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Scalpers are already selling the Steam Machine for over $3000 on eBay despite Valve's efforts
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this post was submitted on 28 Jun 2026
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It's a part of gaming history and a conversation piece, as well as a neat piece of kit. It has sentimental value above and beyond its utility. People who are buying from scalpers are doing it for that reason.