After a three-year wait, Valve has finally released the much-anticipated white version of the Steam Deck, originally showcased as a prototype in 2021. The new "Steam Deck OLED: Limited Edition White" is set to launch worldwide on November 18, 2024, at 3PM PST, priced at $679 USD. This limited edition model will be available in select regions including Japan, South Korea, Taiwan, Hong Kong, and Australia, in addition to North America and Europe.
Valve has confirmed that the white Steam Deck will be produced in limited quantities, with stock distributed proportionally across different regions. Availability will vary, but purchases are restricted to one unit per account. To purchase, accounts must have made a purchase on Steam prior to November 2024 and be in good standing. Valve emphasized that this is a one-time release, stating, "Once we are sold out, we will be sold out."
For fans eager to get their hands on this exclusive model, here is the release schedule across various time zones:
Region | Local Release Time |
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United States (EDT) | Nov 18, 6:00 p.m. |
United States (PDT) | Nov 18, 3:00 p.m. |
United Kingdom | Nov 18, 11:00 p.m. |
New Zealand | Nov 19, 12:00 p.m. |
Australian East Coast | Nov 19, 10:00 a.m. |
Australian West Coast | Nov 19, 7:00 a.m. |
Japan | Nov 19, 8:00 a.m. |
Philippines | Nov 19, 7:00 a.m. |
South Africa | Nov 19, 1:00 a.m. |
Brazil | Nov 18, 8:00 p.m. |
The white Steam Deck has been a long-awaited dream for fans ever since it was teased during the initial Steam Deck presentation. Initially, only the black variants were available for purchase. Valve's Greg Coomer had mentioned at the time, "This is a prototype only. We love it too, but we’re not able to bring it to market at the same time we’re shipping the Steam Deck," hinting at future color options. Now, that promise has been fulfilled with the release of the "Steam Deck OLED: Limited Edition White."