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Steam Client Adds HDR Streaming on Steam Deck OLED, AV1 Video Streaming
2 months ago
- Steam client beta adds HDR streaming support for the Steam Deck OLED model.
- AV1 video streaming is now supported on the Steam Deck when using the experimental SteamRT3 client.
- The beta update also includes a couple of unspecified fixes.
Sales of Valve's Steam Deck crater after recent price hike
2 months ago
- Since its 2022 launch, the Steam Deck was a top seller on Valve's revenue charts, rarely dropping outside the top 10.
- After a price increase in May 2025, the handheld's chart position fell sharply from 5th to 14th place by early July, contrasting with 2025 when it never dropped below 7th.
- Valve warned of intermittent shortages in February 2025, leading to lower chart positions and eventual unavailability until May.
- Boiling Steam estimates Steam Deck sales may have dropped by about 80%, from 11,000–18,000 units per week in 2025 to 1,400–3,000 units per week currently, though estimates are rough.
The Great Steam Deck Crash of 2026: How the New Pricing Decreased Demand by 80%
2 months ago
- The Steam Deck experienced an 82% drop in unit sales after a 40-46% price hike in May 2026, with the average selling price jumping from $540 to $835.
- The device fell from top 5 to 14th position in Steam's Global Weekly Top Sellers chart, reflecting a 72% revenue contraction due to the increased pricing.
- The removal of the cheaper LCD model and elimination of the sub-$399 entry point shifted the value proposition, making the Steam Deck less competitive against alternatives like the ASUS ROG Ally X.
- Future prospects for the Steam Deck depend on potential price reductions, release of Steam Deck 2, or competitor pricing hikes.
Valve Silently Discontinues Steam Deck LCD Spares at iFixit
2 months ago
- iFixit will no longer stock OEM replacement batteries for the Steam Deck LCD, as Valve is discontinuing these parts.
- iFixit is seeking alternative batteries, noting that the Steam Deck OLED model is unaffected.
- The decision has sparked online backlash, with accusations of forced obsolescence and betrayal of pro-repair messaging.
- Users emphasize that batteries are wear items needing replacement, and LCD models are reaching an age where this is more frequent.
- Comments criticize Valve for not supporting spare parts long-term, suggesting it undermines hardware purchases and repair accessibility.

steam deck

Steam Client Adds HDR Streaming on Steam Deck OLED, AV1 Video Streaming

Sales of Valve's Steam Deck crater after recent price hike

The Great Steam Deck Crash of 2026: How the New Pricing Decreased Demand by 80%

Valve Silently Discontinues Steam Deck LCD Spares at iFixit