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Valve Says Steam Deck OLED Stock Will Fluctuate as Global Memory Shortage Hits

The company is reevaluating pricing and launch plans for other hardware in light of component costs.

Overview

  • Valve added a notice to the Steam Deck store page saying the OLED model may be out of stock intermittently in some regions due to memory and storage shortages.
  • All three models are currently listed as sold out on the U.S. store, while some regions such as the UK and Australia still show availability.
  • Valve confirmed the 256GB LCD Steam Deck is no longer in production and will not return once remaining units sell through.
  • Earlier this month Valve delayed announcing firm pricing and dates for the Steam Machine, Steam Frame, and Steam Controller because component prices have spiked.
  • Reporting ties the squeeze to AI data centers driving DRAM and NAND demand, with analysts warning of broader effects including a later PS6 window and pressure on Switch 2 pricing; restock timing for Steam Deck units remains uncertain, with a late‑February replenishment suggested by distributor Komodo but not confirmed by Valve.