Valve breaks down the issues causing Steam Machine launch delay

Valve says RAM and SSD shortages, plus higher component prices, are delaying the Steam Machine launch.

The device was expected in early 2026, but shipments to Valve warehouses may hint at a possible summer release.

Valve says it wants to keep the gaming PC competitively priced despite tight hardware supply.

The delay highlights how memory shortages and rising costs are affecting major hardware launches, including Valve’s 2026 lineup.