In a significant move, 2K and Firaxis announced that both Civilization VI and its sequel will no longer require a third-party launcher on Steam, reflecting a growing trend away from such mandatory apps.
Over the past few years, there's been a troubling spike in publishers leveraging third-party launchers for Steam games, creating frustrating experiences for players, which seems to be shifting towards a more user-friendly approach.
The recent decision by EA to also drop their launcher for its games, along with the update to Kerbal Space Program, suggests many publishers recognize that simplifying access on Steam is beneficial.
Competition in the digital storefront space, particularly from companies like Epic, seems to be pushing Valve to enhance Steam, making it a win-win situation for gamers seeking a more streamlined experience.
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