U.S. Senator Warns and Questions Valve CEO on Efforts Against Extremist Content. He Sent Letter to Gabe Newell
U.S. Senator Mark Warner has written a letter to Valve demanding a more intensive fight against extremist content on Steam.
video games
Adrian Werner
November 19, 2024
„Unprecedented” Steam's Analysis Found 1.8 Million Cases of Extremist or Hateful Content. Study Covered More Than 458 Million User Profiles
A new Anti-Defamation League report accuses Valve of tolerating extremist and hate-spreading content on Steam.
video games
Adrian Werner
November 15, 2024
Steam Won't Run on Windows 7 and 8 Anymore. Changes Also Affected Older macOS Versions
The latest version of the Steam client doesn't support Windows 7, 8, or 8.1. Users must upgrade to at least Windows 10 to continue using Valve's platform.
Tech
Zbigniew Woznicki
November 13, 2024
Steam Game Recording is Now Available to Everyone. Valve Finally Abandons Older Windows
Steam already allows all users to record and quickly capture game clips. The update also marks the possible end of Windows 7 and 8 support.
video games
Jacob Blazewicz
November 6, 2024
Mirthwood Launches as Open-World RPG Life Sim for Stardew Valley and Fantasy Fans
Tonight, Mirthwood, an RPG designed to simulate life in a magic-filled fantasy land, will be released on Steam.
video games
Adrian Werner
November 6, 2024
Dragon Age: The Veilguard on Steam Compared to Other Paid EA Games. RPG From BioWare Ranks High
How did Dragon Age: The Veilguard do on Steam? Data from Valve's platform shows how much interest the latest game from BioWare and Electronic Arts is having on PC.
video games
Adrian Werner
November 4, 2024
RDR on PC is Near-Perfect Port. Steam's 93% Rating Speaks Volumes; Price Remains Gamers’ Only Critique
PC gamers can breathe a sigh of relief. The PC port of Red Dead Redemption didn't disappoint and is the best release of the hit Rockstar Games studio.
video games
Adrian Werner
October 30, 2024
What is Steam Inventory Helper and is It Safe?
In this article, we examine a tool called Steam Inventory Helper, describe its use, and answer a question related to its security.
Tech
Christian Pieniazek
October 29, 2024
Valve Will Let Governments Tax Virtual Trading on Steam
Valve is said to be preparing to introduce an option that will allow local tax authorities to charge a fee on Steam item transactions.
video games
Jacob Blazewicz
October 23, 2024
Bohemia Interactive Sold 174 Copies of Arma 2 on Day One on Steam. 15 Years Later, the Czechs Reflect on „the Power of Digital Distribution”
The CEO of Bohemia Interactive revealed the sales statistics of the studio's games on Steam. In doing so, he noted how strong digital distribution is.
video games
Martin Bukowski
October 21, 2024
Valve Removes App Form Steam That Allows Access to Epic Games Store and GOG on Steam Deck
The Junky Store will not be coming to Steam Deck in app form, despite Valve's initial approval.
video games
Jacob Blazewicz
October 16, 2024
Valve Distinguishes Information for Players: You Buy a License, Not a Game
Valve listened to the California “recommendation” and now reports that “a purchase of a digital product grants a license for the product on Steam”.
video games
Jacob Blazewicz
October 11, 2024
Playing Black Ops 2 on Steam is Dangerous, Players Recommend Refund. “I Would've Just Given All My Information to Hackers”
Buying older games on Steam can sometimes be problematic, but thankfully, players are always quick to speak up and warn others about potential issues.
video games
Maciej Bogusz
October 11, 2024
Ubisoft Games Set to Launch on Steam from Day One. The Company Admits Big Mistake from 5 Years Ago
Ubisoft is backtracking on a decision it made in 2019. The company has announced that all its new games will be coming to Steam on launch day.
video games
Hubert Sledziewski
September 26, 2024
Previous Steam Record Was Broken in Less Than a Month. The New One Is Over 38 Million Gamers Playing at the Same Time
Steam is rapidly growing in size. Last weekend, more than 38 million players played on Valve's platform simultaneously for the first time.
video games
Jacob Blazewicz
September 23, 2024
Ultimate Admiral: Dreadnoughts Fans Unhappy with Multiplayer as Optional Paid DLC
The developers of the strategy Ultimate Admiral: Dreadnoughts have gotten under the skin of their fans. All because of the inclusion of multiplayer exclusively in paid DLC.
video games
Adrian Werner
August 8, 2024
Stormgate's Poor Launch; Players Disappointed With RTS From Blizzard Veterans
Stormgate, an RTS from the co-developers of Warcraft 3 and StarCraft 2, scored a disappointing release in Steam Early Access. The game is getting poor activity scores and mixed reviews.
video games
Adrian Werner
August 1, 2024
Money Laundering on Steam? Researchers Point to Suspicious User Activity
A new study may confirm players' old suspicions that trading virtual items in the Counter-Strike series, among others, is a front for money launderers.
video games
Jacob Blazewicz
July 25, 2024
New Version of Kaiserpunk, a Unique City Builder and Grand Strategy Mix, Enters Testing
The Overseer Games team announced the testing of Kaiserpunk, a game in the style of Anno and Europa Universalis that will combine a city builder with game mechanics from the grand strategy genre.
video games
Adrian Werner
July 18, 2024
Although Steam is a Giant, Valve is Smaller Than Many AAA Developers. The Company Employs Surprisingly Few People
From documents linked to Valve's lawsuit by the Wolfire Games studio, we learned how many employees are hired by the owner of Steam. The number is surprisingly small.
video games
Martin Bukowski
July 15, 2024