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[controller] Argh just need to vent

c/steamdeck · u/NedKelly@quokk.au · 30 points

I have been in the waitlist for the Steam controller since the day it was announced.

I am currently travelling in Europe, and just saw an email dated 12th Sept saying I had 3 days to complete my purchase.

it is still the 15th where I am, but my reservation has expired, presumably because it is no longer within the 3 days as per AEST.

Fuck fuck fuck fuck

I couldn't complete, so had to cancel and submit a new reservation request. Now it will be 2027 before I get another chance. And based on last wait time/shitty Australian supply, that will be December 2027.

Fuck.

Comments

u/NedKelly@quokk.au · 2 points

I didn't have the previous model, was never available in my region; so I have an Xbox one I am currently lugging around, still functional [as it ever has been] thank goodness.

Bigger current problem is some arsehole mosquito bit me on the _right thumb pad_ last night, bastard, so that's exquisitely annoying using any controller; even the coveted Steam controller can't hep that I suspect!

u/PonyOfWar@pawb.social · 24 points

I've seen some similar situations online where Steam support made an exception and reactivated the reservation after a support request. Maybe worth trying.

u/viral.vegabond@piefed.social · 16 points

Email Valve customer service and let them know what happened, it's possible they may be willing to help out.

u/Sanctus@anarchist.nexus · 6 points

A real life thots and prayers situation. 🙏

My heart actually does go out to you that shit sucks massively.

Hopefully you aren't clinging to the remains of a previous controller as you wait.

u/NedKelly@quokk.au · 4 points

thanks gang, I appreciate the sentiments and advice; and shall do just that.

Also, talk about a good problem to have, being on an amazing holiday in Europe 🙃