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Monster Hunter Wilds Beta Begins With Almost 500,000 Concurrent Players On Steam

Monster Hunter Wilds beta launched successfully with high player engagement, exceeding 460,000 concurrent users shortly after release.

Over a million people flock to play Black Myth: Wukong, China's most serious attempt to make a blockbuster video game

Black Myth: Wukong rapidly became the fourth most-played game on Steam with over 1.3 million concurrent players, signaling a potential shift in the gaming industry.

Steam updates its Season Pass policy to make it clear: no mystery boxes that don't say what the DLC is and when it's coming

Valve requires clear communication from developers regarding Season Pass content and release schedules.

Despite the so-so reception, Stalker 2 is killing it on Steam, setting new series records

Stalker 2's release signifies a major success for GSC Game World despite significant challenges, quickly becoming a top title on Steam.

Steam's improved family sharing is out now for everyone

Steam Families enhances game sharing by enabling multiple simultaneous players and providing parental controls for families.

Good News, PC Games Are Starting To Ditch Annoying Launchers

Civilization VI and its sequel will not require a third-party launcher on Steam, marking a positive shift in gaming accessibility.

Monster Hunter Wilds Beta Begins With Almost 500,000 Concurrent Players On Steam

Monster Hunter Wilds beta launched successfully with high player engagement, exceeding 460,000 concurrent users shortly after release.

Over a million people flock to play Black Myth: Wukong, China's most serious attempt to make a blockbuster video game

Black Myth: Wukong rapidly became the fourth most-played game on Steam with over 1.3 million concurrent players, signaling a potential shift in the gaming industry.

Steam updates its Season Pass policy to make it clear: no mystery boxes that don't say what the DLC is and when it's coming

Valve requires clear communication from developers regarding Season Pass content and release schedules.

Despite the so-so reception, Stalker 2 is killing it on Steam, setting new series records

Stalker 2's release signifies a major success for GSC Game World despite significant challenges, quickly becoming a top title on Steam.

Steam's improved family sharing is out now for everyone

Steam Families enhances game sharing by enabling multiple simultaneous players and providing parental controls for families.

Good News, PC Games Are Starting To Ditch Annoying Launchers

Civilization VI and its sequel will not require a third-party launcher on Steam, marking a positive shift in gaming accessibility.
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#season-pass

Steam Has New Rules For DLC And Season Passes To Prevent Players From Getting Screwed

Valve is enforcing stricter rules for pre-ordered DLC and season passes on Steam, emphasizing transparency and customer assurance.

Steam is adding support, and more rules, for 'season pass' content

Steam is introducing new guidelines to ensure transparency and fairness in the offering of season passes.

Steam Outlines Major Changes To Its Season Pass And DLC Rules

Valve is enforcing stricter rules for season passes and DLCs on Steam to ensure transparency and accountability for customers.

Steam Has New Rules For DLC And Season Passes To Prevent Players From Getting Screwed

Valve is enforcing stricter rules for pre-ordered DLC and season passes on Steam, emphasizing transparency and customer assurance.

Steam is adding support, and more rules, for 'season pass' content

Steam is introducing new guidelines to ensure transparency and fairness in the offering of season passes.

Steam Outlines Major Changes To Its Season Pass And DLC Rules

Valve is enforcing stricter rules for season passes and DLCs on Steam to ensure transparency and accountability for customers.
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#pc-gaming

Black Ops 6 brings Call of Duty back to Steam's top five most played games

Black Ops 6 has become one of the biggest launches on PC, breaking concurrent player records and dominating Steam's sales charts.

God of War Ragnarok's Steam launch is surprisingly poor compared to other Sony first-party exclusives on PC

God of War Ragnarok's PC release has achieved lower peak player counts than expected, raising concerns about its accessibility and performance issues.

Meta Quest absolutely dominates Steam VR - just look

Steam revolutionizes game management for PC gamers, resembling an app store for easy installation and purchasing.
A small percentage of users engage with VR on Steam, but that amounts to millions of gamers immersed in this technology.

Final Fantasy XVI is coming to PC on September 17

Final Fantasy XVI will be available on PC on September 17, 2023, along with all expansions.

