Valve has just increased the Steam Deck price by as much as $300, making what has long been one of the lowest-cost and best-value gaming handhelds now more expensive than several more powerful alternatives. Despite what amounts to a 46% price increase, though, Steam Deck stock has already sold out again in some regions, making today doubly troubling for those who had been waiting to buy one. Steam Deck stock has been a constant source of strife for those looking to grab the best gaming handheld around. However, a huge part of the reason it so readily sold out appeared to be its low price compared to other gaming handhelds. What today has proven, at least in the US, is that, when it comes to the Steam Deck, price doesn’t seem to matter.

 Out of stock for a long time in many regions, the Steam Deck has reappeared with a much higher price, but it’s one people are paying.  PCGamesN