Steam Deck Prices Soar & GTA 6 Continues to Make Headlines | Level Down Podcast

This week on the Level Down Podcast, we're covering two of the biggest stories in gaming.

Valve has significantly increased the price of the Steam Deck OLED, with the 512 GB model now priced at $789 and the 1 TB model at $949. We discuss what's behind the price increase, the discontinuation of the LCD Steam Deck models, whether Valve's refurbished units are now the best value, and how the latest SteamOS updates continue to improve the handheld experience.

We're also breaking down the latest Grand Theft Auto VI news. From pre-orders and the different editions to the controversy surrounding the physical release and Sony's massive marketing campaign, there's plenty to discuss. We also share our thoughts on what Rockstar's latest announcements could mean for GTA Online and the future of the franchise.

Topics Covered:

• Steam Deck OLED price increases

• LCD Steam Deck models discontinued

• Are refurbished Steam Decks the best value?

• The latest SteamOS updates

• The future of SteamOS and handheld gaming

• GTA 6 pre-order details

• Standard Edition vs. Ultimate Edition

• The physical edition controversy

• Sony's GTA 6 marketing partnership

• GTA Online expectations

• Our predictions and opinions

Let us know what you think in the comments.

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Are you buying GTA 6 on day one, or are you waiting for reviews or a sale?

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