An analysis published by Boiling Steam attempts to quantify the fallout from Valve's Steam Deck price increase, announced at the end of May, and the numbers are worse than expected. While the figures are based on estimates rather than official Valve data, the study points to a sales decline of roughly 80% following the price hike. If accurate, the drop paints a concerning picture for the handheld's hardware business going forward, especially as competitors continue releasing rival devices at more aggressive price points. Valve hasn't publicly responded to the study's findings, but the scale of the estimated decline raises questions about whether the company will need to revisit its pricing strategy to keep the Steam Deck competitive.
