Valve says it expects to clear the reservation queue for its new Steam Machine by the end of 2026. The estimate matters because limited initial supply means customers who secured a reservation may still wait months before receiving an invitation to buy the compact SteamOS gaming PC.

Reservations closed on 25 June and were allocated through a one-off randomised queue rather than on a first-come, first-served basis, intended to reduce bot buying and reselling. Eligible customers needed a Steam account in good standing with a previous purchase before 27 April 2026, and purchases are limited to one per household; people placed on the waitlist may move up if reservations are cancelled.