God Of War Ragnarok Review-Bombed On Steam Because Of PSN Requirement

Steam users are frustrated with God of War Ragnarok due to mandatory PSN account requirements, resulting in negative reviews.

God of War Ragnarok is being review bombed on Steam because, you guessed it, you need a PSN account to play it

God of War Ragnarok's PC launch faced backlash primarily due to the requirement of a PSN account, leading to a mixed reception from players.

Black Ops 6 brings Call of Duty back to Steam's top five most played games

Black Ops 6 has become one of the biggest launches on PC, breaking concurrent player records and dominating Steam's sales charts.

God of War Ragnarok's Steam launch is surprisingly poor compared to other Sony first-party exclusives on PC

God of War Ragnarok's PC release has achieved lower peak player counts than expected, raising concerns about its accessibility and performance issues.

Meta Quest absolutely dominates Steam VR - just look

Steam revolutionizes game management for PC gamers, resembling an app store for easy installation and purchasing.
A small percentage of users engage with VR on Steam, but that amounts to millions of gamers immersed in this technology.

Final Fantasy XVI is coming to PC on September 17

Final Fantasy XVI will be available on PC on September 17, 2023, along with all expansions.

God Of War Ragnarok Review-Bombed On Steam Because Of PSN Requirement

Steam users are frustrated with God of War Ragnarok due to mandatory PSN account requirements, resulting in negative reviews.

God of War Ragnarok is being review bombed on Steam because, you guessed it, you need a PSN account to play it

God of War Ragnarok's PC launch faced backlash primarily due to the requirement of a PSN account, leading to a mixed reception from players.
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#valve

Senator to Valve: what's with all the Nazis on Steam?

Senator Warner is pressing Valve to take action against extremist content on Steam, highlighting policy violations and potential government scrutiny.

Senator Accuses Valve Of Allowing Hate To Spread On Steam

Senator Warner accuses Steam of permitting harmful extremist content, highlighting the platform's risk to youth.
Valve is under scrutiny for its moderation policies amid concerns of hate speech on Steam.

ADL's report on racist Steam Community posts prompts a letter from Virginia senator

Senator Warner is concerned about racist content on Steam Community and urges Valve to improve content moderation practices.

Valve removes arbitration from its Steam agreements - here's what that means for you

Valve's update to the Steam Subscriber Agreement empowers users to pursue disputes in court instead of mandatory arbitration.

Steam's new recording features allow deep integration with games

Steam now offers game recording features comparable to GeForce Experience with minimal performance impact.
The per-game settings for recording duration and quality allow for personalized gaming experiences.
Developers can utilize Steam's SDK to enhance in-game moments with automatic clip recording.

Steam's game recorder is now available to everyone

Steam launches a native game recording tool, reducing reliance on third-party software while providing essential recording features for gamers.

Senator to Valve: what's with all the Nazis on Steam?

Senator Warner is pressing Valve to take action against extremist content on Steam, highlighting policy violations and potential government scrutiny.

Senator Accuses Valve Of Allowing Hate To Spread On Steam

Senator Warner accuses Steam of permitting harmful extremist content, highlighting the platform's risk to youth.
Valve is under scrutiny for its moderation policies amid concerns of hate speech on Steam.

ADL's report on racist Steam Community posts prompts a letter from Virginia senator

Senator Warner is concerned about racist content on Steam Community and urges Valve to improve content moderation practices.

Valve removes arbitration from its Steam agreements - here's what that means for you

Valve's update to the Steam Subscriber Agreement empowers users to pursue disputes in court instead of mandatory arbitration.

Steam's new recording features allow deep integration with games

Steam now offers game recording features comparable to GeForce Experience with minimal performance impact.
The per-game settings for recording duration and quality allow for personalized gaming experiences.
Developers can utilize Steam's SDK to enhance in-game moments with automatic clip recording.

Steam's game recorder is now available to everyone

Steam launches a native game recording tool, reducing reliance on third-party software while providing essential recording features for gamers.
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#video-games

Dragon Age: The Veilguard Is BioWare's Biggest Launch Ever On Steam

Dragon Age: The Veilguard achieved record concurrent player counts and marked a shift in BioWare's launch strategy for PC games.

