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"The internet we once loved is gone": SteamDB founders announce the community-run database has been acquired by Nexus Mods' owners
Nexus Mods’ purchase of SteamDB transfers the premier Steam data hub to the world’s largest mod‑hosting platform.
User-made maps from Steam top-seller Meccha Chameleon have been found to contain malware, just as the game's official Discord server got hacked
The year's top indie hit Meccha Chameleon is facing a security crisis as malware is discovered in user-made maps and its Discord server is hacked.
Downloaded a custom map for Meccha Chameleon recently? A researcher says it may have installed malware on your PC.
Custom maps for the indie hit Meccha Chameleon have been identified as potential malware droppers, sparking a security alert for Steam users.
‘Palworld’ Could Become The Next No Man’s Sky If It Stays On Track
Palworld is seeing a massive resurgence in players and revenue following the launch of its 1.0 update.
Steam wishlists are getting categories, making it even easier to organise all those games you'll definitely buy next sale
Steam has introduced custom wishlist categories, cross-region gifting, and guest checkout options in its latest platform update.
Bungie’s Marathon is suffering a major player collapse, raising tough questions about the studio’s future
Bungie's Marathon faces a significant decline in player numbers, sparking concerns over the studio's stability.
People Are Quickly Cloning Indie Games Using AI Tools
The rise of AI-assisted 'vibe coding' has sparked concerns over the rapid replication and saturation of independent game titles on digital storefronts.
Lunarium launches July 29
The hand-drawn action RPG Lunarium is set to release for PC on July 29.
Both ‘Palworld’ And ‘Palworld 1.0’ Are In Steam’s Best-Ever Playercount List
The video game Palworld is seeing a surge in popularity, with both the base game and its 1.0 update landing on Steam's all-time concurrent player list.
‘Cyberpunk 2077’ Just Tied A Sales Record For This Decade
Cyberpunk 2077 has reached a milestone of 40 million copies sold alongside a three-year peak in Steam player counts.
"No thanks!" - Assassin's Creed Black Flag remake Resynced being review bombed on Steam for single-player microtransactions
Ubisoft's Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced faces a Steam review bombing over single-player microtransactions and technical failures.
Xbox CEO Asha Sharma wants the company to "entertain more than a billion people" every day: here's why that's a deeply unrealistic thing to say
Xbox CEO Asha Sharma is facing criticism over a goal to entertain more than a billion people daily.
Indie Dev Says Game Refunded 55,000 Times Via Steam Loophole
An indie developer is urging Valve to revise Steam’s two-hour refund policy after reporting 55,000 game returns despite positive user reviews.
'This Should Not Be Possible': Developer Calls for Steam Refund Policy to Change, After Fans Complete Bitesize Game in Under 2 Hours, Leave Great Reviews
An indie game developer is petitioning for Steam policy changes after players exploited a refund loophole by completing short games in under two hours.
'Mecha Chameleon,' the Hide-and-Seek Game with a Splash of Color, Hits 15 Million Units Sold
Indie title Mecha Chameleon has reached 15 million units sold in less than 30 days after a viral launch.
Assassin’s Creed: Black Flag Resynced Launch Times And Preload Schedule Revealed
Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced achieves record-breaking Steam sales while simultaneously triggering layoffs at Ubisoft Barcelona.
Cinder City asks for 64GB RAM in recommended PC specs
NCsoft's upcoming sci-fi shooter Cinder City is drawing attention for its unusually high PC memory requirements.
A new study attempts to prove gamers aren't sold on AI, but I didn't think the effects were this significant
A new study reveals that games developed with generative AI are seeing significant sales drops and player backlash on Steam.
Valve Confirms Steam Machine Will Cost Over $1,000. Here's How to Buy One
Valve confirms Steam Machine will cost over $1,000