Microsoft's Bold Move: Xbox App to Unite Steam and Windows Gaming Libraries
Microsoft plans to integrate Steam and Epic Games libraries into the Windows Xbox app, revealed through a leaked mockup showing unified gaming access across devices. This strategic move aligns with Xbox's vision for platform convergence and positions the app as a central hub for PC gaming.
Steam Deck Leads Surging Handheld Gaming PC Market with Over 3.7M Units Sold
The handheld gaming PC market has surpassed 6 million total sales since 2022, with Valve's Steam Deck commanding over half the market share. AMD's processors power this growing segment, which is projected to reach 2 million units sold in 2025.
Valve's Efficiency Marvel: Gaming Giant Outperforms Tech Giants in Revenue per Employee
Gaming powerhouse Valve Corporation demonstrates remarkable operational efficiency with just 336 employees generating more revenue per person than major tech companies combined. The company's lean business model centered around Steam's 30% commission helps drive exceptional productivity metrics that dwarf competitors like Amazon and Meta.
Valve Launches Discounted Refurbished Steam Deck OLED Models
Valve introduces certified refurbished Steam Deck OLED handhelds at up to $110 off retail prices. Each unit undergoes extensive quality testing and comes with warranty, offering an affordable entry into portable PC gaming with premium features.
Steam Hardware Survey's Origin: How Half-Life 2 Changed PC Gaming Data Forever
Discover how Valve's need for player hardware data during Half-Life 2's development led to the creation of the Steam Hardware Survey. This pioneering tool, launched in 2003, transformed from a development necessity into an industry-standard benchmark that continues to shape PC gaming.
The Summer Intern Who Saved Valve: A Near-Bankruptcy Tale Behind Half-Life 2
Gaming giant Valve Corporation narrowly escaped bankruptcy in 2004 during a legal battle with Vivendi Games, thanks to a Korean-speaking summer intern. The intern's discovery of damaging evidence in Korean documents proved pivotal in preserving Valve's independence and enabling Steam's historic launch.
Valve Mandates Disclosure of Kernel Mode Anticheat on Steam
Valve introduces a new policy requiring game developers to disclose the use of kernel mode anticheat software on Steam store pages. This move aims to increase transparency and help players make informed decisions about game purchases.
Steam Mandates Disclosure of Kernel-Level Anti-Cheat on Game Store Pages
Valve introduces new policy requiring Steam games to disclose kernel-level anti-cheat systems on store pages. This move aims to increase transparency and help players make informed decisions about game purchases and installations.