Steam Machine launches today

Starts at $1049

$1049 for the base package? Much better than I thought it was going to be. I figured minimum $1200.

Component pricing is bad. As even Valve can't get half of the hardware while other half is semi-custom...

And this likely goes on until AI really dies or stabilises...

No need to rush:

> In an effort to improve the purchase experience and limit resellers, we're implementing a reservation system.

> Starting right now, you can sign up for the Steam Machine model/bundle you're interested in.

> If you're busy now, no problem: You can sign up anytime before Thursday June 25th at 10 a.m. Pacific.

> At that time, we will close signups and do a one-time randomization to determine the reservation and waitlist order.

I know they will sell, but at this price point I don't understand who is supposed to be the target for this.

Either you want a gaming computer, and you'll get a much better one that can be upgraded in the future for the same price, or you want a console, and you'll never pay a grand for it.

4 years old hardware and poor connectivity.