Steam Deck OLED White pre-order release time, date and how to ensure you don't miss out

Valve has unveiled a brand new version of its popular OLED handheld.

In a surprise announcement ahead of Christmas, Valve has revealed the Deck OLED: Limited Edition White console.

Boasting a stylish white and grey colour scheme, the new Steam Deck OLED features the same specs as the regular version, including the super speedy 1TB SSD.

It also comes with a matching white carry case, not to mention a white microfiber cleaning cloth.

The Steam Deck OLED: Limited Edition White has been given a November 18 release date, although with shipping taking between 3-5 days, you won't actually receive the unit until at least November 21.

Until , the Steam Deck is the best handheld currently on the market.

Priced at £599, the Steam Deck OLED: Limited Edition White goes on sale at 11pm GMT UK time on November 18.

Because it's in limited supply, you'll need to act fast to ensure you secure a unit. Indeed, according to Valve, stock will be allocated proportionally across each region.

Valve explains more: "This model will only be available in limited quantities, with stock allocated proportionally across each region.

"This means separate availability for US, CA, UK, EU, AU, and the Komodo regions. To ensure that as many customers who wish to purchase a Steam Deck OLED: Limited Edition White can get their hands on one, we are restricting purchases to 1 unit per account.

"Accounts must have made a Steam purchase before November 2024 and be in good standing to be eligible."

As Valve points out, no more white Steam Deck OLED models will be manufactured, so once they're gone they're gone.

To ensure you stand the best possible chance of getting your hands on one, customers are encouraged to visit the .

By clicking a link, you can add a reminder to either Apple, Google or Outlook. This will automatically adjust to your local timezone for the worldwide simultaneous release.

Easily my favourite console of the past few years, the Steam Deck features a 1280 x 800 HDR OLED display with premium anti-glare etched glass.

It has a gorgeous 7.4-inch screen with a 90Hz refresh rate, as well as a trackpad, Wi-Fi 6E and 3-12 hours of battery life.

In addition to the thousands of PC games playable on the device, the Steam Deck is perfect for emulation, meaning you can potentially play some of those we all miss.