A PCMag review published April 27 says its reviewer prefers the new $99 Steam Controller to the original.
In a review published April 27, 2026, a PCMag reviewer said they strongly prefer the new $99 Steam Controller to the original.
The positive assessment offers PC players considering a dedicated controller a fresh view of the Steam-branded gamepad, with a listed price of $99.
The reviewer’s reaction marks a sharp contrast with their earlier dislike of the original controller.
Steam Frame is listed as having launched on September 14, 2026, with reservations also noted.
A report published Nov. 2 says Steam users are opting for less powerful hardware as RAM prices rise, a potential concern for PC players weighing upgrades.
A former Epic developer has argued that Steam is so entrenched that its position may not be fixable.
A hands-on report published Nov. 2 describes a Steam demo centered on raccoon heists and compares its premise to Grand Theft Auto.