Baldur's Gate 3 among games flagged on 'Woke Content Detector' Steam page

A Steam curator page labeled 'Woke Content Detector' is criticized for its vague and often bigoted evaluations of games based on 'woke' content.

Dragon Ball Sparking! Zero blasts past 100k concurrent players on Steam as early access period concludes

Dragon Ball Sparking! Zero has surpassed 100,000 concurrent players on Steam after its early access period, demonstrating strong player engagement.

Half-Life 2 is getting a huge 20th anniversary update

Half-Life 2 receives a significant update celebrating its 20th anniversary, enhancing gameplay and accessibility, with free availability on Steam until November 18th.

Star Wars Outlaws Sales Were Worse Than Expected, Ubisoft Admits, "Full Mobilized" To Fix It

Star Wars Outlaws did not meet Ubisoft's sales expectations, prompting plans for updates and a shift towards a more player-centric approach.

With Few Big Releases, What Have Been The Most Popular Games Recently?

Apex Legends jumped to 10th place on PS5, while other rankings showed slight movement, maintaining player engagement in popular titles.

Dragon Age: The Veilguard Is BioWare's Biggest Launch Ever On Steam

Dragon Age: The Veilguard achieved record concurrent player counts and marked a shift in BioWare's launch strategy for PC games.

Baldur's Gate 3 among games flagged on 'Woke Content Detector' Steam page

A Steam curator page labeled 'Woke Content Detector' is criticized for its vague and often bigoted evaluations of games based on 'woke' content.

Dragon Ball Sparking! Zero blasts past 100k concurrent players on Steam as early access period concludes

Dragon Ball Sparking! Zero has surpassed 100,000 concurrent players on Steam after its early access period, demonstrating strong player engagement.

Half-Life 2 is getting a huge 20th anniversary update

Half-Life 2 receives a significant update celebrating its 20th anniversary, enhancing gameplay and accessibility, with free availability on Steam until November 18th.

Star Wars Outlaws Sales Were Worse Than Expected, Ubisoft Admits, "Full Mobilized" To Fix It

Star Wars Outlaws did not meet Ubisoft's sales expectations, prompting plans for updates and a shift towards a more player-centric approach.

With Few Big Releases, What Have Been The Most Popular Games Recently?

Apex Legends jumped to 10th place on PS5, while other rankings showed slight movement, maintaining player engagement in popular titles.
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#education

TinkRworks And 1st Maker Space Partner To Help Schools Bring STEAM To Life

Combining project-based learning with makerspaces enhances student curiosity, creativity, and real-world STEAM connections.

Opinion: How a Queens STEAM Center at JFK Will Elevate Education

Creating a Queens STEAM Center at JFK Airport can equip Southeast Queens students with skills and opportunities in aviation and technology industries.

Milpitas school district celebrates innovative new campus

The Milpitas Unified School District's Innovation Campus aims to provide education that leads to sustainable careers.

TinkRworks And 1st Maker Space Partner To Help Schools Bring STEAM To Life

Combining project-based learning with makerspaces enhances student curiosity, creativity, and real-world STEAM connections.

Opinion: How a Queens STEAM Center at JFK Will Elevate Education

Creating a Queens STEAM Center at JFK Airport can equip Southeast Queens students with skills and opportunities in aviation and technology industries.

Milpitas school district celebrates innovative new campus

The Milpitas Unified School District's Innovation Campus aims to provide education that leads to sustainable careers.
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#gaming-community

ADL report finds Steam is 'rife' with racist posts and images

Steam Community is plagued by rampant hate speech and extremist content, undermining its gaming environment.

Backyard Sports Continues Comeback With Five More Titles On The Way

Playground Productions is remastering five additional Backyard Sports titles, following the success of Backyard Baseball '97.

ADL report finds Steam is 'rife' with racist posts and images

Steam Community is plagued by rampant hate speech and extremist content, undermining its gaming environment.

