Steam Frame’s Aussie Price Tag and Waitlist Madness

What’s the Damage?

So, folks, here’s the scoop on Valve’s shiny new toy in the VR universe, the Steam Frame! If you’re in Australia and dreaming of owning one, get ready to cough up AU$1,609 for the 256 GB version, complete with VR controllers. Got a bigger appetite? Well, the 1 TB model is waiting for you at a steep AU$1,969!

Join the Club, Or the Waitlist!

Now, I know what you’re thinking: “That’s a bit ouch, isn’t it?” But it’s not all bad news! Due to the infamous memory crisis gripping the tech world, Valve’s thrown us into another hardware waitlist hustle. You can’t just waltz into a store and grab a Steam Frame like it’s a can of soda. Nope, there’s a lottery system in place, and it’s running wild until September 18, 2026, at 3am AEST! Get your name in the hat before that or face the daunting ‘normal queue’ that promises lengthy wait times. Not ideal, huh?

And if you’re itching to get your hands on one, the earlier you jump on the list, the better your chances are to snag that elusive unit ASAP. If you dawdle past the deadline, well, I hope you enjoy waiting! The full details are out there somewhere, but I won’t bore you with those boring nitty-gritty facts by linking to other places.

In any case, Valve’s cool kids have already given the Steam Frame a spin, with one of their reviewers slapping an impressive 80/100 rating on it. It seems like a tough sell for someone eyeing a Quest 3 or stepping into the VR scene for the first time, especially when there are cheaper options lurking in the shadows. But hey, if you’re looking for the ultimate VR experience, the Steam Frame is the best headset this writer has been lucky enough to try!

So, there you have it! The waitlist is waiting, the price is set, and Valve is ready to take your VR dreams to a new level—if you can manage to get your hands on one, that is!