That’s unfortunately in place to stop scalpers. Realistically, once demand dies down, you’ll be able to order anonymously/with a new account like most pre-existing steam Hardware.
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shiv@sh.itjust.works 6 hours ago
Wanted to switch from console but can’t pre order because I haven’t ordered anything from steam prior to April 27th. At this point I’m just going to stop gaming.
derin@lemmy.beru.co 5 hours ago
shiv@sh.itjust.works 4 hours ago
It really does make sense. I wish there could be a line for console ascenders but obviously that’s not plausible without scalpers hopping in.
snoons@piefed.ca 6 hours ago
Shit. Maybe try to find a free game to add to your library? That might do it, might not. ¯\_(ツ)_/¯
SkaveRat@discuss.tchncs.de 5 hours ago
if you are a bit more flexible in the formfactor, you can build a small pc for the budget.
The biggest downside would be the missing HDMI CEC