27 Feb 2025
Despite acquiring Twitch and launching Luna, Amazon's gaming strategy struggled to compete with Steam. Former VP Ethan Evans shares insights on key missteps.
Read more02 Sep 2024
Steam's August 2024 hardware and software survey shows Windows 11 usage at 50.81%, up 3.36% from July, while Windows 10 drops to 48.66%. The most common RAM is 16 GB at 47.35%. Simplified Chinese leads among languages at 35.97%, with English at 29.79%.
Read more23 Aug 2024
Randy Pitchford, head of Gearbox Software, revisited his 2019 predictions about Valve's Steam platform, suggesting it could be "dying" due to competition from the Epic Games Store. He emphasized consumer interest in games over storefronts and expressed a desire for more viable competitors in the market.
Read more08 Aug 2024
Valve briefly introduced a new helpfulness system on Steam to improve the user review experience by highlighting detailed and "Most Helpful" submissions. However, the feature was disabled shortly after its rollout, indicating it was released prematurely. Users appreciated the change and desire more meaningful reviews.
Read more03 Aug 2024
As of July 2024, Windows 11 usage on Steam dropped to 45.81%, while Windows 10 rose to 50.16%. Windows dominates with 96.55% of users, followed by Linux at 2.08% and Mac at 1.37%. Intel processors are used by 67.40%, and Nvidia RTX 3060 is the leading GPU at 5.71%.
Read more18 Jul 2024
Valve's Steam platform saw a significant reduction in staff, with 79 employees in 2021, nearly half of those in 2015. The highest number of employees was recorded in 2016, with 371 staff members.
Read more05 Jul 2024
Steam remains the top PC game distribution platform in China, with 79% of local gamers using it. Simplified Chinese is the second most popular language on Steam. In 2024, 62% of Chinese gamers increased their spending on games, and 44.5% discover new games via short videos on platforms like Douyin.
Read more05 Jul 2024
Chinese PC gamers are increasing their spending in 2024, with 62% investing more than in 2023. Steam remains the dominant platform, used by 80% of premium gamers. Niko Partners' CEO highlights growth potential and the importance of understanding the Chinese market for effective strategies.
Read more03 Jul 2024
In 2024, nearly two-thirds of PC gamers in China spent more on games than any other platform. Steam remains the leading PC distribution platform. Additionally, 44% watch video game and esports livestreams, while 45% discover games via short-form content. The mobile mini game segment has grown to 650 million players.
Read more30 Jun 2024
Steam users have amassed £14bn worth of unplayed games, a figure comparable to the GDP of Nicaragua. This highlights the vast amount of unused digital content within the gaming community.
Read more28 Jun 2024
As the Steam Summer Sale continues, PC gaming retailers like CDKeys, Green Man Gaming, and Humble Bundle offer competitive game deals. Gamers can find lower prices on Steam codes and enjoy colorful adventures across various platforms.
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