As you'd absolutely expect, Steam Machine price predications are making the rounds following Valve's announcement. As an editor who's been on the ground for many major hardware launches, I have my own theories on how much the storefront giant will want for its wee console rival. However, some experts are fearful that it could cost up to $1,000, largely thanks to the current economic climate.
The $1,000 Steam Machine guesstimation comes from Michael Futter, founder of video game consultancy firm F-Squared (via Ars Technica). The analyst predicts that players should brace for a “hefty price tag” that will start at $799 for the base 512GB box and reach up to a grand for a model with 2TB storage. This theory is corroborated by David Cole, CEO of the research firm DFC Intelligence, who estimates the price range will be between $800-$1,000.
