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Steam Machine Sells Out in Japan Despite Woeful Pricing

Valve's Steam Machine sold out its initial shipment in Japan shortly after launch. Despite a base price exceeding $1,000, all four configurations were depleted. The device is now appearing on eBay at inflated costs due to scalpers.

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The Steam Machine has officially launched in Japan and immediately sold out.

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  1. Steam Machine Sells Out Rapidly in Japan Despite High Pricing

    Valve's Steam Machine sold out its initial shipment in Japan shortly after launch. Despite a base price exceeding $1,000, all four configurations were depleted. The device is now appearing on eBay at inflated costs due to scalpers.

    What's confirmed:

    • The Steam Machine is a console/PC hybrid priced at $1,049.
    • The device shipped on June 29.
    • Initial stock in Japan sold out quickly through official distributor Komodo Station.
    • Valve intends to allow users to build their own Steam Machine using SteamOS for desktop.
    • Scalpers are listing successful pre-orders on eBay for inflated prices.

    Still unconfirmed:

    • The Steam Machine sold out in Japan in three hours.
    • The base price in Japan was 189,980 JPY, approximately $1,176.
    • The Steam Machine was originally intended to cost about $750.
    • The device is capable of up to 4K.
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