Valve recently launched pre-orders for its Steam Frame VR headset, triggering immediate resale activity on secondary markets. Scalpers began listing pre-order slots on eBay just hours after the initial confirmation emails were sent to selected users.
Official pricing for the Steam Frame is set at $1059 for the 256GB model and $1299 for the 1TB version. Scalpers are currently listing these slots for $1700 to $2000, representing a price markup of approximately 60% to 70%.
Valve explicitly prohibits the transfer, sale, or auction of pre-order rights. According to company policy, these rights are tied to verified Steam accounts and hold no cash value. Unauthorized purchase links are considered invalid, and violators face the risk of having their orders cancelled.
The gaming community has mobilized against these practices on platforms like Reddit. Users are reporting listings to eBay for violating policies regarding intangible goods and pre-order sales. Some users are also identifying and reporting the Steam accounts of scalpers directly to Valve for enforcement.