Backyard Sports Continues Comeback With Five More Titles On The Way

Playground Productions is remastering five additional Backyard Sports titles, following the success of Backyard Baseball '97.
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Hori's Official Steam Controller Is Up For Preorder At Amazon Ahead Of Holiday Release

Hori's Wireless Horipad for Steam will launch on December 16, providing compatibility with both Windows and Steam Deck.

Starship Troopers: Extermination, As Told By Steam Reviews

Starship Troopers: Extermination has received mixed reviews on Steam, praised for its co-op play but criticized for performance issues.

Dragon Age: The Veilguard becomes BioWare's biggest ever single-player Steam release right out of the gate, thanks to loads of beautiful rooks, and a few with vaguely NSFW foreheads

Dragon Age: The Veilguard is BioWare's biggest Steam release, reaching over 70,000 concurrent players on launch day.
#gaming-deals

9 Scary Games To Snag During Steam's Halloween Sale

Steam's Halloween sale extends until November 4, offering great deals on horror games. Enjoy thrilling experiences beyond the holiday!

In honor of the spooky season, save on Resident Evil games

Fanatical's Resident Evil bundle offers significant savings and value for gamers, especially with Halloween approaching.

9 Scary Games To Snag During Steam's Halloween Sale

Steam's Halloween sale extends until November 4, offering great deals on horror games. Enjoy thrilling experiences beyond the holiday!

In honor of the spooky season, save on Resident Evil games

Fanatical's Resident Evil bundle offers significant savings and value for gamers, especially with Halloween approaching.
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#california-law

Steam now tells gamers up front that they're buying a license, not a game

Steam is informing customers that digital purchases grant only a license, not ownership in response to new California legislation.

Thought you owned your games on Steam? Think again, as Valve makes it clear you just own a licence for them

Digital purchases grant licenses, not ownership, prompting changes in how consumers view digital ownership.

Steam adds the harsh truth that you're buying "a license," not the game itself

Purchasing games on Steam grants a license, not true ownership, per new California law.

Steam now says the 'game' you're buying is really just a license

Valve clarifies that Steam purchases are licenses, not ownership, complying with upcoming California regulations.

Steam now tells gamers up front that they're buying a license, not a game

Steam is informing customers that digital purchases grant only a license, not ownership in response to new California legislation.

Thought you owned your games on Steam? Think again, as Valve makes it clear you just own a licence for them

Digital purchases grant licenses, not ownership, prompting changes in how consumers view digital ownership.

Steam adds the harsh truth that you're buying "a license," not the game itself

Purchasing games on Steam grants a license, not true ownership, per new California law.

Steam now says the 'game' you're buying is really just a license

Valve clarifies that Steam purchases are licenses, not ownership, complying with upcoming California regulations.
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#consumer-rights

Valve cuts binding arbitration from its Steam user agreement

Valve removed binding arbitration and class action waivers from the Steam Subscriber Agreement, empowering users to take disputes to court.

Steam Now Makes It Clearer What You're Really Buying

Steam clarifies that purchasing a game grants a license, not traditional ownership, in response to new California legislation.

Valve cuts binding arbitration from its Steam user agreement

Valve removed binding arbitration and class action waivers from the Steam Subscriber Agreement, empowering users to take disputes to court.

Steam Now Makes It Clearer What You're Really Buying

Steam clarifies that purchasing a game grants a license, not traditional ownership, in response to new California legislation.
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Steam doesn't want to pay arbitration fees, tells gamers to sue instead

Valve removes mandatory arbitration clause from Steam agreements, allowing direct lawsuits.
Disputes must now be resolved in court rather than arbitration.
Update influenced by pending class-action lawsuit against Valve.
New terms effective immediately or by November 2024 if not agreed to.
#strategy-games

The best games from Steam's Hooded Horse publisher sale

Hooded Horse's extensive game catalog is on sale at record low prices, appealing to both existing fans and new players.

Endless Legend, a great 2014 strategy game, is free on Steam for one week

Endless Legend, a strategy game by Amplitude Studios, is available for free on Steam until May 23, offering a $29.99 game at no cost.

