynthPotato Okay yeah this is badass

[G-Man @HL3Updates]

Back in the day when Sony used to make good original games… Now it’s uninspired seqels and remasters.

[G-Man @HL3Updates]

@gabefollower Well

[G-Man @HL3Updates]

@itsdrsheriff yeah, don’t see the reason why it can’t be there. I hope they fix it or better, add a choice between regular curson and snap on units. I don’t see myself ever playing this with a non trackpad controller.

[G-Man @HL3Updates]

😼 MEWGENICS ON THE STEAM DECK: FIRST IMPRESSIONS

Status: Verified ✅

Is it playable? Yes.
Is it the best way to play? Nope.

The Controls:
Instead of snapping to enemies/cats, you control a cursor with the joystick/trackpad. It feels like mouse emulation rather than native controller support.
• Cycling abilities (L1/R1) works fine.
• I feel like "End Turn" desperately needs a dedicated button.

The Verdict:
Despite the control quirks, the game is INCREDIBLE. If Deck is your only way to play, absolutely pick it up. You won't regret it.

Hopefully, a patch (or mod) will add the snapping soon. 🎮

[G-Man @HL3Updates]

@itsdrsheriff Where? am I blind?

[G-Man @HL3Updates]

Damn. Let’s hope for the best.

[Pirat_Nation 🔴 @Pirat_Nation]

Mat Piscatella claims the Steam Machine could cost 1,000 dollars if Valve does not assume part of the costs.

"I'm glad I'm not responsible for picking. I could see $700 or $800. I could see $1,000."

He added: "I could see them going nuts and going under $700 if they want to eat some of those costs."