Momose, who is also the founder of Degica, has worked with Valve for years as a publisher and by providing regional payment services for Steam. Uy previously led Steam’s business development efforts in Asia at Valve during a period of rapid growth in the region, and Mr. The world’s most powerful gaming handheld, which is also a full-fledged PC, first arrived in North America and parts of Europe in February to rave reviews and with hundreds of compatible single and multiplayer games.Ĭo-founded by Ricky Uy and Jack Momose, KOMODO was formed as a spin-off of Degica’s games division into a new, independently-owned company bringing years of game publishing experience, including distributing Valve’s Index VR system in the region. Shipments will begin in Japan, with additional units planned to ship to customers in Korea, Hong Kong, and Taiwan in the weeks immediately following. “We hope that gamers in Japan, South Korea, Hong Kong, and Taiwan agree with us that the performance and design of the Steam Deck makes it a great way to play the games they know and love,” said Gabe Newell, President and CEO of Valve.

The first units are targeted to arrive in Japan, Korea, Hong Kong, and Taiwan late this year, and online reservations can be placed now at Valve and KOMODO revealed today their plans to deliver Valve’s Steam Deck in Asia.

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