Steam Faces Influx of Low-Quality Retail Simulators in 2026
PC Gamer reports a surge of janky, low-effort retail simulation games flooding the Steam store in 2026, raising concerns about platform quality control.
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DragonSword: Awakening Offering Free Abyssal Direwolf Familiar
Hound13 is giving away the Abyssal Direwolf familiar for DragonSword: Awakening on PC. Claim it via Steam before August 31, 2026, to keep it permanently.
15 New Indie Games Launching on Steam: July 27–August 2, 2026
A breakdown of 15 new indie game releases arriving on Steam between July 27 and August 2, 2026, including titles like Kinny and the Cosmic Cauldron.
New Steam Releases: Week of July 27 to August 2, 2026
Discover the latest titles arriving on Steam this week, including Mistfall Hunter, The Ranchers, and Company of Heroes 3: Final Stand.
Task Bar Hero Auction House Sparks Blizzard Speculation
A recent Steam update highlighting Task Bar Hero's real-money auction house has triggered speculation regarding Blizzard's stance on similar World of Warcraft systems.
Portal: Alive & Kicking Remake Stalled by Valve Silence
Developers Rhubarb & Rhubarb report that the fan-made Portal: Alive & Kicking remake is finished but currently blocked from a Steam release by Valve.
Action Game 'Arena of Trophies' Set for Removal from Steam
The 2024 action title Arena of Trophies is being delisted from Steam. Players can currently claim the game for free to retain permanent access to their library.
Steam Workshop Security Alert: Meccha Chameleon Malware Warning
Security warning issued for Meccha Chameleon on Steam. Players are advised to exercise caution regarding custom Workshop maps due to potential malware risks.
Meccha Chameleon Devs Patch Malware Issue Following Discord Breach
Developer Lemorion has released update 3.2.0 for Meccha Chameleon, patching a malware vulnerability linked to custom Steam Workshop maps and a Discord breach.
Steam Offers Six Free Games for 24 Hours
Steam has released six free games available for a limited 24-hour window. Find out how to secure these titles before the offer ends today.
Steam Users Gain Access to Over 48 Free Game Downloads
Players on Steam can currently access over 48 free game downloads. These titles are available for a limited 24-hour window.
Train Sim World Offers a Reality Check Amid Steam’s Train Fest
As Steam celebrates rail travel with Train Fest, Train Sim World DLC highlights the less glamorous, often frustrating realities of modern railway commuting.
Meccha Chameleon Malware and Discord Hack: What Players Need to Know
Meccha Chameleon players face security risks following malware found in Steam Workshop maps and a hack of the game's official Discord server.
Halo Campaign Evolved Faces Criticism Over AI Voice Acting and Polish
Halo Campaign Evolved is seeing mixed reviews on Steam, with players citing unfinished polish and the use of AI for French language voice work.
Steam Store Page Update: Latest News and Group Announcements
A look at the latest updates from the official Steam store group page, featuring current news, community discussions, and platform support information.
Dinoblade Sells 36,000 Copies in First 24 Hours
Team Spino's dinosaur action RPG Dinoblade has sold 36,000 copies in its first day on PC and reached a Very Positive rating on Steam.
Scales of Silence 1.0 Launches with 500 Levels and Linux Support
Scales of Silence 1.0 is now live on Steam, bringing 500 levels and eight-player couch co-op to PC, Mac, and Linux.
Codename CURE II Launches as Free-to-Play Co-op Shooter
Raptor Byte's five-player co-op shooter Codename CURE II is now available on Steam, featuring full Steam Deck support and a paid combat expansion.
Stellar Freight: Endless Horizon Opens Second Playtest on Steam
Developer Satellite235 has launched the second playtest for Stellar Freight: Endless Horizon on PC, featuring updated trade mechanics and new combat tools.
Strategy Games to Avoid: 10 Titles Not Worth Your Time
Discover ten strategy games worth skipping on PC, from broken 4X titles to franchise-killers burdened by poor AI, bugs, and negative Steam reviews.
Valve Begins Improving Steam Account Switching in Latest Beta
Valve has started rolling out tweaks to make account switching a smoother experience in the latest Steam Beta update, addressing long-standing user feedback.
GE-Proton 11-3 Brings OptiScaler and AMD FSR4 Improvements
GE-Proton 11-3 and 11-2 arrive for SteamOS and Linux, adding OptiScaler integration, AMD FSR4 updates, and fixes for Cyberpunk 2077 and Star Citizen.
War Thunder Steam Screenshot Competition 234 Focuses on Amphibious Vehicles
War Thunder launches its 234th Steam screenshot competition with amphibious vehicles as the central theme, offering 300 Golden Eagles to six winners.
hololive Dreams Launched: First Official Hololive Game Details
hololive Dreams, the first official Hololive rhythm RPG developed by QualiArts, launched earlier this week on iOS, Android, and PC via Steam.
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How to Share Specific Steam Wishlist Collections
Learn how to share curated Steam wishlist collections with friends, even if your account privacy settings are enabled, using the latest Steam client update.
How to Request a Steam Refund in 2026
Requesting a refund on Steam is straightforward. Follow this guide to submit your request via the Steam library, Big Picture mode, or your Steam Deck.
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DragonSword: Awakening Offering Free Abyssal Direwolf Familiar
Hound13 is giving away the Abyssal Direwolf familiar for DragonSword: Awakening on PC. Claim it via Steam before August 31, 2026, to keep it permanently.
15 New Indie Games Launching on Steam: July 27–August 2, 2026
A breakdown of 15 new indie game releases arriving on Steam between July 27 and August 2, 2026, including titles like Kinny and the Cosmic Cauldron.
New Steam Releases: Week of July 27 to August 2, 2026
Discover the latest titles arriving on Steam this week, including Mistfall Hunter, The Ranchers, and Company of Heroes 3: Final Stand.
Meccha Chameleon Devs Patch Malware Issue Following Discord Breach
Developer Lemorion has released update 3.2.0 for Meccha Chameleon, patching a malware vulnerability linked to custom Steam Workshop maps and a Discord breach.