The best games from Steam's Hooded Horse publisher sale

Hooded Horse's extensive game catalog is on sale at record low prices, appealing to both existing fans and new players.

Endless Legend, a great 2014 strategy game, is free on Steam for one week

Endless Legend, a strategy game by Amplitude Studios, is available for free on Steam until May 23, offering a $29.99 game at no cost.
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#video-game-sales

Black Myth: Wukong sells 10m copies in just three days

Black Myth: Wukong achieved 10 million sales within three days, making it one of the biggest game launches ever.
80% of Black Myth: Wukong's sales are estimated to come from China, showing the game's significant local impact.
The game reached a peak of 2.4 million concurrent players on Steam, illustrating its global player engagement.

Ubisoft Reverses Its Steam Policy, Will Launch New Games There On Day One

Ubisoft is reversing its stance on Steam, indicating a strategic shift to improve sales through broader distribution of key titles.

Black Myth: Wukong sells 10m copies in just three days

Black Myth: Wukong achieved 10 million sales within three days, making it one of the biggest game launches ever.
80% of Black Myth: Wukong's sales are estimated to come from China, showing the game's significant local impact.
The game reached a peak of 2.4 million concurrent players on Steam, illustrating its global player engagement.

Ubisoft Reverses Its Steam Policy, Will Launch New Games There On Day One

Ubisoft is reversing its stance on Steam, indicating a strategic shift to improve sales through broader distribution of key titles.
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'Dragon Quest Monsters: The Dark Prince' iOS Review - Much Better Than Switch, but Lacking in Two Ways

Dragon Quest Monsters: The Dark Prince combines engaging gameplay and storytelling despite technical issues, making it a strong addition to the RPG genre.
#linux-gaming

5 best Linux distributions for gamers in 2024

The gaming industry on Linux has evolved significantly, with dedicated distributions like Drauger OS enhancing performance and user experience.

How to install Steam on Linux to start playing thousands of games

Steam has revolutionized gaming on Linux, offering thousands of games and increased accessibility for users.

5 best Linux distributions for gamers in 2024

The gaming industry on Linux has evolved significantly, with dedicated distributions like Drauger OS enhancing performance and user experience.

How to install Steam on Linux to start playing thousands of games

Steam has revolutionized gaming on Linux, offering thousands of games and increased accessibility for users.
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University of Texas opens robotics program up to incoming freshmen | TechCrunch

The University of Texas at Austin opened its undergraduate robotics program to high school applicants, marking a significant change in robotics education.
#game-development

Valve Quietly Announces Super-Secret Hero Shooter Deadlock Months After People Started Playing It

Deadlock is a multiplayer shooter in early development with potential to disrupt existing genres, currently limited to friend invites for playtesting.

Gearbox founder says Epic Games Store hopes were "misplaced or overly optimistic"

Borderlands 4 will release on Steam and Epic simultaneously, contrasting with its predecessor's exclusivity on Epic Games Store.

Classic Sci-Fi Shooter Marathon From The Makers Of Halo Now Free

Revival of original Marathon game on Steam after 30 years for free.

Civilization 7 Won't Require 2K Launcher On PC

Civilization VII will not require the 2K launcher upon its release in 2025, marking a significant improvement for players.

Valve Quietly Announces Super-Secret Hero Shooter Deadlock Months After People Started Playing It

Deadlock is a multiplayer shooter in early development with potential to disrupt existing genres, currently limited to friend invites for playtesting.

Gearbox founder says Epic Games Store hopes were "misplaced or overly optimistic"

Borderlands 4 will release on Steam and Epic simultaneously, contrasting with its predecessor's exclusivity on Epic Games Store.

Classic Sci-Fi Shooter Marathon From The Makers Of Halo Now Free

Revival of original Marathon game on Steam after 30 years for free.

Civilization 7 Won't Require 2K Launcher On PC

Civilization VII will not require the 2K launcher upon its release in 2025, marking a significant improvement for players.
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#black-myth-wukong

Black Myth: Wukong Is Already Steam's Third Most-Played Game of All Time

Black Myth: Wukong has achieved unprecedented success, breaking records for player counts shortly after its release on Steam.

