What the Steam Controller Reservations System Tells Us About the Future of PC Gaming The Steam Controller's reservations system has been a topic of discussion among gamers and industry analysts since its introduction in 2013.
At first glance, it may seem like a peculiar concept – reserving controllers before they even exist – but closer examination reveals it as a clever solution to the complexities of PC gaming hardware sales.
What's Behind the Steam Controller Reservations System? The reservations system is a form of inventory management that allows users to reserve a controller, guaranteeing its availability for purchase when it ships.