recently, a review video posted on an overseas website may have inadvertently leaked the price of valve’s upcoming steam controller. the video was initially uploaded to youtube but was quickly removed; a re-uploaded version is now circulating on other platforms, revealing that the controller is priced at $99.99.
the controller was first unveiled by valve in november 2025 alongside its forthcoming steam deck, and is seen as part of the company’s strategy to promote pc gaming in the living room. if this price holds, the new steam controller will be more expensive than the typical price point for most game controllers. sony’s standard dualsense and microsoft’s xbox wireless controller generally retail for less, while premium models like the dualsense edge and xbox elite series 2 command higher prices.
the hardware specifications help explain why it may be priced above the entry-level model. the new steam controller is expected to uphold valve’s pc-first philosophy, featuring dual touchpads, gyroscopic controls, tmr thumbsticks, four back buttons, and a wireless adapter that also functions as a magnetic charging dock. its sticks have been refined with additional buttons, and the overall design appears better suited for playing pc games on a tv.
the key question is whether valve can make this controller a must-have for steam users—rather than just another pricey accessory. the original steam controller gained notoriety for its distinctive design, ambitious vision, and polarizing reception. the new model seems to follow the same path, but with a more comprehensive feature set and a clearer pricing strategy.