Black Myth: Wukong makes record-breaking debut on Steam

Black Myth: Wukong sets new records on Steam with over 2 million concurrent players, highlighting its monumental success.

Black Myth: Wukong Beats Cyberpunk And Elden Ring To Set New Steam Records Hours After Coming Out

Black Myth: Wukong has set unprecedented records on Steam, becoming a top-selling and most-played game following its launch.

Black Myth: Wukong Is Steam's Most Popular Game Right Now, Beating CS 2, Dota 2, And Everything Else

Black Myth: Wukong is the most popular game on Steam, surpassing records for concurrent players despite being a paid title.

'Black Myth: Wukong' Helped Break A New Steam Record

Black Myth: Wukong achieved record-breaking success on Steam, contributing to massive user engagement and influencing the broader gaming industry.

Black Myth: Wukong is currently Steam's most played game as it continues to break records

Black Myth: Wukong has become Steam's fourth most popular game ever with over 1.4 million concurrent players.

Black Myth: Wukong Is Already Steam's Third Most-Played Game of All Time

Black Myth: Wukong has achieved unprecedented success, breaking records for player counts shortly after its release on Steam.

Black Myth: Wukong makes record-breaking debut on Steam

Black Myth: Wukong sets new records on Steam with over 2 million concurrent players, highlighting its monumental success.

Black Myth: Wukong Beats Cyberpunk And Elden Ring To Set New Steam Records Hours After Coming Out

Black Myth: Wukong has set unprecedented records on Steam, becoming a top-selling and most-played game following its launch.

Black Myth: Wukong Is Steam's Most Popular Game Right Now, Beating CS 2, Dota 2, And Everything Else

Black Myth: Wukong is the most popular game on Steam, surpassing records for concurrent players despite being a paid title.

'Black Myth: Wukong' Helped Break A New Steam Record

Black Myth: Wukong achieved record-breaking success on Steam, contributing to massive user engagement and influencing the broader gaming industry.

Black Myth: Wukong is currently Steam's most played game as it continues to break records

Black Myth: Wukong has become Steam's fourth most popular game ever with over 1.4 million concurrent players.
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Here's Why Borderlands 4 Is Launching On Steam After Borderlands 3 Didn't

Borderlands 4 marks Gearbox's shift back to Steam, diverging from its earlier exclusive deal with Epic Games Store.
#sony

PlayStation VR 2 Steam App Suddenly Appears With Release Date

PSVR 2 Steam app launching on August 6 for PC compatibility.

Helldivers 2 is PlayStation's fastest-selling game ever

Helldivers 2 by Arrowhead Game Studios is the fastest-selling PlayStation game ever, selling 12 million copies in 12 weeks.

PlayStation VR 2 Steam App Suddenly Appears With Release Date

PSVR 2 Steam app launching on August 6 for PC compatibility.

Helldivers 2 is PlayStation's fastest-selling game ever

Helldivers 2 by Arrowhead Game Studios is the fastest-selling PlayStation game ever, selling 12 million copies in 12 weeks.
moresony

Kingdom Hearts Series Will Arrive On Steam Next Month

Kingdom Hearts franchise expands to Steam on June 13, including all mainline games and bundles.

The best deals in Steam's Endlessly Replayable Fest sale

The Steam Endlessly Replayable Fest features games with high replay value and unique gameplay experiences.
Dead Cells, Darkest Dungeon, and Inscryption are highlighted for their exceptional replay value and discounted prices.
#bungie

Bungie's classic Marathon games are coming to Steam for free

Classic Marathon games are available on Steam for free, with modern updates and a new Marathon game in development.

Bungie's classic sci-fi shooter Marathon is now free on Steam

Marathon, the precursor to Halo and Destiny, is now available for free on Steam, introducing a new audience to Bungie's origins.

Bungie's classic Marathon games are coming to Steam for free

Classic Marathon games are available on Steam for free, with modern updates and a new Marathon game in development.

Bungie's classic sci-fi shooter Marathon is now free on Steam

Marathon, the precursor to Halo and Destiny, is now available for free on Steam, introducing a new audience to Bungie's origins.
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